Health

New research suggests that drinking tap water could be putting millions of people living in the UK at a greater risk of dementia.

New research warns of 'link' between soft water and dementia

Sofia Alessia, 27, with her daughter Alya-Valentina, 4, after weight loss surgery.

Mum who nearly died from weight loss surgery warns it 'isn't worth' it

Image of a cigarette left on a surface.

How to quit smoking for good in 2025: Experts share top tips

Symptoms of HMPV can be similar to the flu or the cold.

Five common HMPV symptoms in adults that you shouldn't ignore

Food bank support

Places for People partners with Edinburgh food and warm banks

Treadmills can be used for indoor running and walking, which is great for staying fit

Cheapest home treadmill deals on Amazon right now

The outbreak was discovered on a farm near Wooler. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

How worried should we be about bird flu as US reports first death?

Norovirus is highly contagious and cannot be killed by alcohol hand gels.

Parents warned to keep children with these symptoms off school

Beef tallow is the latest skincare trend to take off on social media.

Skin expert warns against new viral beauty trend that can cause acne

Heated jackets can be worn as an inner layer or an outer layer

Cheapest heated jackets: Buy baking hot body warmers for less than £25

The Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion in Edinburgh is currently closed for urgent repairs

Eye Pavilion's temporary closure means £4 million bill

Wendy Searle, one of the world's most inspiring polar explorers, has shared seven top tips for how to set goals and achieve them in 2025.

'I'm an adventurer - here's how to set goals and achieve them in 2025'

Cases of HMPV have been surging in China.

HMPV symptoms to look out for - and should we be worried?

Cases of the flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus remain high across the UK.

How to tell the difference between flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus

The Duke of Edinburgh with Rosa Ross, Boundary Breaker of the Year, during the Duke of Edinburgh's Award afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace, London

Cancer-struck schoolgirl awarded at Buckingham Palace ceremony

Energy usage in Edinburgh homes is still lower than before the Covid pandemic.

Energy usage in Edinburgh homes still lower than before pandemic
Domestic gas and electricity usage in Edinburgh has declined following the coronavirus pandemic, new figures show.
Will Grimond

Dorit Kemsley of Beverley Hills Real Housewives, with Paul PK Kemsley, has opened up about her ordeal with the peri menopause

Real Housewives star on peri menopause and the supplement she loves

More than 50% of people infected with Covid have reported sneezing as a symptom on the ZOE Covid app. Interestingly it tends to be more common among people who have been vaccinated and then tested positive for the virus.

Flu symptoms to look out for as NHS warn about 'worst ever' flu season

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a warning about buying weight-loss drugs online.

Warning issued for anyone buying weight-loss drugs online

The first few days of 2025 is starting off with a cold snap, as many wake to frosty conditions.

How to keep yourself warm and stay safe during the cold weather

Feel Pro Collagen beauty supplement sachets come in a range of flavours

Discount code gives up to 20% off 'gamechanger' collagen supplement

The dark nights and winter weather can trigger symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Seven expert tips to boost your mood and beat the January blues

Charities face 'inevitable closure' unless council agrees to fund them

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Photo: Adobe)

Norovirus: latest symptoms as cases surge just after Christmas

A positive Covid test

Covid symptoms to look out for and do you still have to isolate?

HelloFresh sends out just the right quantity of fresh foods and other ingredients in a box, straight to your door

HelloFresh: I reviewed three recipes to see what the fuss was about

Waiting time for NHS24 calls to be answered up to 4 hours
Waiting times for calls to NHS 24 to be answered are "skyrocketing", Sottish Conservaties have claimed, with a wait of more than four hours recorded in one case.
Neil Pooran

Cooked turkey can be kept safely in the fridge.

How long does turkey last in the fridge? How to store leftovers safely

Brianna Alexander lost over four stone using the Simple weight-loss app

Leave diets and calorie counting in 2024: Weight-loss success with AI

Getting your child to sleep this Christmas Eve can be a challenge.

Top tips on how to get your child to sleep this Christmas Eve

Water beads have been linked to deaths in children abroad and caused serious harm to children in the UK.

Doctors issue warning over giving water beads as a gift to children

Four risks you need to know about before having a weight-loss jab

The Christmas holidays will impact the opening hours of your doctor’s surgery.

Where to go if you need medical care over the Christmas holidays

Feel Pro Collagen beauty supplement sachets

Here’s what the experts say about this vegan collagen supplement

The 26 top ranking GP surgeries in Scotland as voted for by patients.

The 26 exemplary GP surgeries in Scotland as voted for by patients

The Bob and Brad Lite Foot Massager

Review: This foot massager is a dream come true for cold winter nights

Opening hours for pharmacies will change over Christmas and New Year.

Pharmacy Christmas and New Year opening times

The festive season can be a challenging time for mental health.

Top tips for looking after your mental health this Christmas

Better Gut supplements for menopausal and peri menopausal women

20% off award-winning menopause tablet tackling hot sweats and more

The SwitchBot Meter Pro and Meter Pro CO2 sensor are useful gadgets to have in your home

Review: Make your home a healthier place with this smart CO2 monitor

Medical conditions you may have to declare to DVLA or risk facing fine. (Photo: Pexels/Mateusz Dach)

Warning to drivers with these common health conditions to contact VLA

Browse our gallery to see 15 doctor surgeries in East Lothian ranked from best to worst. Photo: Pixabay

15 East Lothian GP surgeries rated 'best to worst'

Alleviate back pain over the festive season and beyond with posture support vests

Discount code gives up to £50 off 'miracle' vest that cures back pain

Browse our photo gallery to see the 21 best GP surgeries in Edinburgh, according to the latest Health and Care Experience survey. Photo: Pixabay

Here are the 21 best GP surgeries in Edinburgh

Have a look through our picture gallery to see the 21 worst-rated GP surgeries in Edinburgh. Photo: Pixabay

The 21 worst rated Edinburgh doctor surgeries

The scan of a patient diagnosed with prostate cancer

Scientists harness healthy gut bacteria to fight prostate cancer

How to prevent flu this Christmas

Health tips to prevent or reduce the impact of flu this Christmas

The NHS are urging those who are eligible to get the flu vaccine.

People urged to protect themselves as hospital admissions for flu soar

The 'Kawasaki' norovirus strain now accounts for 70% of all cases.

Norovirus: symptoms to watch out for this Christmas

Fermented garlic and honey is a home remedy for symptoms of the flu that has been trending on social media.

What is the viral fermented garlic and honey flu hack - does it work?

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women. Credit: Kim Mogg / NationalWorld

Almost one in five women fear their GP won't take them seriously

People who are eligible are being encouraged to get vaccinated to protect themselves from the 'quad-demic'.

What is the 'quad-demic'? Symptoms of Covid, RSV, norovirus and flu

There are some massive savings on electric toothbrushes right now

Save nearly 70% off electric toothbrushes as part of new set of deals

The Scottish Government announced in last week’s Budget that it would fund the new eye hospital.

Neil Gray pressed to give timetable for new eye hospital