Health

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Do you need to change your skincare routine during the menopause?

The menopause has gone well and truly mainstream in recent years, transforming a taboo...

Going to Work on an Egg!

The British Egg Marketing Board launched a campaign during the 50s and 60s promoting...

6 easy ways to boost your mental health in 10 minutes

Sometimes, when a dark cloud descends on your day you need a quick fix...

Cancer death risk higher in people with type 2 diabetes – how to prevent it

People with type 2 diabetes are twice as likely to die from certain cancers,...

What are the benefits of flaxseed?

If you have never heard of flaxseed where have you been? Over the past...

The best houseplants to boost your wellbeing

It’s no surprise plants can cheer us up in the winter months. New research...

This is how exercise can boost your brain power

We all know that exercise is good for our physical health, and in recent...

Get portion-wise: A handy guide to making sure you’re not eating too much

A healthy balanced diet isn’t just about what you eat, it’s about portion size...

How often should you clean and replace your mattress?

Is there anything better than getting into a comfy bed at the end of...

4 of the best podcasts for midlife, menopause and beyond

If, like me, you haven’t yet discovered the world of podcasts then you’re in...

What is raisin meditation?

A great way to train to do this is through a mindfulness exercise called...

Six easy ways to lose weight after 50

For many people, losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight can become harder as...

What are the health benefits of apple cider vinegar?

Drizzled onto salad or diluted into lemon water, apple cider vinegar (ACV) has become...

New ‘revolutionary’ medical device treats erectile dysfunction at home

A ‘BREAKTHROUGH’ innovative home-use device to treat erectile dysfunction which uses radiofrequency technology is...

4 weight loss myths we all need to stop believing

Chances are, many of us will be starting 2023 with the goal of losing...

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