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Stop ignoring the snoring... ladies

Stop ignoring the snoring... ladies

Snoring is more commonly associated with ageing men, so some may be surprised to hear it’s thought that up to 40% of women suffer from the condition to.

Preparation brings peace of mind to those with dementia and their loved ones

Around 40 per cent of the UK population are affected by dementia or Alzheimer’s – whether that be personally or by having a close friend or family member live with the condition.

Just what the dogtor ordered

They say a problem shared is a problem halved, and when there's something on your mind it's normally friends and family who are called on first to lend a sympathetic ear.

Watch out on Wednesdays in June if you want to avoid injury

Wednesdays in June are the time when Brits are most likely to sustain an injury according to new research by personal injury law specialists First4lawyers.

Queen's Diamond Jubilee send spirits soaring for over 50s

The mood and wellbeing of Britain's over 50s soared after the Queen's diamond jubilee celebrations, lifting them out of one of their worst depressions for years, according to Saga's Quality of Life Index.

Busy Brits addicted to work

Thousands of British workers are failing to use all their holiday entitlement as they feel too pressured at work to take time off.

Festival fever is upon us

Festival fever is upon us

Festival fever is hyping up with summer 2012 jammed packed with a festival line up that is guaranteed to attract the crowds, from V Festival, Isle of Wight, Reading and Leeds.

The success premium of the perfect smile

More than half of Brits believe that the quality of a person's teeth has a major impact on a person's career or romantic life, yet only half of us visit the dentist regularly, according to healthcare group Bupa.

Helping hand for eczema sufferers

Dr Linda Papadopoulos is helping to highlight the psychological impact of hand eczema following new research into the condition, which may affect up to 6 million people in the UK.

What to do if you are having problems at work?

Having trouble with your employers can have serious effects on your confidence, productivity and general level of happiness. If you are having problems with your employer it is vital that you try and sort it out verbally first.

Tips on staying healthy this summer

The last thing anyone wants on their summer holiday is to get ill. But in the lead up to a holiday, it can be easy to spend more time thinking about the latest season's fashion, getting the best exchange rate or making sure that the pets will be well looked after.

Aviva encourages nation to get healthy with new Facebook app

Aviva is encouraging people to take control of their health with the launch of Aviva Health 100, a new Facebook app which rates users' health and allows them to compare scores with friends and family.

Vitamin D the sunshine vitamin

As the sun makes a welcome return, the National Osteoporosis Society today launches its fifth Sunlight Campaign to remind people across the UK to get outside for a few minutes every day between May and September to keep their vitamin D levels topped up.

Hayfever: A natural remedy

Hayfever: A natural remedy

While some of us are feeling a spring in our step as the weather gradually gets warmer, others are approaching the spring/summer season with dread.

Gluten sensitivity: Are you suffering?

Gluten sensitivity: Are you suffering?

Do you experience bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea or headaches? If you answered yes, then you could be one of millions potentially affected by gluten sensitivity and you may benefit from a gluten free diet.