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Whooping cough is a highly contagious bacterial infection that can be serious for babies and young children, but there are steps you can take to ease the symptoms

Experts at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals in Cleveland looked at both humans and mice in the study and made a potentially huge discovery

Falmouth University student Merryn Holmes-Jefferd, 22, has told how she went to the doctors suffering from a headache and was told she has stage four kidney disease

Here is a list of six hidden symptoms of coeliac disease, where people have an adverse reaction to gluten, as currently two thirds of Brits who have the condition are unaware

There may be no need to feel guilty skipping a gym visit and putting your feet up today, after a bombshell new study suggests physical activity might not be as important as we think in slowing the ageing process

Claire O’Shea, 41, from Cardiff, claims doctors dismissed her concerns as irritable bowel syndrome and it was only through a visit to a Turkish baths on holiday that she was able to find out what was wrong

A mysterious respiratory illness has been spreading around the world after images were shown of hospitals full of children in China and a medical expert has lifted the lid on what it is

Many people are living with coeliac disease, that is an intolerance to gluten and can lead to deadly consequences if untreated, and there is a silent version without normal symptoms

Only around a third of people in the UK have coeliac disease diagnosed, which is an intolerance to gluten, and it can lead to deadly consequences if it goes untreated

Levels of coronavirus infections have been on the slide but scientists now say a new variant in conjunction with the fast-approaching festive season could see another spike in the virus

Parts of the UK are suffering a cold snap, resulting in freezing fingers and shivering teeth. But what is actually going on in our body and what steps can we take to keep our organs warm?

Bad breath can be embarrassing to talk about, but you shouldn't hesitate to tell your loved ones if you notice it's a lingering problem they have - because it can be a sign of serious health conditions

Ashley Summers tragically died after drinking too much water too quickly, leading her brain to swell as she suffered from water toxicity. Experts have now explained how to avoid this happening

Fitness loving Mandy Lewis was a fitness fanatic and her heartbroken husband had no idea that one night the three words he said would be their last to her

As we approach winter people's thoughts will be turning to bouts of the flu, but there is another strain that can cause greater risk to human health than the usual virus

Flu cases are on the sharp rise in the US as many states begin to note “high” or “moderate but rising” infection rates. With vaccination rates lower than last year, the disease could be set to spread

Melody Wakelin, from Kent, was a fit and active mum of two but three weeks after competing in a bodybuilding competition she was engulfed by a debilitating brain fog

It’s not just covid-19 that can leave lasting symptoms as research suggests long colds, like long covid, cause symptoms to last for weeks after sniffles first start

With around 10,000 of us a month searching the internet for advice on how best to clean our ears, an expert has stepped in to dispel the many do's and don'ts of aural hygiene

Plants are a vital part of any home and can make a real difference not only to how it looks, but your mental and physical health. If you have children, however, its vital to keep certain plants out of the way

The ‘Pirola’ Covid variant has been doing the rounds since July - but has not provided any cause for concern. It’s still best to stay up-to-date with the symptoms, so here’s the latest you need to know

Although laughter mainly improves health, too much giggling can trigger serious medical issues and be a symptom of an impending health disaster with experts naming four specific ways it can be fatal

A study has revealed there may be a reason you could be waking up with a headache in the morning - and when it's time to consult a GP about your frequent head pain

Emma Maxwell has a chronic inflammatory condition known as endometriosis but doctors made her start to think she was 'crazy' after telling her there was nothing wrong despite 'excruciating' pain

A leading doctor has urged people to stop doing a certain habit as it increases the risk of developing dementia in later years - and reveals there is a link between the two