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What does extreme heat do to your body?

Dr Oscar explains what does extreme heat do to your body?

German doctor jailed for murder of 15 patients and suspected of more

The German palliative care doctor has been sentenced to life imprisonment for killing 15 of his patients.

More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

What in the World

Heatwaves can lead to heatstroke and dehydration

Public to be asked who should pay for social care as part of major review

Baroness Louise Casey, who is leading the review, has called the current system "impossible".

Two tests GPs can soon offer to help spot endometriosis

Experts hope they will be a game-changer and cut the nine-year or longer diagnosis waits patients can currently face.

Inside Health

Are mosquitos biting earlier and how to optimise sperm.

Inside Health

Are mosquitos biting earlier and how to optimise sperm.

Endometriosis could be diagnosed by blood test, research suggests

Scientists from the University of Edinburgh say people with the condition have a distinct pattern of hormones.