Health and Fitness
How to keep up a yoga practice when travelling
We all know too well how trains, planes, delays, airport lounges, small hotel rooms and being constantly on the move can play havoc with your practice!
Pharmacists could save the NHS £1billion by treating common ailments
New research from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) shows that common ailments such as coughs and sore throats cost the NHS an extra £1.1 billion a year when patients are treated at A&E or GP surgeries rather than at community pharmacies.
Nature's answer to winter's aches and pains
As the cold weather sets in so to do joint aches, pains and stiffness. Studies have shown however that we might be able to find relief from these winter ailments in the form of a simple hedgerow fruit.
New cancer drug to begin trials in multiple myeloma patients
Scientists at Imperial College London have developed a new cancer drug which they plan to trial in multiple myeloma patients by the end of next year.
One in five Brits say they don't feel fit enough to exercise with other people
Whilst the importance of exercise is often cast in the spotlight, it seems that many Brits are reluctant to lace up their trainers as they fear exposing their low-fitness levels.
Over 90% of over-65s have made no plans for care but many want to understand their financial options
With care very much on the agenda this week, Partnership reveals that the vast majority of over-65s have not spoken to their families about the potential need for care and are confused around their financial options.
Suffering in silence: The truth about mental health in the workplace
The shocking truth about mental health in the workplace has been revealed by research carried out on behalf of pensions and insurance provider Friends Life.
Quit smoking in ‘Stoptober’ to feel healthier and wealthier
Stoptober 2014 is in full swing and analysis from MoneySuperMarket reveals smokers who take up the challenge to kick the habit will benefit from healthier bodies and bank balances.
Seasonal health and beauty
Autumn means hedgerow fruits come into season as blackberries, sloes and damsons add colour and flavour to our countryside. The change of seasons isn’t all good though as it also brings rain, wind and dropping temperatures, meaning our skin and immune systems face a host of challenges.
‘Hidden problem’ of sibling bullying linked with later mental health disorders
A new study has found that children who revealed they had been bullied by their brothers or sisters several times a week or more during early adolescence were twice as likely to report being clinically depressed as young adults.
Runners in Worcester 10k helped on their way by Taylor Wimpey
Leading local housebuilder Taylor Wimpey was on hand to offer vital support at Worcester’s inaugural 10k race.
Modest effect of statins on diabetes risk and bodyweight related to mechanism of action
The mechanism by which statins increase the risk of type 2 diabetes has been investigated in a large-scale analysis from an international team led by researchers from UCL and the University of Glasgow, using information from genetic studies and clinical trials.
South West health club teams up with timber merchant to create region's toughest boot camp
The South West’s leading independent health club has teamed up with a local timber merchant to produce arguably one of the toughest boot camp courses anywhere in the region.
Smokers reveal quitting smoking will give them the same sense of achievement as buying their first home
Giving up smoking is as big an achievement as buying a home or getting married, according to new research released by Boots UK, to coincide with the launch of Stoptober.
Study highlights preferred treatment for varicose veins
A study led by researchers from the University of Aberdeen which compared different treatments for varicose veins has found that laser treatment is the preferred treatment.