Health
How to smoke without being a social pariah
Ever since the smoking ban, people have looked down on committed smokers with disdain. Smoking is seen as an anti-social, unhealthy activity and smokers have been pushed into segregated corners as it’s no longer allowed in public places.
Truthfulness and realism in prognosis for better recovery
We tend to trust doctors more than any other professional. They look after us when we are sick and provide the advice and treatment necessary to aid recovery.
Breath easy, sleep easy with Olbas for Children
When a child has a nasty cold or the flu, not only do they feel under the weather, but a blocked nose also prevents them from having a good night’s sleep.
Two-thirds of married women over fifty are satisfied with their sex lives
According to new research, women become more satisfied with their sex lives as they get older - even though they have less sex - yet as men get older, they become less satisfied.
When can I claim compensation after being injured?
If you have suffered an injury or illness through any type of accident that was not your fault then you may have a basis for a compensation claim.
3 in 4 of those in debt say money worries are harming their health
Debt problems are affecting almost every aspect of people's lives, having a damaging impact on their work and home lives, family relationships and health, according to the results of a new Citizens Advice survey.
Top tips to stop a dental disaster this Christmas
Food plays a big part in our Christmas celebrations, adding excitement and an excuse to eat our favourite treats!
Bringing the outdoors in
According to researchers we’re not getting enough of the sunshine vitamin, Vitamin D. Given the winter weather in the UK, combined with ever growing hours sat at desks and in front of TVs it’s not surprising.
Over half the nation hit by ‘Stop & Drop’ Syndrome
If you have finished work to start a holiday and then immediately become ill, you have probably suffered from the ‘Stop & Drop’ Syndrome.
Children's doctors warn of rising vitamin D deficiency in children
Widely available and low-cost vitamin D supplements, fortification of foods, greater knowledge amongst healthcare professionals and better public awareness are amongst the steps needed to tackle the growing incidence of vitamin D deficiency amongst the UK population, according to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).
Eyes can be deceiving
Whether on a first date or at an interview, 55 per cent of communication occurs without words, so your body language and the signs you give off can make a vital lasting impression.
Survive the Christmas snore
One in four of us now sleep in a separate bedroom to our partners, with snoring being blamed as one of the major causes for the move.
Delivering stem cells by post means more effective global treatment
Findings from a new University of Reading study could lead to cheaper, wider and more effective stem cell research and treatment of disease.
BMI offers targeted treatment for sufferers of chronic back and neck pain
Thousands of people across the UK who suffer from back and neck pain, caused as a result of spinal nerve root irritation, could benefit from a new non-surgical treatment available at BMI Fitzroy Square Hospital’s newly launched spinal clinic, part of the hospital’s pain service.
Paralympic hero helps launch new London physiotherapy department
Sarah Storey OBE, the multiple Paralympic Gold medallist, this week returned to east London to help launch BMI The London Independent Hospital’s new physiotherapy department.