There has been a distinct rise in deaths by suicide within the military over the months following the start of the coronavirus pandemic, a recent report from the Associated Press revealed this week. Deaths...

Simple steps to deal with a blocked-up gut: Dr MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions QUESTION: My granddaughter, who is in her mid-20s, has always suffered from constipation. She sometimes goes for...

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Classic symptoms of heart attack include chest pain which is usually constricting or crushing. Often, patients complain of a heavy weight on the chest. It can sometimes be a burning sensation, too, says...

Belly fat isn’t just extra weight, it can be quite dangerous. There are many different types of fat in the body, so what is visceral fat? And how do you get rid of it? Express.co.uk chats...

Neurons in the substantial nigra produce a specific type of neurotransmitter – dopamine – responsible for regulating movement. Without it, symptoms of Parkinson’s develop. The American...

Although bed bugs aren’t known for transmitting diseases, you still don’t want to be bitten by one. However, that mark on your body could be a sign of an infestation. The creepy crawlies pierce...

Lower back pain can be divided into categories – non-specific and specific. The former is the far more common type of back pain, according to Bupa. It describes back pain that cannot be easily attributed...

UPDATE (September 23, 2020): At the end of March, as the severity of the coronavirus pandemic and COVID-19 were becoming increasingly apparent, Johnson & Johnson announced that it expected to be able...

High blood pressure is a common condition that affects more than a quarter of all adults in the UK. But, you could lower your risk of developing hypertension by avoiding certain foods and drinks, it’s...