Health and Fitness
3 Cards That Save Lives
Imagine what could happen if you had an accident or serious illness and your medical history was not available. The wrong drugs could be given, or vital health conditions overlooked, and important symptoms may be misinterpreted or ignored.
HRT - it's decision time!
“HRT or No HRT?” is a question asked by thousands of women every day in the UK. Taking HRT has many pros and cons, and what is right for one woman may not be right for the next. All women need to speak to their GP to make an informed choice, and this usually involves doing some research into their own medical history and family background.
The Doctor Will See You Now - NHS GP Access Improves
NHS patients are experiencing shorter waits to see a family doctor, according to the results of a major, independent survey into GP services, published today by the Department of Health. The results show that nine out of ten NHS patients have the opportunity to see their GP within 48 hours.
World Cancer Day Marks Launch of World Cancer Campaign
It is an amazing statistic: 43 percent of cancer cases can be prevented through healthy lifestyles established in childhood. The World Cancer Campaign - "Today's Children, Tomorrow's World" - underscores prevention by sharing knowledge about lifestyle behaviours.
Trans Fats – Otherwise Known As Hidden Killers
The mountain of recent research published on trans fats has demonstrated the severity of introducing trans fats into one’s diet as trans fats harm your body by increasing the risk of heart disease.
Changing Your Diet Can Prevent Diabetes
The epidemic of type 2 diabetes is growing, forcing an enormous burden on health care worldwide. The British Medical Journal (BMJ) stresses that the number of people with type 2 diabetes is estimated to double to 300 million by 2025.
Healthy & Hearty Valentines Meal Ideas
Nothing says “I love you” better than a meal you’ve cooked yourself, so celebrate Valentine’s Day by heading to the kitchen and cooking your loved one something special with Tenderstem broccoli – the quickest way to his or her heart.
Bring A Highlight To Your Day
If you think the New Year has to be all about giving up your sweet treats to lose those few extra pounds then you can definitely think again, thanks to Cadbury. Now you can literally have your cake and eat it, as the new Highlights Cake Bars give you all the great taste you’ve come to expect from the nation’s favourite chocolate but with lower fat and fewer calories!
NHS To Recover £150 Million In Insurance Claims
New rules allowing the NHS to claim back money for treating people who have been paid personal injury compensation could see more than £150 million being put back into patient care, Andy Burnham announced today.
Drug Treatment Funding Boosted Again
Funding for drug treatment services is set to increase as the Government looks to build on the progress made in getting people into treatment over the last few years.
Government Programme Aims to Help Kids Beat the Bulge
Children at schools in deprived areas are to be given pedometers as part of a £494,000 project to motivate inactive children to become fitter. Public Health Minister Caroline Flint has launched the National School Pedometer Programme, which will see 250 schools in deprived areas across the country be given 45,000 pedometers, to encourage children to become more active.
Eat in Colour Campaign
Today a new three-year campaign is being launched to banish the brown and put much-needed colour back into the nation’s shopping baskets. While other campaigns seek to preach to the nation about what they should be doing, Eat in Colour is the first campaign clearly focused on helping people to find practical, quick and easy ways to achieve a healthier diet every day.
Ski Holiday Health Essentials
With families and friends gearing up for this season’s ski trip, are Britain’s ski-goers prepared for a safe and successful snow holiday? The following products can help you to stay healthy on the slopes and aid recovery, for an enjoyable ski holiday.
Most Depressing Week Of The Year For SAD People
With experts assessing which date next week is the most depressing day of the year, one thing is certain, it looks set to be a difficult week for the thousands who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Detoxing Body & Mind With Amazon
Sales on Amazon.co.uk are showing that the ever-popular race to lose weight and eat more healthily has been superseded by more innovative ways of detoxing. The New Year has begun and Amazon.co.uk customers are following the "New Year New You" mantra as the post-Christmas rush for self-improvement begins.