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While the first signs of autism are typically seen in early childhood, it’s not...

Autism in adults – how to spot the signs

We all get tummy ache from time to time, and it’s usually a temporary...

When should you see a doctor about stomach ache?

Are you struggling with an injury that is keeping you from doing the activities...

Get back to the activities you love with pilates for injury recovery

As we age, it can become more difficult to meet new people and make...

4 ways to meet new people in your 50s and beyond
What is Collagen, and what is it good for?

Collagen is a naturally occurring protein found in the human body that is responsible...

World Oral Health Day: What your mouth says about your overall health

Our mouths are a window to our overall health, and we can learn so...

World Sleep Day: How to sleep if you share a bed with someone who struggles to drift off

Suffering from a sleep disorder can take a massive toll on a person’s mental...

MHA creates information hub to support older people online 

Have you ever been curious about how you could fund care home fees? Do...

Can eating a Mediterranean diet really slash your dementia risk?

A Mediterranean diet, rich in nuts, seafood, whole grains, and vegetables, is associated with...

Salt Awareness Week: check out healthier alternatives to some favourite foods

Salt, salt, salt… We love it on our chips, salt and vinegar crisps are...

Women need to be made to feel comfortable taking menopause leave

Women are unlikely to take menopause leave from work unless there is a cultural...

Eating leafy greens ‘associated with fewer brain proteins linked to Alzheimer’s’

People who eat green leafy vegetables, fruit, whole grains, olive oil, beans, nuts and...

Frequent socialising ‘could help people live longer’ in old age

Frequent socialising could help people live longer – and the more often the better,...

Skincare for mature skin

Unless they’re peddling anti-ageing cream, most beauty and skincare adverts focus on young, glamorous...

World Hearing Day: When you should be worried about ringing in your ears?

If you’ve ever got home from a loud concert, club or sporting event and...

BBC documentary about Deborah James to feature unseen footage and voice notes

The BBC is to air a documentary about cancer campaigner Dame Deborah James featuring...

Prescriptions for opioids ‘fall by almost half-a-million over last four years

GPs and pharmacists have helped slash prescriptions for potentially addictive opioid drugs by 450,000...

Researchers reveal 11-minute habit that could prevent one in 10 early deaths

A daily 11-minute brisk walk could prevent one in 10 early deaths by lowering...

How to reduce your chances of getting DVT on a long flight

Whether you’re jetting off for some winter sun, a half-term family break or a...

Rosemary Conley on how fitness saved her life

Rosemary Conley has a huge amount to thank fitness for. Not only has it...

Louise Minchin: ‘It took me until the age of 45 to rediscover my love of sport’

Louise Minchin said she hated her physique while playing sport at school and gave...

7 headaches you may need to see a doctor about

Most of us get a headache occasionally, and it’s usually nothing to worry about....

Seven healthy habits ‘may help cut the risk of dementia’

Adopting seven healthy habits in middle age may help cut the risk of dementia,...

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

The earlier a woman is diagnosed with ovarian cancer the more likely she will...

Why won’t my eyes stop watering?

If you have an eye that just won’t quit watering, you may be desperately...

Getting good sleep could add years to your life, study suggests

Getting good sleep could see men live almost five years longer, and women more...

Giving up something for Lent? Experts explain why the sacrifice is so tough

Here we learn about the science behind depriving ourselves. Starting on February 22 and...

Embrace relationships to boost health in later life, study suggests

Middle-aged women who have “satisfying” relationships with partners, friends and colleagues are less likely...

Staying fit and active throughout life ‘best way to stave off dementia’

Even taking up exercise in your 60s is better than doing nothing at all...

The health pros (and cons) of coconuts

Coconuts are incredibly versatile, conjuring tropical holiday vibes and adding sweetness and flavour to...

How to look after your health at 50 and beyond

Living well is important at any age, but experts say our health priorities can...

7 ways to manage chronic pain that don’t involve painkillers

Treating chronic pain can be tricky, especially when it comes to chronic primary pain....

Poor pelvic floor health affects most women – these are the exercises you need to do

It’s not a topic most women feel comfortable talking about. After all, who wants...

7 silent cancer symptoms everybody needs to know about

Finding a lump, abnormal bleeding, or losing weight for no reason are well-known possible...

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