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Taking short standing breaks, even without increasing exercise, is great for your heart, according to a recent report. Researchers examined three groups over three months: a ‘sit less’ group; a ‘sit-t

High blood pressure, known medically as hypertension, effects around 1.28 billion adults aged 30-79 years old worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. It is a major cause of premature de

A worldwide survey has found nearly 45% of people with diabetes don’t know they have the condition. Dr C reveals the hidden signs and symptoms to look out for

This week, our health writer Jackie Mitchell looks at both NHS and private provision. I F you discover you have hearing loss, it can be confusing about what next steps to take – whether you should pay

Oh good. Science has spoken and it turns out everything we’ve been doing to avoid real exercise – running for the bus, carrying shopping like a pack mule, cleaning up after ourselves (and others) – mi

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