Health

Urgent plea to North West's 'missing' O negative donors to help struggling blood stocks.

Urgent plea to 1,700 people in the NW with this rare blood type

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Top health boss worried about measles spreading and sparking crisis

A child has died in a UK hospital from measles. Photo: stock.adobe.com

'Very young child' unwell with measles as first Wirral case confirmed

Rebecca Archer the mother of a girl who died of complications from having measles as a baby has urged parents to get their children vaccinated

If more kids had vaccine, my child wouldn't of got measles and died

Measles rash on the body of the child.

Health Secretary vows action after Alder Hey measles death

The best GP surgeries in the North West, voted for by patients have been named - is yours on the list?

The 20 best GP surgeries in the North West where patients are happiest

The results of the GP Patient Survey 2025 are in - here are the best rated GP surgeries in England as voted for by patients.

The best rated GP surgeries in England where patients are happiest

A GP surgery waiting room

19 worst rated GP surgeries in Liverpool according to Patient Survey

Carla Lewis.

My doctor told me my health condition was a punishment from God

Resident doctors have voted to go on strike this July over a pay dispute.

The dates that resident doctors will go on strike this summer

A child has died of measles at Alder Hey Children's Hospital

Child with measles dies as health officials warn of rising cases

Australia is currently in the middle of one of its worst winters for flu infections in the last decade.

Record flu outbreak in Australia could be a warning of what's to come

23 best GP surgeries in Merseyside as GP Patient Survey 2025 released

Babies and young children are more likely to be unwell from hot weather.

The exact temperature it's too hot to let kids play outside

Liverpool NHS Trust pays out over £4.5m in A&E negligence claims

Gut Wealth sachets are helping IBS sufferers rediscover their appetite and enjoy mealtimes again.

IBS sufferers say this changed their lives — 25% off ends Sunday

22 worst GP surgeries in Merseyside as GP Patient Survey 2025 released

This is what happens if you test positive for Covid this summer.

New Covid strain Stratus is spreading - Signs and symptoms to look out

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You might become seriously unwell in this heatwave - use NHS wisely

Under the change, parents who suffer a loss at any stage of pregnancy will have access to legally protected leave

What could change for families experiencing pregnancy loss

There have been 10 confirmed cases of measles in Northern Ireland

Measles symptoms & advice as children 'seriously unwell' in Liverpool

Bringing adult toys on holiday to certain destinations can see you banned, fined or even jailed.

The holiday destinations where adult toys are banned

Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool.

Children 'seriously unwell' at Alder Hey as hospital issues message

Real customers show how Gut Wealth has helped them feel confident, calm and in control of their gut health.

IBS sufferers share how they finally found relief — and it’s 25% off

A scientist inspects a death cap mushroom at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne.

This is what death cap mushrooms look like and symptoms of poisoning

Some countries have strict rules about the medications you can and cannot bring in as a tourist.

You can get jailed if you take these five common medications abroad

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK with one in seven women being diagnosed in their lifetime.

You should never ignore these six signs of breast cancer

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation has recommended that the NHS admminister the chickenpox vaccine to children aged 12 months to 18 months. (Credit: Adobe)

How to tell if your child has chickenpox or a heat rash

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Health officials warn of measles as vaccine uptake 'worryingly low'

Over 700,000 people in the UK are living with glaucoma

Know your risk: experts warn to protect your sight this Glaucoma Awareness Week ...

Allergic reactions to wasp stings can be fatal.

How to treat a wasp sting and spot signs of an allergic reaction

Marie Curie, Speke Road.

Liverpool 'angry' as vital hospice unit announces permanent closure

The Prime Minister has launched the NHS 10 year health plan.

The 3 things that could change for you under the 10 year health plan

Marie Curie, Woolton.

Marie Curie hospice in Liverpool closes for good

There were 219 survey forms sent out to patients at Dr Mitchell GP Practice. The response rate was 56%, with 122 patients rating their overall experience. Of these, 96% said it was very good and 2% said it was fairly good.

31 best GP surgeries in Merseyside according to NHS Patient Survey

Volunteers from the Cycle Response Unit.

Keep safe in hot summer weather

Symptoms of ADHD usually start before the age of 12.

Eight signs and symptoms of ADHD in children parents should know about

Last data has revealed that nearly one in three cancer patients are waiting longer for their first treatment.

The best performing hospital trusts for first cancer treatment

A family from Huyton are becoming increasingly desperate as concerns grow for their son, Ronnie, 3, who hasn’t eaten a meal in two years.

My 3-year-old son hasn't eaten in two years and I'm desperate for help

Mixing some medications with ibuprofen can have dangerous consequences.

The five medications you can't take with ibuprofen

This is what happens if you test positive for Covid this summer.

Covid rules if you test positive this summer

BBQs, camping stoves, pizza ovens and portable heaters present a carbon monoxide risk this summer.

Doctor Hilary Jones issues urgent carbon monoxide warning

Pollen levels are set to peak on the ‘hottest day of 2025’.

Pollen spike creates 'worst of both worlds' scenario today

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I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set - on sale now

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Doctor warns of growing risk of easy access to weight loss jabs

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Stephen Graham up for Emmy award as Adolescence shines with 13 nods

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