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Manchester Metropolitan University and healthcare social enterprise, Nuffield Health, have today announced a strategic partnership to improve health in the North West of England.

Updated: Thursday 14 May 2026

Published: Tuesday 1 July 2014

Anti-ageing isn't just about creams or serums. Your nutritional health plays a key role in staying healthy both inside and out. In this article, Matthew Gardner, a Registered Nutritionist at Nuffield Health, gives his health and wellbeing tips to ageing gracefully.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Thursday 12 September 2019

One of the key ways to maintain good mental health is to live life in a way that gives you a sense of pleasure, achievement and a feeling of being close to others. Brendan Street, Professional Head of Emotional Wellbeing, explains how living life in line with your values, as well as with a sense of purpose, will help you to do this in a consistent way.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Tuesday 22 June 2021

Feeling trapped by your period? Consultant women's health specialist, Dr Annie Evans has this advice.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Monday 13 June 2016

If your main event is four months away, use this programme with the goal of completing a 5k this month.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

A half marathon is a huge challenge, especially for someone new to running. This six-month training programme will give you a good shot at success.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

If your event is six months away, start with this programme to build your base fitness.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

If your event is five months away, start with this programme to help you start to build up your endurance.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

If your main event is three months away, use this programme to maintain motivation and build strength this month.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

With two months to go your training should be well under way and you should use this programme to hit some key goals.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

With the big event in sight, this month you should focus on remaining injury free and enjoying the benefits of the hard work you've put in.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

Build strength, stamina and speed ahead of your 10k run with this training programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Wednesday 31 October 2018

Make the most of your last month of training for your 10k run with this programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Thursday 13 December 2018

You have seven days until race day. When done right, training in this last week will boost your confidence and make sure you’re mentally prepared for your big day. Ashleigh Ahlqhuist provides some guidelines to help you make the most of your last few days.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

A study involving Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield Hallam University and not-for-profit healthcare provider Nuffield Health, will seek to evaluate the effect of a supported exercise programme on the quality of life (QoL) and side effects experienced by men who have undergone medical or surgical castration in their treatment for prostate cancer.

Updated: Thursday 19 March 2026

Published: Friday 2 November 2018

Nuffield Health has announced the appointment of two new Governors. The appointment of Dominic Dodd and Dr Sam Barrell will further strengthen the Nuffield Health Board, bringing significant experience in healthcare management and clinical leadership.

Updated: Monday 9 February 2026

Published: Monday 9 February 2026

Nuffield Health is celebrating a major accreditation in infection prevention, as more than 90 of its hospitals, medical centres, and even fitness and wellbeing clubs achieve the Gold standard in Aseptic Non Touch Technique (ANTT).

Updated: Thursday 5 February 2026

Published: Thursday 5 February 2026

Staff at Nuffield Health North Staffordshire Hospital welcomed, Adam Jogee, Labour MP for Newcastle-under-Lyme for a tour of the facilities.

Updated: Wednesday 7 January 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 September 2025

Joining the gym for the first time can be a daunting experience, regardless of your age or ability. But help is at hand. Personal Trainer Denise Collman shares her top tips on getting the best start.

Updated: Monday 15 December 2025

Published: Tuesday 1 September 2015

Nuffield Health has announced that Matt Lynn will be stepping down as Chief Financial Officer at the end of the year, and he will be succeeded by Paul Baker.

Updated: Thursday 13 November 2025

Published: Thursday 13 November 2025