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Survivors plead with Asian community 'don't be embarrassed to check your body' over killer condition
Asian Communities
Two breast cancer survivors on a mission to get more South Asians talking about the Big C
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Boots shoppers save £310 on Oral-B electric toothbrush that's like 'a dentist clean every morning'
Black Friday
Money-saving deal for Oral-B iO8 electric toothbrush Violet Ametrine that comes with limited edition travel case
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GP explains two new Covid symptoms that show up on your face
Coronavirus
An expert has revealed that the previous most common symptoms - including a cough and loss of smell - have become less common
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers calls for change as he could have gone blind
Health
Dave says he is lucky the early signs were spotted but hundreds of people are missed every year
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'I returned from holiday to find I had breast cancer' - Asian woman calls for more conversations on Big C
Asian Communities
Allia Amjad believes there is a stigma within the South Asian community about breast cancer
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DWP warning to PIP claimants who go into hospital or a care home this winter
PIP
The DWP has clarified the rules after concerns it would put people off getting medical help
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Mum dies at 38 after cancer mistaken for 'covid jab side-effect' or STI
Warwickshire
Mother-of-two and NHS nurse died from cervical cancer after three-month wait for NHS treatment, family say
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Aston Uni launches overweight manikin to train student medics because so many of us are too fat
Aston University
The device aims to help future doctors better treat larger patients with nearly two-thirds of adults in England classed as overweight
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Doctor explains how to stop your body from 'jerking' when going to sleep
Health
A doctor has lifted the lid on why your body sometimes jolts when drifting off to asleep and what you can do to avoid it
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Seventeen questions doctor asks patients to determine ADHD diagnosis
Health
Dr Melissa Shepard shared a list of questions she claims she asks patients during assessments for possible ADHD
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Why you may need to see a doctor if this body part becomes itchy
Health
Dr Kathryn Basford has explained a harmless symptom might actually be breast cancer
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Cost of Living crunch forcing families to dodge doctors appointments to save money
Solihull
Research revealed locals avoid any health related costs, from dentist appointments to over the counter medicine
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Seven stomach symptoms you should never ignore - and what they mean
Health
It's common to fall ill with some sort of stomach problem occasionally, but if it persists or worsens, it's likely time to visit your GP
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'I gave birth in a Land Rover by side of road and lost so much blood police thought it was a crime scene'
Worcestershire
Midland mum lost three litres of blood when baby was delivered by her partner at the side of the road.
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Mum's life 'devastated' after husband claims medics 'thought blood clot in brain was migraine'
Worcestershire
Redditch mum and teacher was in agony with stroke symptoms at Worcestershire NHS hospital
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October clock change could trigger 'sundowning' symptoms in thousands of people
Health
People with dementia can be especially badly affected by the end of British Summer Time
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Warning to anyone who enjoys bacon for breakfast
NHS
While red meat is a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals, it can be high in salt and saturated fat
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'Terminal breast cancer will kill me in weeks - but it saved my brother's life'
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Charlotte Brah was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer in June 2020 when she was just 35 - she now has 'weeks or months to live' but has saved her brother's life
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Under-18s avoiding England ban on Botox by travelling to Wales for injections
Students
Medical experts say Wales should introduce similar legislation as young women are reported to be going to Wales to have cosmetic procedures
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UK bedbug cases set to surge over half-term as pest control expert shares tips
Half Term
Family holidays and students coming home for half-term will mean more chances of bedbugs hitching a ride to your house
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Grandad recovered from bladder cancer thanks to Cancer Research UK trial
Partner Stories
Gifts in Wills fund one-third of life-saving research like clinical trials for people like Tommy
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Man, 26, with 'acid burns' and 30 toilet trips a day told 'food poisoning' is incurable disease
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Joe found a "mug's worth" of blood in his faeces last month
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'We are not open about it' The taboo of organ donation in the South Asian community
Asian Communities
Four-year-old Harvey waited two years for a kidney transplant as South Asian donors are still dangerously low
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Doing good may be bad for you as charity workers suffer more headaches
Health
58 per cent of people in the charity and volunteering sector get frequent headaches, new research shows
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UK households to get £130 paid directly into bank accounts for cost of living
Your Money
32,000 households will benefit with more than £4 million worth of support is on its way to thousands of eligible households in Nottinghamshire from Nottinghamshire County Council to help cover the costs of food and energy bills this winter.
UK households to get £25 paid directly into bank accounts within days
DWP
UK homes could be entitled to £25 payouts amid the Cold Weather Payment scheme, which is back from the government and Department for Work and Pensions.
State Pension 2024 increase set to be hit by new triple lock adjustment
Pension
Pensioners may not be getting the rise they were expecting next April when the Chancellor announces it in the Autumn Statement
Martin Lewis urges every driver to get '100 per cent free' winter essential
Martin Lewis
All drivers have to do is sign up for the Halfords Club, the Money Saving Expert star revealed on Tuesday as he returned to the ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show from 8pm til 9pm.
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O2 issues £393 warning to every customer and says 'never'
O2 warns it will "never do" five things as Britons lose "hundreds" to cruel scammers.
Man charged with drink-driving after police called to Weoley Castle cul-de-sac
Bartley Green and Weoley
Gavin Buckley, 37, is set to appear before magistrates after being charged with a number of motoring offences
NHS list signs and symptoms of brain cancer after TV presenter Annabel Giles dies from disease
NHS
The former I'm a Celeb star tragically died aged 64
Stamp Duty could be cut in the Autumn Statement as experts predict rule changes
The Budget
Reports suggest that the Conservatives are looking at some sort of Stamp Duty reduction with experts saying it would make it easier for older homeowners to downsize and free up larger family homes
National Insurance cut to give UK households up to £500 extra in their bank accounts
The Budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt expected to announce cut during Autumn Statement
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Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis urges UK households to spend £82 immediately and says 'it's important'
Martin Lewis has delivered an important and poignant episode of the ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show tonight. The financial expert and consumer champion has warned UK households over the importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney.
UK households to get £130 paid directly into bank accounts for cost of living
Your Money
32,000 households will benefit with more than £4 million worth of support is on its way to thousands of eligible households in Nottinghamshire from Nottinghamshire County Council to help cover the costs of food and energy bills this winter.
UK households to get £25 paid directly into bank accounts within days
DWP
UK homes could be entitled to £25 payouts amid the Cold Weather Payment scheme, which is back from the government and Department for Work and Pensions.
State Pension 2024 increase set to be hit by new triple lock adjustment
Pension
Pensioners may not be getting the rise they were expecting next April when the Chancellor announces it in the Autumn Statement
Martin Lewis urges every driver to get '100 per cent free' winter essential
Martin Lewis
All drivers have to do is sign up for the Halfords Club, the Money Saving Expert star revealed on Tuesday as he returned to the ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show from 8pm til 9pm.
Your Money
O2 issues £393 warning to every customer and says 'never'
O2 warns it will "never do" five things as Britons lose "hundreds" to cruel scammers.
Monchi in line for first award since joining Aston Villa
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Man charged with drink-driving after police called to Weoley Castle cul-de-sac
Bartley Green and Weoley
Gavin Buckley, 37, is set to appear before magistrates after being charged with a number of motoring offences
Lidl recalls chocolate item over fears it may be 'unsafe to eat'
Lidl
Lidl customers have been warned the product may contain pieces of plastic
NHS list signs and symptoms of brain cancer after TV presenter Annabel Giles dies from disease
NHS
The former I'm a Celeb star tragically died aged 64