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Nuffield Health's GP National Lead, Dr Unnati Desai shares her expertise on some of the more common conditions, myths and issues that often arise during the winter, and how to recognise, understand and treat them

Updated: Friday 2 December 2022

Published: Friday 2 December 2022

Careology, Nuffield Health’s partner in a pilot to provide patients undergoing cancer treatment with support through a new app, has won the award for ‘Excellence in Supporting Patients and Healthcare Teams’ at the Forward Healthcare Awards 2022.

Updated: Tuesday 29 November 2022

Published: Tuesday 29 November 2022

A change in season can have a big impact on our skin. As the temperature drops and the weather worsens a range of skin conditions can appear or be exacerbated. Understanding the effects of those changes and how you can combat them can help to ensure that your skin remains healthy all year round.

Updated: Friday 25 November 2022

Published: Friday 25 November 2022

Finding the motivation to exercise and change your lifestyle can be challenging. Discover how to reach your long-term fitness goals.

Updated: Thursday 24 November 2022

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

Contrary to popular belief, personal training isn’t about barking orders like a Drill Sergeant - it’s about breaking the barriers to help you achieve your personal goals. Here's five ways Personal Trainers can help you to win your fitness battles.

Updated: Thursday 24 November 2022

Published: Monday 10 September 2018

There's a lot of confusing terminology thrown around in the fitness industry. Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding breaks through the jargon to explain the definitions of the key training terms.

Updated: Thursday 24 November 2022

Published: Monday 4 January 2016

Back issues are extremely common. Research reveals that 4 in 5 adults (that’s 80%) experience the discomfort and distress of back pain at some point in their lifetime. Inactivity can make the muscles tighten up and the joints become stiff, so rest isn't always the best option. That’s why exercise is commonly advised as one of the best ways to help prevent and manage most back pain.

Updated: Wednesday 23 November 2022

Published: Thursday 12 November 2020

Men have a poor reputation looking after their own health. Here are five key health issues and the symptoms men can’t afford to ignore.

Updated: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Published: Monday 14 September 2015

Need motivation to get off the couch? Nuffield Health’s Head of Fitness, Chris Foster, gives six no nonsense reasons why you should get active, now.

Updated: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Published: Monday 7 September 2015

Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, has announced Elizabeth Robb OBE has joined its Board of Governors with effect from the start of October 2022.

Updated: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Published: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Men are then more likely to adopt a critical repair approach rather than a maintenance approach to health help seeking. It’s like running your car into the ground then going to the garage, rather than having regular services. Brendan Street discusses why men don’t take care of themselves as much as women, and what we can do about it.

Updated: Monday 14 November 2022

Published: Saturday 12 June 2021

Nuffield Health Sheffield's Primary Care Clinic, part of the wider Nuffield Health Charity, has achieved the highest possible ‘Outstanding’ rating for being ‘Well-led’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following an inspection in September 2022. The fitness and wellbeing facility was was visited by a CQC team of inspectors and regulation specialists with who scrutinised all areas of the clinic, rating it overall as ‘Good’ and highlighting the COVID-19 Rehabilitation Programme that has been co-developed with the NHS.

Updated: Wednesday 9 November 2022

Published: Wednesday 9 November 2022

Training for a marathon is a lengthy process and puts a lot of strain on your body. Sometimes following even the best laid plans can result in injury or pain. Matthew Piff, Regional Physiotherapy Lead, covers 5 of the most common marathon training and racing injuries and how you might be able to avoid them.

Updated: Wednesday 9 November 2022

Published: Wednesday 31 August 2022

We all experience stress at various points in our lives. Here's how to recognise it and build the resilience needed to face it.

Updated: Wednesday 9 November 2022

Published: Friday 8 July 2016

Feeling lonely is a normal human emotion and sign that we need social interaction, but it can be hard to talk about as it’s perceived to be a weakness. Brendan Street, Head of Emotional Wellbeing, discusses loneliness, mental health and how we can help support ourselves and each other.

Updated: Monday 7 November 2022

Published: Tuesday 22 December 2020

There is a clear gap in knowledge and support surrounding the menopause. Mental Health National Lead Gosia Bowling and Head of Charity Brendan Street discuss their pioneering educational research project with Manchester Metropolitan University that aims to increase visibility and change perceptions.

Updated: Friday 4 November 2022

Published: Friday 20 August 2021

The years leading up to the menopause can be a difficult time due to the hormonal changes that occur, but help is available. Dr Unnati Desai, National Lead for GP Services at Nuffield Health explains the main symptoms that could mean you’re experiencing perimenopause, and how to get support.

Updated: Friday 4 November 2022

Published: Friday 29 April 2016

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression or winter blues, is thought to affect 1 in 15 people in the UK. Gosia Bowling, Mental Health National Lead at Nuffield Health explains the symptoms and how to deal with them.

Updated: Friday 28 October 2022

Published: Friday 8 November 2019

Gosia Bowling, Prevention Lead Emotional Wellbeing at Nuffield Health, discusses five key things men should know about the menopause so they can better support their partners.

Updated: Thursday 27 October 2022

Published: Monday 28 October 2019

Train for your upcoming marathon with this programme from Personal Trainer Lloyd Anthony.

Updated: Thursday 27 October 2022

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016