July - 2022

Alcohol deaths from pandemic drinking are predicted to rise

Heavy home drinking during the pandemic may have set habits that will lead to rises in alcohol-related deaths and illness in England,...

Nearly half a million more adults on antidepressants in England

Nearly half a million more adults in England are now taking antidepressants compared with the previous year, according to NHS figures....

Kellogg's loses court case over sugary cereal supermarket offers

Kellogg's will not be allowed to promote sugary cereals in supermarket special offers, a court has ruled. In-store promotions on food and...

Bowel cancer: How to check your poo

Dame Deborah James, who has died from bowel cancer at the age of 40, told everyone to check their poo as part of her campaign to raise...

UK heatwave: How does sunscreen work?

A heat health alert has been issued for parts of England, as the UK gets set for its hottest days of the year so far. Temperatures are...

Vaping: How do you quit e-cigarettes?

Health boss says obesity 'bigger health impact than Covid' long term

Hidden high blood pressure in young people revealed

Cause of grey hair may be 'stuck' cells, say scientists

Sniffing body odour is tested as an anxiety therapy

Sore throat and cough top symptoms that could be Covid

Women's health: Body part names taboo a risk to health

This Is How Many Steps It Takes A Day To Reduce Your Risk Of Heart Disease

8 new NHS online therapy courses and apps recommended to help treat depression

UK health chiefs modelling scenarios for bird flu pandemic