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Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, and Icon Group, Australia’s largest specialist oncology services provider, have agreed a strategic partnership to deliver oncology services in the UK.

Updated: Monday 21 August 2023

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital has taken delivery of a Mako® robot, which enables consultant surgeons to carry out more precise knee and hip replacements, with patients likely to experience less pain and faster recoveries after the robot assisted surgery.

Updated: Monday 21 August 2023

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Do you know your vinyasa from your savasana? Sam Graham breaks down some common yoga terms you may hear in a class.

Updated: Friday 18 August 2023

Published: Friday 18 August 2023

Chronic pain can make it feel like life may never be “good” or “normal” again. Whether it’s joint pain, arthritis or the long-term discomfort associated with a diagnosed health condition, chronic pain is ever present for millions of people.

Updated: Thursday 17 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

Andrew got back to doing what he loves, just three months after hip replacement surgery at Nuffield Health Leicester. Now he's feeling the same pain in his other hip, he knows exactly where to go for his second hip replacement.

Updated: Wednesday 16 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 15 August 2023

Everyone has different pain tolerance levels, but if you're experiencing mild musculoskeletal pain, try practicing these natural techniques to improve how your body copes, without using painkillers.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

Is a bad knee getting in the way of the things you love? Mr Peter Gallacher, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Nuffield Health Shrewsbury Hospital, reveals four signs you may need a new one.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2023

Published: Friday 5 February 2016

Weightlifting is a great way to improve fitness and build muscle, but bad form and poor fundamentals can mean you end up doing more harm than good. This is particularly common with beginners.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2023

Published: Thursday 10 August 2023

Nuffield Health, the UK's largest healthcare charity, has announced the appointment of two experienced non-executive directors to its board. The appointments of Tracey Killen and Lee Rochford will further bolster the board’s range of experience and expertise.

Updated: Wednesday 9 August 2023

Published: Wednesday 9 August 2023

The menstrual cycle encompasses far more than just a period. Whether you’re interested in learning more about your own cycle, or your child has recently gotten their first period, you’re in the right place. Dispelling common myths about menstruation and the female cycle helps us all understand the ‘time of the month’ as part of a bigger picture. Senior physiotherapist Hazel Eatwell provides a detailed insight into the menstrual cycle.

Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Published: Thursday 27 July 2023

The great thing about running is that it’s incredibly accessible and easy to get into. It’s a great way to keep fit and there’s no real need for any serious investment to get you started. While almost anyone can do it, it can be easy for beginners to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of shoes, garments, gadgets, and accessories that are out there. Thankfully, sticking to a few fundamental principles can save you hours of shopping around when you’re starting out.

Updated: Friday 28 July 2023

Published: Thursday 27 July 2023

When a knee injury prevented Rudy Killworth from doing what he loves most - competitive dancing, he consulted Anton Horne, Physiotherapy Manager at Nuffield Health Leicester, to learn how rehab could get him competing again.

Updated: Wednesday 19 July 2023

Published: Tuesday 31 January 2023

Research released today by Nuffield Health reveals the significant impact of period stigma on young girls in the UK, as one in three (33%) aged 11-16 are uncomfortable taking part in physical activity whilst menstruating.

Updated: Tuesday 18 July 2023

Published: Tuesday 18 July 2023

Helene Donnelly, Nuffield Health’s Head of Safety Culture, has been recognised for her contribution to the NHS by the Nursing Times, as the NHS celebrates its 75th birthday.

Updated: Wednesday 5 July 2023

Published: Wednesday 5 July 2023

Nuffield Health’s Healthier Nation Index, an annual survey of 8,000 UK adults, has revealed that almost half (46%) of the nation admit to feeling lonely every week, with 41% of those stating that ‘loneliness’ and ‘social isolation’ was having a negative impact on the health of the people in the UK.

Updated: Monday 12 June 2023

Published: Monday 12 June 2023

The TV chef and ‘I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star had to slow down her busy schedule when hip pain started to affect her quality of life. To find a solution, Rosemary contacted Nuffield Health to learn how surgery could help.

Updated: Thursday 25 May 2023

Published: Friday 6 January 2023

Nuffield Health’s teams across the UK are helping to fight climate change by switching to lower carbon alternatives.

Updated: Wednesday 17 May 2023

Published: Wednesday 17 May 2023

Whether you're a regular or novice, entering the gym as a new Mum will have its fresh challenges. Adam Byrne, Wellbeing Personal Trainer shares his top tips for getting fit as a new Mum.

Updated: Tuesday 16 May 2023

Published: Wednesday 27 March 2019

The Green Healthcare Leadership programme, delivered by The Florence Nightingale Foundation and commissioned by Nuffield Health, saw 18 nurses from across the independent sector take part and implement innovative, sustainable healthcare projects in their workplaces.

Updated: Friday 12 May 2023

Published: Friday 12 May 2023

Pelvic floor muscles play a part in a range of women’s health issues, from urinary continence to sensitivity during sex. Hayley Saunders, Physiotherapist at Nuffield Health, explains why and how to look after your pelvic floor muscles.

Updated: Friday 5 May 2023

Published: Wednesday 11 March 2020