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Ultra-processed food is global health threat, experts warn

It is increasing our risk of a range of chronic diseases, including obesity and depression, a major review says.

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That Time of the Month with Leila Nathoo, Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi

‘Traumatic wait’ for women facing breast cancer diagnoses

Dr Jilly O'Hagan says she is "hugely concerned" after three patients in her surgery received a late cancer diagnosis.

‘Traumatic wait’ for women facing breast cancer diagnoses

Dr Jilly O'Hagan says she is "hugely concerned" after three patients in her surgery received a late cancer diagnosis.

Lawyers contact health secretary over botched ops

Solicitors for more than 50 former patients of surgeon Kuldeep Stohr write to Wes Streeting.

Catherine’s first speech in two years calls for dignity for carers

The Princess of Wales tells business leaders about the importance of supporting families with young children.

Eleven countries added to methanol poisoning warning list

The Foreign Office list now includes India, Morocco and Nepal following a "global increase" in reported cases.

Eleven countries added to methanol poisoning warning list

The Foreign Office list now includes India, Morocco and Nepal following a "global increase" in reported cases.

How do cold weather health alerts work?

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.

How do cold weather health alerts work?

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.