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Andrew, 58, has always been a competitive swimmer and is a winner at the...

Swimmer wins two gold medals after his heart surgery

Eating foods like apples and blackberries may help lower your chances of developing frailty....

Apples and blackberries may help lower chances of developing frailty – study

We spoke to Mr Inderpaul Birdi, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon at The Harley Street Clinic about the impact...

Innovations in heart surgery: less pain and faster recovery times

Getting regular exercise such as cycling, walking, gardening, cleaning and participating in sports may...

Regular exercise may lower risk of women developing Parkinson’s disease – study
Women urged to know blood pressure to help prevent heart disease and stroke

All women should know their blood pressure to prevent heart disease and stroke, doctors...

What’s the link between the menopause and anxiety?

Hot flushes and night sweats are commonly associated with the menopause – but the...

4 signs you’ve eaten too much salt

Feeling the urge to glug a glass of water shortly after you’ve munched a...

One in 10 people in UK affected by autoimmune disorders

One in 10 people in the UK have autoimmune disorders such as type 1...

The benefits of meditation for our health and wellbeing

As the world prepares to celebrate World Meditation Day on 21st May, it’s essential...

Tips to help lower or maintain a healthy blood pressure

It’s your body so take control of your heart health! We have put together...

Summer asthma tips for World Asthma Day

Tuesday 2nd May is World Asthma Day, a campaign that aims to raise awareness...

Skin Cancer Awareness Month: 5 things a skin cancer surgeon wants you to know about sun protection

The most common form of cancer in the UK, skin cancer kills more than...

Everything you need to know about Lyme disease if you’re out for a rural walk

A bacterial infection often associated with walkers or ramblers, Lyme disease is something you...

What is asbestos? And, why are people talking about it? 

Asbestos is a fibrous mineral with excellent thermal properties. It was found in a...

Frequent gardening may be linked to improved wellbeing

Gardening more frequently may be linked to improvements in wellbeing, perceived stress and physical...

Salt – the silent killer

Used for millennia as a preservative and added to our foods for flavour, salt...

Short activity bouts ‘can help type 1 diabetes patients with blood sugar levels’

Breaks from sitting with short bouts of activity can help people with type 1...

3 common foot conditions – diagnosis and treatment

Having painful feet can be so debilitating.  Here we take a look at 3...

Talking therapies could reduce future risk of heart disease, study suggests

Treating depression through talking therapy could help cut the risk of heart disease, a...

Why does alcohol make snoring worse?

If your partner snores, you might notice that things get a whole lot worse...

What is microscopic colitis and could you have it?

17,000 people are diagnosed with microscopic colitis each year in the UK, but charity...

How to prevent insect bites and stings as the weather warms up

Here comes the sun – and shorts, T-shirts, sandals, picnics and afternoons outdoors –...

Should you be worried about dengue fever on your next European holiday?

Dengue fever – a disease normally associated with tropical areas of the world –...

10 tips to ease allergy symptoms in the hay fever season

Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a common allergic reaction that affects...

Easy ways to give your health a spring refresh

We dust, declutter, polish and organise our homes when the warmer weather arrives –...

Former Sky Sports presenter Dave Clark: A Parkinson’s diagnosis is not the end

Dave Clark is determined to show that life does not end with diagnosis, as...

Not just a tremor: 10 early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease everybody should know about

Around 1 in 500 people in the UK are affected by Parkinson’s disease, but...

Parkinson’s Awareness Week: 10 things people living with Parkinson’s want everyone to know

To mark Parkinson’s Awareness Week (April 10-16), we asked people diagnosed with the condition...

Tips to improve your sleep

Without good sleep, we tend to be irritable, unfocused and drained, which can have...

Snoring increases your stroke risk – here’s how to stop

People who have sleep issues may be more likely to have a stroke. A...

Why women suffer with insomnia more than men, and how to beat it

Did you know that insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects many people all...

Sleepless Nights? Discover how online classes can help you to get better rest

Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial for maintaining physical and mental health. However,...

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month : know the signs

According to Bowel Cancer UK someone is diagnosed with bowel cancer every 15 minutes....

8 Ways on how to discuss your mental health with others

Mental health is an important aspect of overall well-being, yet many people struggle to...

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