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Being a man is bad for your health. Or so says Jeff Foster –...

Are men lagging behind in the health stakes? 6 common issues and what to do about them

The global pandemic has changed the world in many ways. Ways that we never...

There’s never been a better time to care

Dementia is not easy to diagnose as it is not a single condition and...

Early signs of dementia and what can be done

We’re only a few days into the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, but Team GB is...

Why you should get back into swimming if you haven’t done it since school
Thinking about straightening your teeth as an adult? Here’s what you need to know

More than a year of video calling friends and colleagues has given us plenty...

Are you an overthinker? Psychologists explain how to get out of your head

Do you ever find you can’t sleep because the same thought is circulating round...

6 Surprising Menopause Symptoms You Need To Know

When you reach menopause you might expect to experience hot flushes, but there are...

Something for everyone in UK’s care homes: caviar, mindfulness or a pint down the pub

Dining on caviar or sipping on a pint in the pub are just some...

The benefits of herbal and green tea

From ancient Chinese herbal teas to modern blends, these wholesome beverages are often reported...

Sleep posture – a cheat’s way to a good night’s sleep

If you were to live for 79 years, on average you’d have spent 26...

As a diet rich in omega-3 is linked to reduced migraines, here’s how to get more into your diet

If you’re unlucky enough to suffer from regular migraines that make you want to...

Chiropractor, Osteopath or Physiotherapist: who should I see?

There’s a nagging pain in your back or a twinge in your neck and...

The five best easy moves to stay fit at any age

These five low-impact moves are key to healthy ageing and can be done with...

6 things you should know about life after 60 

So, you’re turning 60. You’re entering the first “senior decade” of your life, with...

Struggling with your mental health but anxious about talking to your GP? This is what to do

Mental health issues can take many forms, and during the pandemic, there have been...

Lifeline24 Personal Alarm Service

Lifeline24 are an award-winning national provider of personal alarms. The Lifeline24 Alarm service supports...

Loneliness Awareness Week: 5 simple tips for when you feel alone

Loneliness Awareness Week, which runs from June 14-18, aims to raise awareness about the...

Men’s Health Week: 5 ways you can boost your wellness by taking part in the ‘Can Do’ challenge

Many of the major health risks men face today have the potential to be...

Is my headache serious? 7 red flag symptoms

Most people get a headache occasionally, and will normally grin and bear it, or...

Can you teach yourself to sleep?

For decades, journalist Kate Mikhail had struggled with sleepless nights in an ongoing battle...

Websites for cancer information

As well as dealing with the emotional turbulence of cancer, it’s tough to keep...

Don’t forget your thoracic spine: Upper back mobility could help keep aches and stiffness at bay

Back pain was already extremely common, and it’s no surprise the past year-and-a-half of...

6 simple weight loss tips for slimming down after lockdown

There’s no getting around the fact that losing weight takes work and there’s no...

5 surprising health benefits of snacking on almonds

Whether eaten at your desk or sprinkled on your porridge, these nutrient-loaded seeds should...

Meera Syal bakes with grandmother to raise awareness of early onset dementia

Goodness Gracious Me star Meera Syal has teamed up with a grandmother with early...

Soaring demand for private healthcare in the UK

Private hospitals and clinics around the UK have been reporting higher patient numbers during...

Wellbeing At Home

Our most important reminder during the Coronavirus Pandemic is that our health takes priority...

How to manage anxiety and panic attacks

In the UK, anxiety disorders affect around one in ten people.  Here we look...

Inspiration and resources for people trying to lose weight

The report claims nine in 10 Covid-19 deaths have occurred in countries with high...

World IBD Day: How your diet can affect this inflammatory condition

Eating a balanced diet is a major part of living a healthy lifestyle, but...

4 of the best superfoods to help reduce inflammation

You’ve probably heard the term ‘inflammation’ mentioned on health podcasts and nutritionists’ Instagram posts,...

Ground-breaking home audiology service helps people affected by hearing loss

Around 1 in 6 of the UK population – over 10 million adults –...

5 ways to lower your blood pressure

High blood pressure is often called a ‘silent killer’ because, if left untreated, it...

How to monitor your health more effectively at home

With more doctors’ appointments by telephone, it’s handy to be able to monitor your...

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