All news on the topic: Doctors

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Brits can get prescriptions to treat conditions without GP - full list
Patients showing symptoms of conditions including sinusitis and sore throat will be able to self-refer to pharmacies and get drugs without a GP's prescription starting from January
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Gaza medics say babies dying due to 'extremely critical' situation in hospital
Doctors have warned the lack of fuel in Gaza is putting the lives of babies at risk, after several hospitals stopped functioning as Israeli air strikes and ground attacks continue
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Doctor Who legend brought back from the dead in shock new series decision
Showrunner Russell T Davies has used technical wizardry worthy of a Time Lord to create scenes featuring a prevous star of the hit show, alongside Ncuti Gatwa.
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Headache hack makes soreness disappear instantly - and doctor says it can work
If you suffer with headaches and migraines, this easy hack can help relieve soreness instantly without the need to take any pain relief - it's also been confirmed by a doctor that it can work too
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Dr Who Christmas special 2023 release date and intriguing title announced
Dr Who fans look set to have an extra special gift to enjoy this winter with a Christmas special ... but exactly when the new 15th doctor Ncuti Gatwa will appear is still tightly under wraps...
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Physical therapist shows trick to get rid of bunions – and how to prevent them
A doctor has shared his very simple way of relieving the pain from this common but often very debilitating complaint that affects the feet of so many people in Britain
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Three quarters of pensioners struggled to get GP appointment, study finds
A study by the Silver Voices campaign group has laid bare the difficulties pensioners face in securing face-to-face appointments with their family doctors - forcing some to go private
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Tory Lee Anderson donates to doctors' strike fund and makes grovelling apology
The Conservative Party vice-chairman issued an apology to Dr Tom Dolphin after sharing a news story about the medic last month - and has now paid £1,870 to the British Medical Association's strike fund
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TV presenter forced to swap careers after suffering near-fatal brain tumour
Nicci Roscoe was a rising TV presenter in the 1990s but a terrifying health discovery derailed her plans. She has now works as a life coach and is sharing her knowledge on TV once more.
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Doctors reveal 5 damaging things that can happen if you hold in a sneeze
Dr. Theresa Larkin, associate professor of Medical Sciences at the University of Wollongong, has warned of a list of serious ailments that can occur simply by trapping your nose
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Bradley Walsh's life off screen - famous ex, dancer wife and church devotion
Blankety Blank presenter and former soap star Bradley Walsh has led an interesting life off-screen - here, we take a look at his famous ex, dancer wife and church devotion
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First signs of silent killer can be seen in subtle changes to hands and fingers
The British Heart Foundation says red or purple marks on your palms or fingers could be a sign of a potentially fatal heart infection - and you should see a doctor straight away
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Matthew Perry spent weeks in a coma in grips of addiction that nearly killed him
Friends actor Matthew Perry said his family were told he only had a 2% chance of surviving a terrifying opioid overdose and he was left using a colostomy bag following his near-death experience
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Mum's 'excessive yawning' turned out to be a sign of devastating disease
Nickie Davies, from West Kirby, said she had Covid in January last year and thought her exhaustion was caused by the aftermath of the illness - but it was worse than she thought
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Doctor unveils list of 'gut-helping' foods that might help you fight off the flu
Nutritionist Kerri Ferraioli has revealed a list of foods - including fruit and veggies - you should prioritise this winter to avoid catching viral illnesses and fight off the flu
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Instagram doc's terrifying warning as common household item 'may cause cancer'
Dr Scott Noorda said plastic shower curtains made from polyvinyl chloride could be dangerous to your health as they release harmful chemicals when heated up by hot water
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5 things you should never eat for lunch or 'face health consequences' says medic
Dr Reza Tirgari said you should avoid fizzy drinks and sugar treats at lunchtime as they can have a negative impact on your health. He added processed meats should also be cut down
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Money fears that led to 'seismic' axing of BBC soap Doctors after 23 years
Fans of the long-running BBC lunchtime soap were devastated on Wednesday when they discovered that Doctors will stop filming in March next year and end forever by next Christmas
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Nearly half of all Covid vaccines administered by local chemists this year
Industry leaders highlighted the figures to show how the sector could continue to ease pressure on the NHS and carry out other routine work, freeing up other staff
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Woman who treated common infection with water and juice ends up with sepsis
Maisie Lewis said she drank 'water and cranberry juice' for four days before going to the GP and being given antibiotics - but she then developed urosepsis and ended up in hospital
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Adam Thomas' heart-wrenching confrontation with 'absent' father during childhood
Strictly Come Dancing's Adam Thomas has spoken about the moment he had an emotional confrontation with his 'absent' father during a month long trip to India with his brothers
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Classic Dr Who episodes available to stream on BBC iPlayer for very first time
Dr Who fans can already enjoy the show's post-2005 relaunch on the BBC iPlayer, but from next month episodes from the original 1963-89 run will be available on the platform, too
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Dad spent six weeks trying to get appointment with GP before dying
A heartbroken mum has said her 40-year-old son Kevin Gillett spent six weeks trying to get an in-person GP appointment before he died of terminal liver cancer
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Mum falls into coma after collapsing just 30 mins after getting headache at work
Elizabeth Bucakova, who lives in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, was working at her job as a hotel housekeeper like any other day on September 27 when she suddenly collapsed
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Doctor finds box of Christmas presents under his bed - from his late wife
Dr Jared Nelson was tragically widowed and left with two children - one of them newborn - after his wife’s death last Christmas. This is his heartbreaking story