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Swimming can be a challenging full-body workout for anyone. But some have gone to incredible lengths to test the limits of human endurance.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Thursday 16 July 2015

Did you know that your heart sends more signals to the brain than the brain sends to the heart? Find out how you can train your heart rate to improve your emotional wellbeing.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Tuesday 12 July 2016

From first-timers to seasoned pros, reaching the marathon finish line should fill you with a sense of pride and achievement. But you’re not quite done.

Updated: Tuesday 27 September 2022

Published: Sunday 3 October 2021

"This food is high in antioxidants,” says the marketing on the pack. But what are antioxidants, and why are they good for you?

Updated: Tuesday 20 September 2022

Published: Monday 19 October 2015

Plyometric? Superset? What does it all mean? Find out with our simple guide to fitness terminology.

Updated: Tuesday 20 September 2022

Published: Wednesday 27 March 2019

Following the sad news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, as a country we have entered a period of collective mourning. The formal protocols of public mourning are an outward expression of the inner grief and deep loss that is felt by many across the country. Emotional Wellbeing National Lead Gosia Bowling explains the stages and impact of grief, as well as how we can support ourselves and others during a bereavement.

Updated: Tuesday 13 September 2022

Published: Monday 12 September 2022

Get the most out of every lap and find the best stroke for you with our expert comparison of swimming strokes.

Updated: Friday 2 September 2022

Published: Tuesday 7 July 2015

The National Joint Registry (NJR) has named Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, as a Quality Data Provider after demonstrating high standards towards patient safety. The award recognises and rewards best practice through the attainment of six ambitious targets. This is the first time Nuffield Health has received the award for all 30 hospitals across England and Wales.

Updated: Monday 15 August 2022

Published: Thursday 17 March 2022

A new survey released today reveals that despite the recent splash of news coverage on women in sport following the Lionesses’ Euros win, just 12% of girls aged 11-16 plan to play sport this summer.

Updated: Tuesday 9 August 2022

Published: Tuesday 9 August 2022

New research released today has found that over one in three women in the UK (37%) have reported that their physical health has gotten worse in the last 12 months, and nearly half (47%) have failed to do any vigorous exercise. Lower numbers of men reported the same impact, with 28% reporting that their physical health has gotten worse in the last 12 months and 34% not having done any vigorous activity in the last 12 months.

Updated: Monday 8 August 2022

Published: Friday 5 August 2022

Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, and East Riding of Yorkshire Council have announced the first local authority partnership to run the Charity’s COVID-19 Rehabilitation Programme, in order to help support local residents with long-lasting or returning symptoms after COVID-19.

Updated: Friday 5 August 2022

Published: Friday 5 August 2022

Roz Mabey needed medical help to conquer severe hip pain that left her in tears. She now swims in the sea every day thanks to her life-changing surgery at Nuffield Health Vale Hospital.

Updated: Friday 22 July 2022

Published: Wednesday 24 November 2021

Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, has won two awards at this year’s ukactive Awards; Healthy Communities and Outstanding Leadership.

Updated: Friday 1 July 2022

Published: Friday 1 July 2022

The Florence Nightingale Foundation and Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, are inviting applications from nurses across the independent sector (including registered nurses in hospitals, hospices, not-for-profits) for a new, bespoke leadership development programme called the Green Healthcare Leadership Programme.

Updated: Monday 20 June 2022

Published: Monday 20 June 2022

When looking after others, it’s important to look after yourself too. After all, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Here's our guide to ensuring you fit in some 'me-time'.

Updated: Tuesday 7 June 2022

Published: Wednesday 27 February 2019

This International Nurse’s Day we are celebrating the development of nurses across the UK through our award-winning Preceptorship Programme.

Updated: Thursday 12 May 2022

Published: Thursday 12 May 2022

A new survey of 8000 UK adults has highlighted that two thirds of respondents (66 per cent) would not feel comfortable raising a mental or emotional wellbeing issue with their employer, and one third are offered no physical or emotional wellbeing support whilst in work.

Updated: Tuesday 10 May 2022

Published: Tuesday 10 May 2022

The Florence Nightingale Foundation and Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, are entering into a multi-year partnership to drive the future pipeline of nursing leadership talent from across the independent sector through a new Florence Nightingale Foundation Leadership Programme.

Updated: Tuesday 10 May 2022

Published: Tuesday 10 May 2022

If you've been unwell it can be tempting to eat comfort foods, but the best way to recover is to be clever about what you eat. Nutritional Therapist Jessica O'Dwyer offers some advice.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Thursday 5 November 2015

During the autumn and winter months a lack of sunlight can lead to a lower mood and an increased likelihood of suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). But you don't have to hop on a plane or pay for light therapy, changing what you eat can improve your mood. Here are six our top tips from Head of Nutrition, Natalie Braithwaite.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 30 June 2015