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A disease that was prevalent in the medieval period is responsible for a rise in hospital admissions, but what are the symptoms and how do you avoid getting it?

Debbie-Lyn Connolly-Lloyd, a mum-of-four from Southport, has told how she was putting the shopping away at home when the bottom half of her body suddenly became numb

Excess noise has a nasty habit of creeping up on us all, often to harmful levels - so it's important to protect our ears

The painful moment was caught on CCTV, which showed a man dressed in a blue T-shirt attempting to lift a 140lb (68kg) barbell but loses his balance and drops the massive weight on a fellow gymgoer's foot

One viewer said their mind was 'blown' by her demonstration

It is normal to feel more aches and pains as you get older but here is a list of symptoms that should not be dismissed as just ageing and could be something more serious

A simple breathing technique can be used to help relax the body and help you drop off and sleep better during the night which will benefit your overall health, said an expert

Mini-strokes can last only a few moments before the blockage clears and blood returns but they can be just as serious as full-blown strokes, Dr Karishma Patwa, a cardiologist with Manhattan Cardiology warned

A shortage of medication to treat scabies - a Victorian disease - has sparked fears of a UK-wide outbreak of the disease - here are the key symptoms to look for

'This is 100% wrong in so many ways!'

A new study has revealed the best time to work out if you are looking to lose weight. Scientists have found an interesting link between exercise and weight loss depending on the time of day

The NHS states that it is important to visit a GP if you are suffering symptoms including a smooth or sore tongue, as you could be developing a vitamin B12 deficiency that needs treating

As part of National Eye Health Week (September 18 to 24), we asked a professional how best to keep our vision at its sharpest.

Solicitor Tim Morgan and two of his pals were hospitalised in the UK on their return from France after suffering severe symptoms of the potentially fatal illness

Top health expert reveals five things you should be doing before enjoying your first cup of coffee to help improve its effect on your body and your overall wellbeing

People are being told to urgently visit a medical centre if they have dined recently at a restaurant in the French Rugby World Cup city of Bordeaux where there has been a deadly food poisoning outbreak

The World Health Organization has issued a warning after a case of swine flu was detected in the Netherlands, with the disease causing a devastating pandemic in 2009

Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer - but it's also one of the most difficult to spot. Here are four signs that may appear when you wake up

The signs of a heart attack aren’t the same for everyone, but if something doesn’t feel right, it’s never too early to call an ambulance

People are being warned to look out for a symptom that is the earliest sign of dementia, with an early diagnosis important as treatment could slow down the condition

An 800-calorie diet, back by Michael Mosley, that not only causes rapid weight loss but has also been found to reverse type 2 diabetes, is being extended around the country

A silent killer warning has been made over a serious condition where symptoms are not easy to detect - but one common sign could be found in patients' necks, and it shouldn't be ignored

People are being warned of red flags to look out for if they are suffering from lower back pain, and when it can be a serious condition that requires urgent medical attention

Ears provide hearing and balance but people should also be aware that they can also reveal a lot about their health with signs such as a crease in the earlobe and itchiness to look out for

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, can cause cracked lips, sores and even tooth decay - here are six ways to get ahead of the symptoms which can all be found at home