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Effectiveness of Leicestershire's pharmacies to be reviewed
Health
Assessments are being carried out to ensure pharmacies meet the needs of local people
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New centre aims to tackle school children suffering with mental ill health
Mental health
The school wants the children to return to mainstream education
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Countdown's Rachel Riley shares tragic loss of loved one who showed no symptoms
Health
The presenter is now encouraging people to take control of their health and know their numbers
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New project backed to revolutionise UK's healthcare
Health
The recently launched project is set to transform the lives of 29,000 households across Warrington, marking a significant step toward addressing quality of life and health challenges in the region
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Irresponsible Next advert banned for showing 'unhealthy' model
Next
Next said its stylist and product image manager met the model in person and did not have any concerns
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Shocking state of Leicester five-year-olds' teeth revealed
Health
They are the worst in the country for tooth decay
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Olympic medallist Nielsen combating misconceptions behind MS with new campaign
Health
Nielsen, 28, was diagnosed with MS aged 17 and initially believed that her athletics dreams were over due to her lack of education around the chronic disease
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Parental substance misuse affecting more than 1,000 Leicestershire children
In the News
Hundreds of children are impacted by their parents' heavy drinking in the city
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Sleep experts say German Bed technique can solve couples' sleeping issues
Health
James Wilson, known as The Sleep Geek, has shared the technique that is helping many couples improve their relationship dynamics and get a better night's rest
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BBC The Traitors star says incurable condition is so painful she 'can't function'
The Traitors
The Traitors star is raising awareness of the "debilitating" condition.
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Professor warns of cholesterol mistake which usually 'makes things worse'
Health
You can lower your levels in just 10 days, according to one doctor
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'Active little girl' fell suddenly ill and was dealt with devastating diagnosis
Real Life
Jasmine Harnett's life was turned upside down by the news
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Experts issue warning over video game autism diagnosis test
Autism
The 1-minute test can differentiate between autistic, ADHD and neurotypical children
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Expert shares eye 'tricks' he claims could spark a new romance
Health
According to specialists eye contact can trigger deeper emotional connections
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Specialist says 'never' over bathroom item that causes tinnitus
Health
Expert Frank McGrath has issued a warning and says you will be causing 'unnecessary damage'
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400pc increase in demand for vaccine after change in travel rules
Health
Pharmacists say they have seen a huge demand for the jabs as people prepare to go abroad this year
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Leicester has highest rate of TB in England as cases rise in the East Midlands
Health
Hundreds of cases were confirmed last year
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New healthcare clinic set to open in Leicestershire town
In the News
It is set to open later this year
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Fearne Cotton supported by fans after honest health update
Fearne Cotton
Fearne spoke candidly in a new Instagram post
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Chocolate combined with 27p snack could slash cholesterol levels
Cholesterol
Consuming dark chocolate paired with certain seeds could lead to a drop in cholesterol levels within just four weeks, according to a study.
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Top dementia expert shares her one 'most important' tip to prevent it
Health
Dr Emer MacSweeney said there are a number of factors that can influence our risk of developing dementia - but one is more important than all the others
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BBC Monty Don grows one fruit every New Year - it's linked to better heart health
Gardening
Monty Don shared the secret to growing a plant that many scientists have linked with potential cardiovascular benefits
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Loose Women Ruth Langsford's 'Mediterranean' dish with item superb for weight loss
Loose Women
The ITV star unveiled a simple Mediterranean-style omelette recipe just last year - and it's brimming with several delicious ingredients
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Experts explain how many times should you be waking up at night and at what age
NHS
A new study has found what is normal in terms of how many times you wake up at night - and it turns out it does change depending on your age
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Coronation Street
Coronation Street first look sees double death 'confirmed' as legend says 'I will die today'
Coronation Street is lining up explosive scenes next week as two characters' lives hang in the balance
Emmerdale fans only just realising where they've seen Joe Tate's doctor before
Emmerdale
Emmerdale Joe Tate’s mysterious recently made his debut - and fans were left floored after they realised who the actor is that plays him
Emmerdale legend 'to return' after 26 years in Kim Tate twist - and she should be worried
Emmerdale
Emmerdale viewers are convinced a 90s legend will be returning to the Dales to help Joe Tate take down his step-grandmother Kim Tate
Emmerdale fans 'feel sick' as they 'know' what John has really done with Anthony's body
Emmerdale
Emmerdale John revealed where Anthony's body is - but some viewers are convinced he's lying
Coronation Street star's boyfriend makes unexpected cameo in ITV soap
Coronation Street
Coronation Street fans were stunned as they realised Rob Mallard, who plays Daniel Osbourne, had his real-life partner on the soap.
Emmerdale
Emmerdale fans only just realising Dingle icon has totally different real voice after 29 years
A Dingle icon on Emmerdale has left fans seriously baffled after hearing their real accent
Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out
Shopping
Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside
Garden centre's no-dogs policy is 'great news', say LeicestershireLive readers
Dogs
Gates said it has made the 'difficult decision' to ban dogs from its new garden centre
Driver crashed into wall on trip to buy cigarettes after having 'a lot to drink'
Courts
Leanne Robbins was nearly three times the legal drink-driving limit
Update on personal tax allowance £20k - current rates and Treasury response
HMRC
The amount you can earn before being taxed hasn't risen since 2021