Involuntary movements like a tremor can feel embarrassing or trigger anxiety, and many people choose to hide them out of fear of how others might perceive them – an experience Canadian-American actor Michael J. Fox and Coronation Street actor Rob Mallard have both publicly spoken out about and know too well. However, seeking professional help … Read more
Involuntary movements like a tremor can feel embarrassing or trigger anxiety, and many people choose to hide them out of fear of how others might perceive them – an experience Canadian-American actor Michael J. Fox and Coronation Street actor Rob Mallard have both publicly spoken out about and know too well. However, seeking professional help … Read more
As the seasons begin to change, many people have welcomed the clear blue skies and blooming flowers. However, others might be focusing more on the impact spring has started to have on their lungs. We spoke to Karen Spillett, deputy head of health advice at the charity Asthma + Lung UK, who explained how this … Read more
Everyone has the occasional bad night’s sleep, but when could persistent tossing and turning in bed point to something more serious like insomnia? We spoke to Jason Ellis, professor in psychology at Northumbria University and director of the Northumbria Centre for Sleep Research, who highlighted some key warning signs to look out for and suggested … Read more
We all deal with varying levels of stress in our daily lives, but at what point does that stress turn into burnout? With Stress Awareness Month (April) approaching, we spoke to experts to better understand what burnout really means and the five key ways it can affect the brain. They also shared some useful tips … Read more
Talking about bowel movements is still often viewed as a taboo for many people, but letting a doctor know about any unusual changes is crucial to spotting anything serious early. Despite bowel cancer being one of the most common forms of cancer in the UK, many people do not know much about the signs and … Read more
Talking about bowel movements is still often viewed as a taboo for many people, but letting a doctor know about any unusual changes is crucial to spotting anything serious early. Despite bowel cancer being one of the most common forms of cancer in the UK, many people do not know much about the signs and … Read more
Hearing loss often creeps in gradually, making it easy to overlook. However, experts have highlighted the importance of being vigilant about some of the more subtle and early red flags. RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf People), the charity supporting those who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus, is encouraging people to prioritise their … Read more
While many people are familiar with mammograms and smear tests, prostate screening is talked about far less. To shed light on this important subject ahead of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in March, we spoke with Mr Wissam Abou-Chedid, consultant urological and robotic surgeon at Nuffield Health in Woking, Guildford, and Parkside in London, who helped … Read more
Selecting your first hearing aid is a significant step, and finding the right device can make a remarkable difference to your daily life. With so many options available, the variety can quickly feel daunting. To help simplify the process, we spoke with experts about what different hearing aid styles are currently on the market, and … Read more