RONNIE BARKER fans will get to watch the late comedy legend on TV again today, in his role as Norman Stanley Fletcher during a 6:30pm showing of the sitcom Porridge. The star sadly died in 2005 - how?

DEMENTIA is an umbrella term for a range of conditions characterised by progressive loss of cognitive function. The condition usually starts with forgetfulness, but new findings suggest some kinds of financial behaviour may also point to the initial stages of the disease.

JAMES CAAN has struggled with several health ordeals over the years from depression after the death of his sister, to being hospitalised for problems in his chest.

THE 79-year-old Bond girl Britt Ekland became known globally for her beauty after appearing in several films and The Man with the Golden Gun. Yet although the world could admire her beauty, Ekland herself could not. In fact, the star suffered from a mental health disorder known as body dysmorphia.

DIRK BOGARDE features in A Bridge Too Far at 2:50pm today on Channel 5. After an extraordinary career that saw him feature in dozens of films between the 1930s and 1990s, Dirk Bogarde sadly died in 1999 from a heart attack that was preceded by a stroke.

MANAGING health conditions can require multiple prescriptions or costly changes to our lifestyles. But sometimes there can be cheaper ways to ease symptoms or reduce the risk of serious complications.

VEGETABLES are known to be good for our bodies - as they are packed full of vitamins and nutrients, while low in calories. However, research has suggested one type of the food could increase your risk of cancer.

DONALD SUTHERLAND, who stars in The First Great Train Robbery at 1:50pm today on BBC, has had a lot of health issues over the years. His most serious ordeal, a meningitis infection, saw him have a near-death experience.

JAMES BOND actor Sean Connery features on BBC Two today for the 1:50pm showing of the 1978 film The First Great Train Robbery. Sadly, the world lost the star back in 2020. How did the 007 star die?

ACTOR Ben Gazzara, who stars in The Bridge at Remagen at 12:30pm today , died from a common but deadly form of cancer in 2012 at the age of 81. What happened to the star and what do we know about the condition that killed him?

VITAMINS are essential when it comes to keeping our bodies working. And different vitamin deficiencies can cause different health problems. This means there can be very specific signs to look out for that should not be ignored.

SOME of us can feel guilty when enjoying a few glasses of our favourite tipple. Drinking is one of those vices linked to a myriad of health issues. However, research has shown one drink in particular could help people living with a serious condition.

KEEPING fit is one way to help our bodies stay in good working order as we get older. Not only does exercise keep us more active and agile, but it helps our organs stay healthy and reduces the risk of certain diseases. However, new research shows there is a link between staying in shape in our youth and our mental wellbeing as we age.

INSECT bites and stings can be a nuisance in the summer and can often be painful for a short time afterwards. Here are some of the most common insects found in the UK that you could encounter outdoors.

DEMENTIA cases are climbing at full tilt, highlighting the pressing need to sharpen preventive measures. According to one expert, a specific type of alcohol may help protect the brain against decline.

FROM medical conditions to tight hair styles, there can be plenty of factors leading to hair loss. However, when you turn to hair care tips, the last thing you'd expect is more harm than good. An expert spoke to Express.co.uk about a "popular" hair treatment which could give you "brittle" hair.

SHAUN HUGHES who works as an IT manager describes himself as happy, healthy and "in control" of his life. But this has not always been the case. Only three years ago the 38-year-old weighed 28 stone, had a body-mass index of 53 and was struggling to get his asthma under control.

AMID comments from the Health Secretary suggesting the NHS didn't need any more money, Express.co.uk has decided to interview a doctor from the NHS to ascertain whether a health service besieged by financial cuts and a pandemic requires more funding.

CANCER is a fast-spreading disease associated with a plethora of symptoms. One lesser-known sign of the disease may be heard, according to health bodies.

STATINS are vitally important to so many people living with high cholesterol. Taken correctly they can not only lower cholesterol but ultimately reduce your risk of serious complications such as heart disease, heart attacks and strokes. However, like all medicines there are side effects to be wary of.

THOUSANDS of patients with advanced prostate cancer could be spared tough chemotherapy after doctors uncovered who really benefits from it. They looked at 2,200 men given docetaxel chemo - the most common type offered to patients whose cancer has spread.

PROSTATE cancer is the most common type of cancer in men, particularly among those over the age of 50. Though the disease often does not show any symptoms, changes to your urine can be some of the first to emerge. What should men be aware of?

A LOT of us take being able to carry out everyday tasks for granted. Not many would think twice about boiling the kettle for a cup of tea. But these daily activities can be so much harder for a person with dementia - and can be a giveaway when it comes to getting diagnosed.

OVER the last couple of years many have started to associate a change in our taste and smell with Covid-19. However, research suggests it could actually be a sign of high blood pressure if found with other symptoms - a condition which, if left untreated, could have serious consequences for our health.

HAVING high cholesterol is a potentially deadly health risk that often shows no symptoms. Most patients don't realise they have high levels unless they get a blood test - or suffer from one of the serious consequences such as a heart attack or stroke. But there are some indicators that could appear in your eyes.

ADVOCATES of the juice cleanse claim the "detox" diet has a range of health benefits including weight loss and improving energy levels. But how healthy really are they? Express.co.uk talked to several registered nutritionists to find out.

STAND-UP comedian Ed Gamble, 36, is no stranger to speaking out about his type 1 diabetes. Having turned his diagnosis into a special called Blood Sugar, he often points out how type 1 can be misunderstood. For Diabetes Week, Ed sat down with Express.co.uk to recall the first signs that led his mum to pick up the symptoms of diabetes when he was only 13 years old.

SOMETIMES cancer symptoms may be vague, and this is often the case with ovarian cancer. Moreover, experts have warned that sometimes people will attribute symptoms to another condition. Ultimately, if you have any signs these should be flagged with a GP, as catching ovarian cancer is important for treatment.

IN RECENT years radio DJ Roman Kemp has tried to keep open a conversation on mental health, particularly for men. As new research reveals that 35 percent of men actively avoid conversations with others about their mental wellbeing, Kemp, 29, has challenged himself and others to ask themselves how they are feeling out of 10 to try and rid the stigma once and for all.

AS OTHER stories grab the public's attention, it is easy to forget COVID-19 is still a threat to the public. While case numbers have dropped in recent months, they are set to rise again in large part due to two sub-variants of Omicron known as BA.4 and BA.5. Express.co.uk spoke to leading immunologist Professor Denis Kinane about the threat they pose.

MONKEYPOX UK cases are now in the hundreds and there is no sign the current trend is abating. According to Doctor Kathrine O'Reilly, Medical Director at International SOS, there is one telltale sign that may "appear before any other symptoms" and it's not been "seen historically".

MONKEYPOX is not a sexually transmitted disease, rather it is a viral infection spread through skin-to-skin contact and large droplets. However, this could be about to change as the WHO investigates reports of the virus being found in semen.

DEMENTIA is an umbrella of neurodegenerative diseases known to affect the brain. Every year, it tears families and minds apart. As well as searching for a cure, scientists are also researching for ways people can reduce their risk of the condition.

CANCER is a pernicious group of diseases responsible for thousands of deaths every year. Although treatments are improving, many will still die. As part of their quest to fight cancer, scientists are attempting to develop a vaccine to fight cancer cells.

HAY FEVER symptoms are likely to flare up for patients as we enter the warm summer months. Can you take tablets for the allergy when you're pregnant?

GENERAL PRACTITIONERS have come under a lot of fire in recent weeks amid a conflict over whether they should have more face-to-face appointments and work on Saturdays. Just days later, they're receiving criticism from England's most senior doctor over how many medicines they prescribe.

CHICKENPOX affects almost all of us at some point in our lives, but is it really possible to get it twice?

ALTHOUGH other stories currently dominate the agenda, coronavirus and its consequences continue to remain a present threat and nuisance to the population. As immunologists worry about a summer resurgence of the virus, scientists are looking into whether the likelihood of developing long Covid has grown or receded.

BLOOD clots are harmless so long as they remain stagnant. When the clot breaks off, however, the condition often leads to disability and death. According to research, a condition that affects millions in the UK could increase the odds of risky blood clots twofold.

ACTRESS and wife to Doctor Who actor David Tennant, Georgia Tennant has in recent years used her platform to encourage women to take a smear test after she was diagnosed with cervical cancer back in 2018. Now, in light of Cervical Screening Awareness Week which runs from the 20th-26th June, here we take a look at how a simple smear test helped to save the star's life.

HIGH blood pressure, or hypertension, is the predecessor of life-threatening complications, ranging from heart attacks to strokes. An expert shares one seemingly healthy breakfast option that should be avoided as it could raise your risk of the silent condition.

HIGH blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is the leading cause of a wide range of diseases: heart attacks, strokes, aneurysms, kidney disease, and vascular dementia. But it is also preventable through lifestyle changes. For example, a few changes in your nutrition can have a massive impact. Here we cover four changes, including diet and behaviour changes, which can help.

WHY SOME people live to the age of 100 and beyond has long been the focus of research. In one notable study, ranking high on three personality traits was strongly predictive of joining the centenarian club.

A GRANDMOTHER-OF-FOUR has had nine cancelled appointments since she was diagnosed with cancer in 2017.

THE DEMENTIA crisis is an ever-growing burden on health bodies, and rates are on course to escalate further in coming years. Although no cure exists for the condition, early detection can help prolong life quality. Certain signs when going to the toilet could be indicative of the disease.

AFTER sustaining what seemed like a "normal" injury to his wrist, 19-year-old Jack Puttock from Hitchin, in Hertfordshire, was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome , a condition that causes "persistent severe and debilitating pain".

IF SOMEONE is immunocompromised it means they have a weakened immune system, one that can't protect them from virus and diseases. It's like having a house where all the walls are made out of chain link fencing rather than bricks and mortar - it's not going to keep the weather out. Along with others, Blood Cancer UK is campaigning for more to be done to help free the UK's immunocompromised.

FEMALE fertility starts to dip from the age of 30; there's no denying the reality of biological restrictions, which go on to plummet from the age of 35. However, age is most definitely not the only influencing factor.

SEVEN years ago, Sara Cohen received the news of a breast cancer diagnosis. But Sarah's cancer hasn't stopped there; the condition has now progressed to "terminal" cancer of the lung and bone. From lump to back pain, the swimwear business owner shares her symptoms and what to watch out for.

BOWEL cancer is one of the most common types of cancer diagnosed in the UK. Despite its prevalence, there is much work to be done in raising awareness of the symptoms, which include a "constant urge" after pooing.