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Myths, taboos and ignorance remain an issue in many areas of health. Great progress has been made in breaking the stigma and building awareness around men's health and related pelvic floor issues read more about Pelvic Floor Health For Men: Myths, Taboos And You
There are so many myths surrounding weight-loss that it's often hard to know when the advice you're being given is medically sound or if it's just another fad. We spoke to Professor Sanjay Purkayastha, Consultant General Surgeon at King Edward VII's Hospital with a specialist interest in Bariatric & Upper GI Surgery to get advice on loosing weight safely. read more about Losing weight safely: advice from a bariatric surgeon
As we journey through life, crossing the milestone of 50 brings about a new chapter in our health and wellness journey. With age, the body undergoes various changes, making certain health checks and screenings more vital than ev read more about Essential Health Checks For The Over-50s
Do you think you may have a hernia? You’re not alone; hernias are very common. Over five million people get diagnosed with a hernia every year. Learn more about what a hernia is, diagnosing a hernia, and the next steps to treating your hernia. read more about Understanding Inguinal Hernia
Everyone experiences heartburn from time to time, a condition causes a burning in the throat and leaves a bad taste in the mouth. What’s more, new research has shown that around three in 10 people in Europe and US suffer from heartburn chronically, known as GORD (Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease). read more about Tips for avoiding acid reflux (heartburn) at Christmas
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease or are experiencing the symptoms of IBD, you be worried about how it can affect your sex life. read more about How Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can affect your sexual health
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are a common but uncomfortable ailment that affects millions of people worldwide each year. They are particularly prevalent among women, with more than half experiencing at least one UTI in their lifetime. While UTIs are typically treatable, their recurrent nature can lead to discomfort and frustration, highlighting the crucial need for effective preventative measures. read more about How to prevent a UTI: 19 Do’s and Don’ts
As the sun starts to come out, it’s important to get into good habits when it comes to skin care. We spoke to Dr Catherine Borysiewicz, Consultant Dermatologist at King Edward VII’s Hospital, for top tips on staying safe in the sun. read more about Top tips from Dermatologists for Summer Skin
Although exercise such as running is great for your health, both mentally and physically, in the hotter weather running can be harder on the body and can sometimes even be dangerous. read more about Should you run in the heat?
Knee pain can be caused by a number of different factors including sprains and strains, tendonitis, a torn ligament or cartilage damage. read more about 9 things you could be doing that will make your knee pain worse