Health and Fitness
New app to help back pain sufferers
The Simplyhealth Back Care app, found in the Apple Store and Google Play will provide users with tips and advice on how to maintain a healthy back as well as offering suggested exercises for people already suffering with back pain.
World champion cyclist backs the nation’s heart charity
Team GB Track and Road cyclist Andy Tennant is encouraging cyclists in the North West to get on their bikes this September and pedal for pounds for the British Heart Foundation – a cause close to his heart.
Cell study offers more diabetic patients chance of transplant
Diabetic patients could benefit from a breakthrough that enables scientists to take cells from the pancreas and change their function to produce insulin.
More than your average cuppa
Health food experts Natur Boutique have launched a new range of teas that are set to stir up excitement amongst the health conscious as they hit shop shelves this month.
‘Middle age’ now begins at 53
Brits don’t actually hit ‘middle age’ until they turn 53, research has shown. A lifestyle study of 2,000 men and women found attitudes towards hitting the middle of our years are rapidly changing.
The strange nocturnal habits of a nation revealed
Millions of us are being kept awake by the strange nocturnal habits of our other halves a new study has revealed.
Run for the Future saved my life
A retired engineer who was diagnosed with prostate cancer after having a free PSA blood test at a Bristol charity event, is urging men not to ignore the warning signs.
Children of obese mothers face risk of early death
Children born to obese mothers are more likely to die early as adults than those whose mothers were a normal weight, a study has found.
Harness the power of hedgerows this winter
Rosehips are a common sight in British hedgerows, adding a splash of colour to Autumnal walks.
Builders are the nation’s healthiest workers - nurses surprisingly suffer
Britain’s builders are the healthiest workers in the country, according to new research. The surprising findings emerged in a study of 2,000 employees, which analysed the food choices, lifestyle habits, fitness levels and working environments of people across a wide range of sectors.
Dengue Fever on the rise
Holidaymakers and travellers are being advised to take extra precautions to protect against insect bites, following a three-fold increase in cases of Denge Fever since January 2013.
Over 50s walk their dogs to the moon and back 63 times in a week
Come rain or shine, dog owners will be walking their dogs at the crack of dawn and last thing at night, and the over 50s are no exception.
Pensioners face worsening health in first five years of retirement
For millions of Britain's retirees, the first five ‘golden years' bring life changes, which can impact their financial circumstances, or alter the most suitable way of structuring their retirement income, according to research from retirement specialist LV=.
Brits a nation of exercise excuse makers
New research shows the nation needs to lighten up when it comes to exercise, with over a third of us (33%) admitting we take it too seriously, and nearly two thirds (62%) coming up with weekly excuses to avoid it completely.
TomTom Runner and Multi-Sport GPS watches launched
TomTom has announced the availability and pricing for its new range of GPS watches that deliver at-a-glance performance information for runners, cyclists and swimmers.