Health and Fitness
Over 80% of people not saving for their care in old age
New research from specialist health insurer National Friendly, reveals that 84% of Brits are not putting any money aside to pay for care when they are elderly, further highlighting the severity of the escalating long term care issue.
All new ski-mojo set to revolutionise skiing
Probably the most important advance in ski technology since the parabolic (or Carving) ski – the all new 'ski-mojo' – will be unveiled at the Ski & Snowboard Show which takes place at Olympia in London from 20 to 24 October 2010.
Nearly half of UK population taking no exercise
As 2012 approaches, new research from Scottish Widows shows that the UK is far from a nation of Olympic wannabes. On average, people spend just 108 minutes each week keeping fit, taking part in just two (1.7) exercise sessions according to the inaugural Scottish Widows campaign to ‘Get The Nation Exercising'.
Stub it out for good
From chewing barley sugar to holding a pencil instead of a cigarette, there are lots of tried and tested methods for quitting smoking, but everyone responds to things differently and if this is the first or third time you have tried to quit, it can take a multitude of things to help you kick the habit for good.
Fun, fitness and relaxation at Barceló Hinckley Island Hotel
Do you need a ‘break’ from the norm? Go along to the Barcelo Hinckley Island Hotel from the 15th – 17th October for a weekend of fun, fitness and relaxation with fitness company, 3ness, from just £179 per person (including accommodation and meals).
Nationwide appeal launched for World Sight Day
How would you feel if you lost your sight simply because you didn’t have enough money to pay for sight-saving treatment or surgery? For 90% of the world’s blind living in developing countries, this is unfortunately the situation.
New study reveals our “sights of a lifetime”
Ultralase, the laser eye specialist, has conducted a unique study into exactly what our “sights of a lifetime” really are.
Insurancewith.com backs major cancer charity
Insurancewith.com, the specialist travel insurance broker for those suffering from cancer and genetic diseases, sponsored leading cancer charity Fighting All Cancer Together (FACT’s) first major awareness day at Newcastle’s Metro Centre.
Brits delaying healthcare treatment due to cost
Almost 80 per cent of Britons are worried about the cost of healthcare and many are postponing or cancelling treatment as a result, research revealed today.
Insurepink customers help fight cancer
Insurepink, a leading insurance brand from brokers Hastings Direct, is raising just over £1,500 a week for breast cancer charities in the UK.
Charles Church makes 'Dreams Come True' for sick children
Dreams Come True, a charity which brings joy to terminally and seriously ill children by fulfilling their dreams, has announced its largest corporate partner, luxury homebuilder Charles Church, has raised in excess of £600,000 for the organisation.
Get on your bike to beat the strike
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) are encouraging commuters in the city to turn to cycling as an alternative to taking public transport.
Record number of centenarians in UK
More people than ever are on the Queen's birthday card list, as the number of people living to 100 years old in UK reached a record high.
Strictly stylish dance deals
With the 8th sparkling series of Strictly Come Dancing starting this Saturday, foxtrot fever is rapidly rising as celebrities - including Ann Widdecombe, Felicity Kendal, and Gavin Henson – attempt to Cha-Cha-Cha their way to the top.
Leeds BS supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Leeds Building Society is delighted to support Breast Cancer Campaign by selling pink ribbon pin badges throughout October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.