Health News

Genetic factors contribute to 30% of bowel cancer cases so more needs to be done to highlight this
26 March 2014

Bowel Cancer UK calls for better services for those at higher risk

Leading charity, Bowel Cancer UK wants to highlight that more and better services need to be in place...
Do you feel embarrassed by eczema?
26 March 2014

Majority of women embarrassed by eczema

New research shows that women are left feeling embarrassed and depressed by their eczema, but are they doing...
Dementia could be kick-started as young as 18
26 March 2014

Dementia may be affected by your fitness and IQ at 18

New research shows that at 18 our fitness and IQ could affect the early on-set of dementia
Sex on Female First
25 March 2014

Ending the stigma around emergency contraception

Dr Patricia Lohr from the British Pregnancy Advice Service gives the latest advice on emergency contraception...
Binky Felstead is giving up caffeine for 10 days
24 March 2014

Binky Felstead quits caffeine

Binky Felstead has given up caffeine for 10 days to test her willpower and help break her habit
The change in clocks affects our sleep quality
24 March 2014

Quality of sleep drops once we change the clocks

New research shows that our quality of sleep is affected up to 10% once we change the clocks, and here we have...
Exercising regularly hosts many health benefits
23 March 2014

Regular exercise reduces breast cancer risk regardless of age

New research shows that it doesn't matter whether you're young or old, regular exercise will cut your risk...
Do you think we'll ever see the back of cigarettes?
22 March 2014

The future of smoking

Where do you predict smoking will end up in the future? Research suggests people are choosing e-cigarettes to...
Cheryl Cole battled malaria four years ago
21 March 2014

Cheryl Cole speaks about her fight against malaria

In a bid to raise awareness for Sport Relief, Cheryl Cole has spoken about her fight against malaria to help...
Have you taken part in the selfie campaign?
21 March 2014

Selfie app launched to bring awareness to cervical cancer

A selfie app has been launched to encourage the Jade Goody effect on cervical cancer, as the no make-up selfie...
It's International Day of Happiness, make yourself smile
20 March 2014

Boost your happiness with these tips

It's International Day of Happiness so we're providing you with some top tips to ensure you lead a healthy and...
Health on Female First
19 March 2014

Breast cancer charities unite to support people with secondary breast cancer

Secondary breast cancer cannot be cured, and two leading charities are urging for improvement...
Gemma Oaten speaks out about her own eating disorder
19 March 2014

Actress Gemma Oaten discusses her struggle with an eating disorder

It's been a long, hard struggle of 21 years for Gemma Oaten's eating disorder, here she talks us...
Just 20 minutes of a exercise a day could help reduce the risk of flu
18 March 2014

Exercise could help ward off the flu

New research shows that 20 minutes of high intensity exercise on a daily basis could help reduce the risk of...
Are you taking care of your heart?
17 March 2014

Heart disease ranked the biggest health concern for over 45s

New research shows that heart disease is ranked the biggest health concern for the over 45s, yet they still...
Don't blame your morning coffee on your dehydration
17 March 2014

Busting the myth of coffee and dehydration

The British Coffee Association is addressing the common misconception that because caffeine is a mild diuretic,...
Could a last minute holiday result in you getting sick?
16 March 2014

Brits risking health for last-minute holidays

New research shows that Brits aren't protecting themselves properly when they're on holiday because they're...
Are you getting enough sleep?
14 March 2014

Is sleep apnoea affecting your life?

As we struggle to get enough sleep on a nightly basis, could an underlying health problem be the issue? Is...
Health on Female First
14 March 2014

World Sleep Day: Top tips for a great night's sleep

Ensure you get a good night's sleep on World Sleep Day, and forever with these top tips
Are you eating too much salt?
13 March 2014

National Salt Awareness Week: Less salt please

Less Salt Please is the message given during this National Salt Awareness Week, but what effect is having too...
Would you prefer to speak to a doctor about an illness?
13 March 2014

Google more trusted than doctors for diagnosis

New research shows that a fifth of Brits are more inclined to trust Google than their doctor for a health...
Have you got the will to quit smoking for good?
12 March 2014

Smokers think more about quitting than they do sex

New research reveals that smokers are thinking more about quitting than they do sex or even their partner, so...
Do you struggle to sleep due to pain in the back and neck?
12 March 2014

Neck and back pain affecting our sleep

New research reveals that neck and back pain is affecting our sleep
Will you be taking part in Race for Life this year?
11 March 2014

Race for Life celebrates 20 years this summer

Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life celebrates 20 years and once again they are encouraging women to walk, run...