December - 2018

Minority take up 'life-saving' free health check

Fewer than half of people eligible for a NHS health check in England have taken up the offer, despite it being free to everyone over 40....

The simple tips to improve your health

If you are contemplating a new year's health kick, you could be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed. Do yoga, run, lift weights,...

Why are more boys than girls born every single year?

Every year, there are always more baby boys than girls born in England and Wales. Fact. Why? Since records began in 1838, the cries of...

Banning sweets at supermarket checkouts 'works'

Banning sweets, chocolate and crisps at supermarket checkouts appears to stop unhealthy impulse buying by shoppers, a large UK study...

Teething gels to be taken off supermarket shelves

Teething gels for infants that contain an anaesthetic will no longer be sold in supermarkets and high street shops. Those containing...

Push for more take-up of flu vaccine before Christmas

Public Health England (PHE) is urging pregnant women and those over 65 to get the flu jab, after a fall in take-up compared to this time...

One in three children 'not active enough', finds sport survey

One in three children in England does fewer than 30 minutes of physical activity a day - half the amount recommended by government...

Mental health checks for new fathers

Partners of new and expectant mothers who have depression or anxiety will be offered a mental health check in an initiative being...

Singing 'no riskier than talking' for virus spread

More coronavirus-vaccine volunteers needed

Breast screening women in their 40s 'could save lives'

Cosmetic surgery booms 'after self-conscious workers stare at themselves on Zoom'

Most people in England to be offered flu vaccine

Patients will be prescribed walks in the great outdoors on the NHS

19 July: England Covid restrictions ease as PM urges caution

'Dangerous' home teeth-whitening kits sold online

Know the signs: How men can check their testicles for cancer

Face masks ease allergies by 'lowering the burden' of inhaled pollen, spores and dust, study suggest

Natural sounds reduce pain, ease stress and boost mood, study suggests

Don't delay mammogram after coronavirus vaccine, urges charity

Twins peak with more born than ever before

Gut bacteria influence how long we live, study suggests

Five-a-day should be two fruits and three vegetables to maximise life expectancy, study suggests

Gabby Logan: 'Involve men in menopause discussion'

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