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Doctor says sleeping with extra pillows could be sign of worrying disease
Heart disease
A doctor has warned that needing extra pillows to sleep could be an early warning sign of heart disease - and there are several other subtle cardiovascular health signs that are easily missed
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Doctor shares simple tape measure test that may indicate your heart disease risk at home
Heart disease
A heart surgeon has shared a simple at-home test using a tape measure that may help indicate your heart disease risk
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Heart surgeon brands popular drink 'liquid death' and warns you should never consume them
Heart disease
Heart surgeon Dr Jeremy London has issued a stark warning about soft drinks, branding them 'liquid death' and insisting people should never drink them
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Heart surgeon names 4 foods 'proven to shorten life' you should avoid
Heart disease
Dr Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with over 25 years of experience, has warned against four foods he claims are linked to a shorter lifespan — including processed foods, sugary drinks, alcohol and excess saturated fats
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Best time to exercise - Working out at this time of day could reduce heart disease risk
Fitness
A study of more than 14,000 people found those who exercised at a certain part of the day were significantly less likely to have heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or obesity
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'I'm a doctor, all men must stop these 3 things or risk cancer and heart attacks'
Health
A doctor has issued a stark warning to men, highlighting three critical health checks they should stop ignoring to prevent serious conditions like heart attacks and strokes
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Boots Ireland offering 'convenient' prescription weight loss service
Boots
Boots Ireland is helping people manage their weight with professional guidance alongside prescription treatments.
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Doctor warns common leg symptom could signal increased heart attack risk
Heart disease
A cardiologist has warned of a lesser-known symptom of heart disease that many people are unaware of - and it could increase the risk of a heart attack by up to five times
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Prison notified inmate's daughter about his death by phone while she was driving
Prisons
The Office of the Inspector of Prisons (OIP) has called for changes to how inmates' next of kin are informed about deaths following the incident
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Cardiologist says one food cuts cholesterol and inflammation - and it's delicious
Cholesterol
A study has suggested that the timing of our meals could impact our heart health - and a cardiologist and dietitian have shared the six best foods for it
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Inmate with heart condition died 10 weeks after prison cancelled hospital appointment
Prisons
The Irish Prison Service (IPS) has agreed to review a policy by which medical appointments are automatically cancelled if family members become aware of them following the death of the 41-year-old
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Irish man suffering with congenital heart disease says early life was 'strewn with surgeries' and says future isn't guaranteed
Heart disease
Michael Teehan said the condition has given him a “lust for life” because “tomorrow is never guaranteed” revealing he will need a heart and potentially a liver transplant in the future.
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Heart attack symptoms women often 'overlook' - 8 signs that can be fatal if ignored
Heart attack
When it comes to heart attacks, severe chest pain and breathlessness are often seen as the key symptoms - but the reality can be quite different, especially for women
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Little-known 'discomfort' in one body part could be sign of dangerously high cholesterol
Cholesterol
High cholesterol is a silent condition that can lead to serious health complications, but there are certain signs that can appear in the legs that may warrant medical attention
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Cutting out this one food after you turn 40 could help lower your cholesterol
Cholesterol
A new study has suggested that people should start cutting one food out of their diet once they hit 40 in order to keep their cholesterol levels down and blood pressure in check
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Mortician shares 'most common' habits that cause death – you might be doing them
Heart disease
Mortician Gerald uses his social media platforms to answer users questions about death, autopsies and complications that can arise when you're already buried in the ground
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The simple and unlikely breakfast that could help reduce cholesterol levels
Cholesterol
A healthy breakfast is essential for a great start to the day. But experts say some classic breakfasts can also help lower cholesterol
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Family uncovers genetic heart condition after mum collapses and dies at Turkish airport
Turkey
Melissa Kinsella, 30, collapsed at Antalya Airport in Turkey and later died in hospital - but her tragic death has led to several family members receiving life-saving diagnoses
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Husband's final words he told wife before dying in hotel room on stag do
Heart attack
Liverpool FC fanatic Billy Morley, 45, died suddenly surrounded by his best friends after telling his wife he felt 'anxious'
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Maura Derrane backs campaign as only half of women know symptoms of heart disease and stroke
Health
70% of the public believe women are more likely to contract breast cancer than heart disease or a stroke
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Hot drink favourite can help with blood pressure and stop heart disease, says Professor Tim Spector
Heart disease
Tim Spector, founder of the Zoe health app, has some good news for coffee lovers
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Nutrition expert pinpoints four foods to avoid heart disease, diabetes and autoimmune disorders
Diet
Professor Philip Calder, head of the School of Human Development and Health at the University of Southampton, has shared the foods that can help beat inflammation
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Cutting out this one food could prevent up to 70 per cent of global deaths, study claims
Food safety
The study proposes purchasing two alternative foods which are linked to increased levels of calcium and vitamin B12
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Walking 'lowers risk of heart disease and early death' even if you do nothing else, study says
Heart disease
Walking 10,000 steps per day can cut the risk of early death by 39% and the risk of a heart attack or stroke by 21%, according to new research
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