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Knee strengthening exercises
Knee pain is a very common issue. In a single year in the UK, around three in every 100 people see their GP for knee pain.
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Why water is vital for your health and how to stay hydrated
Staying hydrated by drinking enough water every day is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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How to get the most out of cycling: preparation and recovery
Regular cycling is a low-impact way to exercise your whole body, especially if you struggle with weight-bearing exercise.
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Sore throat, strep throat or tonsillitis: what’s the difference?
When you have a sore throat, the lining of the inside of your throat is inflamed or swollen.
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Blocked nose: what causes nasal congestion and how is it treated?
Most people experience nasal congestion, commonly referred to as a blocked nose.
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How sleep deprivation affects your body and health
Sleep deprivation refers to not getting enough good quality sleep.
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Managing obstructive sleep apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a condition that affects your breathing while you sleep.
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Five ways to improve your balance
Balance problems are often associated with old age. However, your balance can start to deteriorate as early as your 30s.
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Why regular exercise is vital for your health
Regular exercise is good for you both physically and mentally.
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What is private healthcare?
Introduction to what private healthcare and treatment is.
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Genital herpes
Genital herpes is caused by infection with a virus called herpes simplex virus (HSV).
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What you need to know about chlamydia
Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the UK and affects both sexes.
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Seven ways to treat varicose veins
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that most commonly occur in the lower legs.
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Why am I feeling dizzy? Symptoms and causes explained
Dizziness is a fairly common symptom that usually isn’t caused by anything serious.
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Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
Social anxiety disorder is a common mental health condition that affects all ages but often first develops during the teenage years.
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How menopause affects your mental health and wellbeing
Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life when the ovaries stop working completely.
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Ask the expert: what is thyroid eye disease?
Thyroid eye disease (TED) damages the eye sockets and, in most cases, occurs in individuals with Graves’ disease.
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Hearing loss: what you need to know
Losing your hearing can have a big impact on your life. Some people experience gradual hearing loss without realising it.
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