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Woman, 30, who ate McDonalds, KFC and pizza every night takes action after 'final straw'
Dieting and weight loss
Jasmin Harman felt 'ashamed' before losing 12 stone in just nine months - now she looks incredible
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Why you feel sick in the morning and what to do about it
Health
If you wake up feeling sick (and you’re not pregnant or hungover), your body might be trying to tell you something
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Wards at mental health facility at centre of abuse scandal criticised as concerns raised over safety of patients
NHS
Patients complained of feeling unsafe on wards, with staff doing 'things to deliberately provoke them'
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The surprising way the brain drives food cravings and overeating
Health
A new study shows our memory plays a key role in influencing what and how much we eat
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Andy Burnham responds to harrowing reports from hospital nurses
Health
The Royal College of Nursing published a devastating report from the testimony of nurses working in hospitals across the country
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Dieters 'ditch' biscuits and cakes for £12 box of weight-loss snacks they actually enjoy
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"I never thought I'd enjoy eating fruit so much instead of calorie-filled biscuits and chocolate or cakes! It's really helping my diet"
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First image of Royal Oldham Hospital nurse at centre of alleged attack as she returns home
Oldham
A trust boss gave an update on Achamma Cherian, known as Asha among friends and family
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Flesh-rotting ‘zombie’ drug Tranq banned from today in UK
Science
The flesh-destroying drug has been linked to more than 400 deaths in the UK, but experts warn the ban won't reduce fatalities
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Rise in globally spreading HMPV virus hitting England - as hospitals already under extreme strain
NHS
This virus is now a global concern, and nations such as China, India, and Malaysia are all grappling with outbreaks
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Depression risk identified in largest and most diverse genetic study ever
Science
The study is the first of its kind to pinpoint genes for depression across many ethnicities
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People urged to take three minutes to talk to a work colleague on Monday
Health
There are fears the tea-break is dying out and it is having a negative imapct on people's mental health
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Experts call for 'radical change' in obesity diagnosis with major change in BMI score
Health and fitness
Experts are calling for two new "diagnostic categories" of obesity
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Parents may be ‘fuelling obesity’ by encouraging one eating habit in children
Science
Nutritionists have warned of one food habit which might be fuelling Britain’s obesity crisis
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'We both got given these terrifying diagnoses - it made us give up two things'
NHS
"I wasn't feeling well but had been working seven days a week, so I thought I was just tired and had a chest infection - then the antibiotics didn't work'
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Two arrested after hospital staff attacked - days after nurse stabbed at Greater Manchester hospital
NHS
A man and woman were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage
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The common cupboard foods that could boost your body’s defence against infection
Science
A new study suggests certain foods might be better than probiotics at fighting stomach bugs
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Harley Street skincare expert warns against 'damaging' beef tallow TikTok trend
Skincare
The TikTok trend is nothing new, but experts are warning against giving it a go because it can actually lead to many of the issues people are hoping to avoid such as spots, irritation, blackheads and more
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Dr Tim Spector warns one food could leave children with ‘shrinking jaws’ and ‘crooked teeth’
Health
The nutrition expert has reacted to a study linking the modern diet to dental deformaties
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Why our hospitals are so full, according to top GP, as Greater Manchester patient waits '60 hours' for bed
NHS
'These are the reasons people are going into hospitals', says one top GP, as people face huge waits
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'I've been left bedridden battling a rare condition after my daughter came home with a nursery bug'
Health
She was originally incorrectly diagnosed with ME
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Doctor shares skin change that's a warning sign of HMPV
Manchester Family
Experts have detailed the unique symptoms of HMPV as one in 10 children in hospital with infection test positive
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Gardeners' World's Monty Don told by wife 'I can't live with you' in wake-up call
BBC
The BBC presenter opened up with a rare admission over his family life
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Simple glass of water trick can help encourage better hair care journey
Beauty
It's all to do with the way your hair absorbs moisture so all you need to do is cut a few strands off and then place it into a glass of water and watch the results...
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Radio star Mike Toolan on going from 'dropped lasagne' to abs of steel thanks to Gemma Atkinson's trainer
Dieting and weight loss
Hits Radio star Mike went to his pal Gemma Atkinson's famed trainer "Evil Steve" to get into the best shape of his life
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Crime'I want you to stop and be nice. Stop screaming. Stop screaming now'Warning: This piece contains images and video some readers may find distressing
Brits warned that 'emergency alert' will be sent to phones across the UK
UK News
A similar alert was tested in 2023
Michelle Keegan gives glimpse of baby bump after announcement as she films series ahead of birth
Michelle Keegan
The actress is filming her next TV project before welcoming her first child into the world
Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon announces daughter's adorable name days after birth
Coronation Street
The actress confirmed earlier this week she'd welcomed her second child with her partner, Ryan Ledson
'I thought it was a scam, but I actually inherited a stranger's £400k estate'
Real Life
There are more than 10 unclaimed estates belonging to people who died in Manchester - we've listed them here
Israel-Hamas warHamas Israel ceasefire 'will go into effect on Sunday morning' as new statement issuedQatar's foreign ministry has issued a statement
BBC Breakfast opens show with heartbreaking tribute to Manchester United 'legend'
BBC Breakfast
BBC Breakfast presenters Ben Thompson and Luxmy Gopal paid tribute to late football legend Denis Law, who has died at the age of 84.
BBC to air one of the scariest horror films of all time this weekend
BBC
At the time of its release in 1980, the film received a mixed reaction
'I tried Estee Lauder zero-smudge mascara - it tripled the length of my lashes'
Beauty
"This definitely stands out from my other mascaras I’ve used. If your fed up with black under your eye, this mascara definitely stays put all day"
'Help me get back to what I do best... rescuing monster fish', begs wildlife lover
Wigan
Man lost more than £60K worth of rare and exotic creatures
Israel-Hamas warHamas Israel ceasefire 'will go into effect on Sunday morning' as new statement issuedQatar's foreign ministry has issued a statement
Paul Pogba steps up bid for return amid Manchester United reunion links
Manchester United FC
Paul Pogba has been away from competitive football since 2023
BBC Breakfast opens show with heartbreaking tribute to Manchester United 'legend'
BBC Breakfast
BBC Breakfast presenters Ben Thompson and Luxmy Gopal paid tribute to late football legend Denis Law, who has died at the age of 84.
'Very important' - £36m Manchester United star can reach 'very high level' but only on one condition
Joshua Zirkzee
Joshua Zirkzee has responded well after a difficult December
BBC to air one of the scariest horror films of all time this weekend
BBC
At the time of its release in 1980, the film received a mixed reaction