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Measuring someone's height to waist ratio is a "much better indicator" of the health risks associated with carrying excess fat than body mass index (BMI), particularly in older people, according to researchers.

New study finds BMI may not highlight health risks linked to obesity

David Hekili Kenui Bell, who recently starred in the Disney live action remake of Lilo & Stitch, has died at the age of 46.

Lilo & Stitch actor's cause of death confirmed after passing aged 46

A pilot scheme has revealed a widespread genetic sensitivity to common medicines

Pilot scheme reveals genetic sensitivity to common medicines

Eight-month-old baby Kolsen, born to beauty influencer Nejae Roberts, has died. He had spent his life in hospital after being born prematurely weighing just one pound and being diagnosed with lung and heart disease. Photo by Instagram/@/jaee___r.

Star's eight-month-old baby dies after spending his life in hospital

Hollywood actor Michael Madsen died aged 67 after suffering from heart failure, his doctor has confirmed.

Michael Madsen's cause of death confirmed as heart failure

Weight-loss injections such as Mounjaro have become more and more popular.

Weight-loss drug to be prescribed by GPs from today

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Ultra-processed foods may cause 18,000 early deaths a year

TV presenter Emma Willis has revealed that she underwent surgery on her heart after doctors discovered she had a congenital heart defect.

TV host Emma Willis reveals huge health scare amid heart defect

Martin Lynch.

I take a cold plunge in my wheelie bin every day - it helps my PTSD

Newly released police records and body camera footage have revealed the final days of Betsy Arakawa, wife of actor Gene Hackman, who died in February after contracting a rare rodent-borne illness.

Betsy Arakawa searched Covid symptoms before death

Heart disease is a leading cause of death among women in the UK

UK women less likely to seek help for chest pain and heart issues

Hollywood legend Gene Hackman’s death alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog have sent shockwaves across the Hollywood industry.

Gene Hackman’s dog died of dehydration & starvation after couple died

Hollywood legend Gene Hackman’s death alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog have sent shockwaves across the Hollywood industry.

Breaking Gene Hackman and wife's causes of deaths revealed

Hunter & Gather Seed Oil Free Mayonnaise, available from Tesco 175g £4.00

A quarter of people in the UK have at least one diagnosed chronic illness. Could...

Millions of people could be unaware they are living with deadly heart disease.

Seven warning signs you might be suffering from heart disease

Actress Barbie Hsu at the International Cannes Film Festival in 2006

TV star dies from pneumonia

Anna Richardson presenter of Naked Attraction, The Sex Education Show and international sex guru

How to feel sexy and empowered in 2025 - with Anna Richardson's help
Anna Richardson, celebrated presenter of Naked Attraction, The Sex Education Show and international sex guru shares her wealth of experience and valuable secrets to provide us with practical tips on how to maintain a healthy libido in 2025.
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Former US President Bill Clinton has been hospitalised days before Christmas after developing a fever.

Former US President Bill Clinton rushed to hospital

Sleep expert Dr Sophie Bostock, who has a PhD in Health Psychology at University College London worked alongside Bensons for Beds to create the digital image

What sleep-deprived people will look like in 2050 - according to AI

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Snacking late at night screws up our biological clock - here's why

How to live

Health and happiness wrapped up: How to Live – perfect Christmas gift

Beating the winter blues

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

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Junk food adverts ban is needed - but can't do anything about Mr Beast Tom Morton

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Bronson Battersby and (right) with his father, Kenneth.

‘Likelihood’ toddler may still be alive if father had not died

Paula Radcliffe (Fourth Frontier)

Ad Feature Enhancing sports performance with the Fourth Frontier

The death of Ron Ely, known for his role in the 1960s TV series Tarzan, follows a tragic family incident five years ago, when his son stabbed his wife to death.

1960s Tarzan star Ron Ely's cause of death confirmed

Cod liver oil omega-3 capsules may bring an increased risk of prostate cancer to men

Omega-3 oils and prostate cancer - should men take supplements?
Omega-3 intake reduces the risk of many cancers but not prostate - Professor Robert Thomas explains why he avoids fish oil supplements
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Anti-smoking drug varenicline will become available on the NHS

'I'm a doctor - this is why new stop-smoking drug is great news'

Professor Robert Thomas explains how to maintain healthy Vitamin D levels this winter and why it's so
important

How to maintain healthy Vitamin D levels and why it's so important

Antibacterial mouthwashes can be useful - but can also do more harm than good

Antibacterial mouthwash dangers: Why, as a doctor, I never use them

A trend on TikTok suggests that stress can lead to a puffy 'cortisol face' - but it's not entirely true Picture: healthnetuk

Doctor reveals truth of 'cortisol face' TikTok and Instagram trend

King Charles

Why King Charles eats avocados: a nutritional expert explains benefits

We're leaving longer so let's look after ourselves

8 easy things you can do to keep healthy in your 50s and 60s

Rapper Fatman Scoop was taken to hospital after collapsing on stage during a concert in Connecticut on Friday August 30. Photo by Getty Images.

Rapper's cause of death revealed

Carol Vorderman has said that she only eats one meal per day and snacks on raw sprouts.

'I don't care what people think': Carol Vorderman reveals diet secrets

Perfumes and deodorants may contain chemicals which are triggering early puberty Picture: Canva

How common household chemicals could be triggering early puberty

Mark Wright Senior, Carol Wright, Jessica Wright and Natalya Wright attend the NTAs 2024. Photo by Getty Images.

TV star speaks of 'tough' time after announcing son's heart condition

Elle Macpherson in September 2016 in Sydney, Australia Picture: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

I'm a cancer specialist: my take on Elle Macpherson's treatment

Free health checks are set to be offered to thousands of office workers by the NHS in a new drive to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

Workers to be weighed at office as part of NHS 'Health MoTs'

Scott Thorson, the former lover of famed entertainer Valentino Liberace and a key witness in the notorious 1981 Wonderland Murders trial, died at the age of 65 on August 16.

Scott Thorson: Liberace's ex and murder witness dies

The Only Way is Essex star Jess Wright with her husband William Lee-Kemp and their two-year-old son Presley. Photo by Instagram/jesswright77.

Reality TV star announces two-year-old son has rare heart condition

Fitness guru Richard Simmons. (Picture: Getty Images)

Richard Simmon's cause of death revealed

Jacoby Jones’ cause of death revealed after his sudden passing

Jacoby Jones’ cause of death revealed after his sudden passing

Presenter Alan Titchmarsh was welling up speaking with actor James Murray during an episode of Love Your Weekend

Alan Titchmarsh close to tears during episode of Love Your Weekend

Alun Wyn Jones as he partners with AliveCor to launch the 'Let's Talk Rhythm' campaign.

Rugby star: I thought I was just tired but I had a major heart problem

According to new studies, eating ultra-processed food such as fizzy drinks, mass-produced bread, breakfast cereals and crisps can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes

Cancer doctor ‘deeply concerned’ about ultra-processed foods for kids

Men die earlier than they should in the UK

More than 133,000 men die early unnecessarily in the UK every year

Winston, a beloved lowland gorilla, has died aged 52

Zoo 'heartbroken' after gorilla dies aged 52

Professor Robert Thomas has urged Labour to extend the sugar tax

I'm a doctor - Labour should extend the sugar tax to make UK healthier

This Morning star Sam Rubin died from a heart attack. Picture: Getty Images for The Recording A

This Morning star's cause of death revealed

The sugar tax imposed on soft drinks in Britain led to a significant drop in sugar in people's diets, according to a long-term study. Picture: Anthony Devlin/PA Wire

Sugar tax lowers sugar intake but people still eating too much

Consuming ultra-processed foods such as fizzy drinks, mass-produced bread, ready meals, and crisps - including plant-based options - carry major health risks. Picture: Adobe

Veggie burgers are not a healthy alternative to meat

Obesity is forcing a decline in improving heart disease figures

Obesity and lack of exercise has stalled heart disease improvements

A man out running - exercise is one of the ways you can live longer Picture: Alamy/PA.

I'm a doctor - here are 15 ways men can live for longer

A major new study showed that weekly injections of semaglutide produced a major reduction in cardiac events such as heart attack, stroke and heart failure. Picture: Chris Radburn/PA Wire

Major study into safety of Semaglutide released

Overwhelming scientific evidence proves refined sugar can have a negative effect on mental health. Picture: PA

Mental Health Awareness Week: How sugar damages mental wellbeing

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