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A dislocated kneecap is a common injury, so it’s good to know what to do if you experience it. Tim Spalding, Specialist Knee Surgeon, explains how to tell if you’ve got a dislocated kneecap, why you might get one, and how to treat it.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 January 2020

With no waiting lists, Wendy was able to get rapid treatment for her varicose veins. Follow her journey with this interactive timeline and see just how quickly she was back to her best.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 15 August 2016

It’s perfectly normal to want fresh, rejuvenated, and youthful skin. Unfortunately, certain products and treatments can do more harm than good in the long run.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 27 July 2015

Osteoporosis is often called the 'silent disease' and usually has no symptoms - that is, until you break or fracture a bone. Bone density scanning can calculate your risk in minutes. Here, we follow patient Sally Wood as she takes the test.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 19 October 2015

Mr Ewan Bigsby, Consultant Orthopaedic surgeon at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, guides you through the most common hand conditions, how to spot the signs and your treatment options.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 25 October 2019

Understanding how to properly check your testicles for lumps is something every man should know how to do. Getting to know their unique size and shape makes spotting abnormalities like lumps and areas of swelling easier.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 15 May 2024

After years of debate, the jury’s still out on whether the prostate specific-antigen (PSA) test does more harm than good for men. Dr Davina Deniszczyc, Medical Executive Director of Nuffield Health, looks at the pros and cons.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 6 April 2016

All men are born with a prostate, but many of us aren’t sure what it does and how it works. Because of its location and function, it can be difficult to detect problems like prostate enlargement or prostate cancer early on, especially in older men.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 May 2024

It’s never easy to tell someone they've got cancer, but for Consultant Urologists like Mr John Donohue, the burden might be lightened if men knew more about what to expect. As we explore in this article, in most cases, there’s plenty of time to decide what your next steps will look like.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 16 November 2015

Too embarrassed to get your prostate checked? Unsure of what to expect from a rectal examination? Mr Gareth Brown, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Nuffield Health Cardiff & Vale Hospital, explains why it's well worth a few awkward moments.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 23 November 2015

Professional Head of Mammography Sue Oliver and Medical Director Dr Davina Deniszczyc provide a thorough guide to checking your breasts.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

Large and heavy breasts can be a big problem for some women. Here are six signs you should do something about them.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 12 December 2016

Prepare for home life after breast surgery with tips from those who've done it before.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 21 March 2019

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans can be a little daunting, especially if you’re claustrophobic. Here, real patients who’ve had an MRI scan share their tips and experience.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 4 September 2017

Injuring yourself on the mountain can be a scary and frustrating time. Nuffield Health Senior Physiotherapist Andrew Letheren offers some sage advice for what to do if you take a tumble on the slopes.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 9 November 2015

Seeing someone panic because there’s something lodged in their airway can be alarming, but knowing what to do in this situation is one of the most valuable skills a first aider can know. Keep reading to learn how choking happens and how to respond quickly as a first aider.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Having a mammogram doesn't have to be a daunting experience. Nuffield Health's Professional Head of Mammography and Laser Safety, Sue Oliver, walks us through the exam.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 14 January 2016

Ovarian cancer is notoriously difficult to diagnose, but there are symptoms to watch out for.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 19 March 2019

Worried about how people might react to your new look after cosmetic surgery? Here are eight helpful tips on how to step back into the world with confidence.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 12 December 2016

Cataracts, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration are the conditions most likely to affect your vision. Here's how we treat, prevent and manage the three thieves of sight.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 21 June 2017