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A recall of more than half a million products has been upgraded to the FDA's highest level over concerns an ingredient in the foods is contaminated with a life-threatening bacteria.

Of all the trends that have swept the internet, this might be the smelliest one yet.

There is ample evidence to suggest that sit-ups won't get rid of your belly fat. Scientists say that typical core workouts are, at best useless and, at worst, could result in debilitating spine injuries.

I have seen people with hands so sore with severe eczema that they were infected, crusting and weeping. Some have even had to stop work permanently.

Being overweight may not be as risky for your health as we're so often told. Indeed you might be no worse in terms of heart health than skinny people. Provided your waist is slim, that is.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has today confirmed a total of 586 cases of the life-threatening bacterial infection - a jump from 549 last Thursday.

Thousands of women in England with incurable breast cancer have been granted fresh hope thanks to a drug that extends life for up to three years.

Women in their thirties, especially those who are overweight, should be warned about the link between alcohol and breast cancer, new research suggests.

Researchers say users of the drugs are 11 times more likely to have their stomach contents come back up into the throat while under anaesthetic compared to those who do not.

Lady Casey, chair of the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care, called on ministers to make dementia 'Britain's next great national mission - just as cancer was for previous generations'.