Shingles is a painful skin condition that can affect anyone who has had chickenpox in the past. In England and Wales alone, more than 50,000 cases of shingles occur each…
Travelling abroad brings many joys but also risks. One growing concern is chikungunya. According to the World Health Organisation, 119 countries and territories had reported local transmission of chikungunya virus…
Planning a trip abroad can be exciting, but it also means thinking about your health. The World Health Organisation estimates there are between 84,000 and 170,000 severe cases of yellow…
Obesity is a constantly growing health concern in the UK—recent data shows that 29 per cent of adults in England are living with obesity, and 64 per cent are either…
Ear problems are more widespread in the UK than many realise. According to NICE, about 41.7% of people aged over 50 in the UK have hearing loss, and this rises…
Coughing, sneezing and a blocked nose can make you feel miserable, but how do you know if you are dealing with a common cold or something more like a sinus…