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What is the optimal tea and coffee consumption to reduce the risk of dementia?

Experts from Harvard University examined data on 131,000 health workers in the US.

The Independent UK

Bowel cancer patient is first to have life-saving surgery by hospital’s new robot

The NHS National Cancer Plan pledges to increase the amount of robotic surgery for cancer patients, up from 70,000 a year to half a million by 2035

The Independent UK

Synthetic opioid may have caused hundreds more deaths than recorded

Synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, methadone, and buprenorphine have been linked to 524 deaths in England since the end of September 2025

The Independent UK

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No gym, no worries—use this six-move resistance band routine to build full-body strength and mobility

Pack this routine—and a resistance band—to keep fit on your travels

Fit & Well

If you’ve lost motivation for walking in the winter, try going for a color walk instead

It’s my favourite mindfulness technique to do when it’s gloomy and gray

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A Johns Hopkins-trained spinal surgeon says these are the two stretches you should be doing if you work at a desk

Plus, three props that can help to support your spine if you spend a lot of time sitting

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‘Hidden vulnerability’ involving vitamin B uncovered in aggressive brain cancer

Scientists hope a prescribed diet could help slow glioblastoma tumour growth when certain drugs are used.

Evening Standard

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Scientists discover ‘hidden vulnerability’ in aggressive brain cancer

Scientists revealed the breakthrough after groundbreaking research into the treatment of glioblastoma

The Independent UK

Victims of cancer-linked pregnancy drug to demand public inquiry into ‘silent scandal’

The victims are due to meet with Health Secretary West Streeting on Monday

The Independent UK

Warning issued over infection risk from alcohol-free wipes

Four brands of non-sterile wipes have been linked to infections and one death, and should be avoided and thrown away, according to UK health officials

Evening Standard

I’m a yoga therapist and I love doing these three poses in bed before getting up

Gently wake up your body with these simple movements

Fit & Well

Could your eating habits be impacting your longevity? A dietitian recommends that everyone limit these five things

Make these simple changes to live a longer, healthier life

Fit & Well

A Pilates instructor says these four underused moves will improve your hip and knee stability

Targeted Pilates exercises can be helpful for improving hip and knee stability, according to an expert.

Fit & Well

Ending the AIDS crisis is within reach – but the UK has to lead the way by not cutting key funding

COMMENT: Aid cuts by the US, and planned cuts by the UK, risk undermining decades of progress and could put millions of lives in danger, writes Beccy Cooper

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NHS hires foreign GPs to work from the beach

Critics have described the move as ‘offshoring people’s health to call centres abroad’

The Independent UK

Experts warn against ‘worrying’ rise in dangerous weight-loss ‘jab hacks’

Almost half of the 1.6 million people using weight-loss jabs admit to either trying dosing ‘hacks’, or turning to unlicensed drugs and sellers

Fit & Well

My high-protein overnight oats recipe keeps me full all morning—and it’s only 300 calories

Make it this weekend and be one step ahead come Monday morning

The Independent UK

How the fast-food industry is responding in the booming era of GLP-1s

Fast food chains are figuring out how to respond to the ‘drastic’ drop in calories being consumed by Americans, Rhian Lubin reports

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The one piece of kit a running coach recommends every woman invests in

Running shoes? No. Smartwatch? Nope. Here’s why it’s essential that women run in a well-fitting sports bra

Fit & Well

Build strength, stability, and mobility in your lower body with these five physical therapist-recommended exercises

He says these five exercises are functional and appropriate for a wide range of fitness levels

The Independent UK

FDA approves beetroot red food dye in latest MAHA push

The administration has asked companies to phase out artificial food dyes tied to behavioral problems in kids

AAP

Mum turns child's diagnosis into pledge to help

A prenatal heart diagnosis upended Sami Glastonbury's family life. Now the "heart mum" is turning lived experience into national advocacy through HeartKids.

Axios

How TrumpRx drug prices compare to generic alternatives

Patients could save more buying non-branded copycat drugs, even if they don't have insurance.

The Independent UK

Olympic ski jumpers are rumored to have injected hyaluronic acid into their penises. What are the health risks?

As rumors swirl amid ‘Penisgate,’ the International Ski and Snowboard Federation says there’s no evidence to back up claims

The Independent UK

UKHSA warning to stop using wipes after fatal outbreak

There have been 59 confirmed cases of Burkholderia stabilis and one death associated with the infection

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