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Getting in and out of the car after hip surgery or injury can be difficult using crutches. This video guide shows you how to get it right.

Updated: Friday 7 December 2018

Published: Friday 14 October 2016

Not sure what to expect during a CT scan? This 360 video gives you a sneak peek inside the scanner so you can feel a little more at ease.

Updated: Friday 7 December 2018

Published: Monday 7 November 2016

This workout strengthens the muscle groups needed for endurance and performance when swimming. Adapt the workout to improve your own strength level, whether you’re a beginner or a regular swimmer.

Updated: Friday 7 December 2018

Published: Friday 27 January 2017

Medical technology is moving fast. Here's everything you need to know about robotic arm assisted surgeries and how they can benefit you.

Updated: Friday 7 December 2018

Published: Sunday 9 April 2017

The idea of having your blood taken for testing can be daunting, but the experience is hardly ever as scary as you might imagine. Sister Jane Stebbing, experienced nurse at Nuffield Health Guildford Hospital, guides you through the process.

Updated: Thursday 6 December 2018

Published: Wednesday 9 December 2015

Putting a dedicated role into schools with responsibility for wellbeing can make a positive difference to the emotional and physical wellbeing of students and staff, suggests new research from Nuffield Health. The findings from the report ‘Improving wellbeing in schools’, conclude that the role should not be added to the existing staff’s responsibilities, if it is to have an impact on students and staff.

Updated: Monday 19 November 2018

Published: Monday 19 November 2018

Nuffield Health picked up the award for Private Hospital Group of the Year, for a second year, at the LaingBuisson Awards 2018. The award celebrates high quality care and continuous improvement, as well as innovation and excellence in going above and beyond.

Updated: Friday 16 November 2018

Published: Friday 16 November 2018

International cancer care provider GenesisCare and leading health and wellbeing charity Nuffield Health have signed a new partnership to provide high quality oncology diagnosis, care and treatment. The alliance will co-design and implement complete cancer care pathways for patients in the UK, including expanding existing operations and improving access in under-served regions.

Updated: Wednesday 1 August 2018

Published: Wednesday 1 August 2018

Leaving your child in the care of other people is never easy - how do you know which nursery is the right one for you and your child?

Updated: Tuesday 31 July 2018

Published: Wednesday 19 August 2015

Think strength training will slow you down? Think again. Personal Trainer Haydn Ward provides a guide to strength training for cyclists.

Updated: Thursday 12 July 2018

Published: Friday 8 April 2016

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: Tuesday 10 July 2018

Published: Monday 4 September 2017

As a newcomer you may think they're scary, or as a hardened gym-goer that they're not challenging enough, but here are five reasons you should break out of your comfort zone and book into a class.

Updated: Friday 6 July 2018

Published: Tuesday 18 October 2016

You don't have to give up on fitness when you are pregnant. Fitness Manager Marie Coburn provides a trimester-by-trimester guide to exercising safely.

Updated: Monday 2 July 2018

Published: Thursday 4 August 2016

Many people find they start to develop a sagging jawline as they get older. Discover the best solutions, from cosmetic surgery to dermal fillers.

Updated: Wednesday 6 June 2018

Published: Monday 24 August 2015

New research released today reveals one in 10 Brits over the age of 60 have waited almost half a year for an operation or diagnostic test on the NHS with one in three saying the wait impacted on their mental health. There was also an emotional cost to waiting – for the individual and their family - according to the results.

Updated: Wednesday 30 May 2018

Published: Wednesday 30 May 2018

Filled with vitamin E this recipe will give a welcome, and tasty, boost to your immune system.

Updated: Tuesday 15 May 2018

Published: Monday 19 October 2015

Physiologist Jade Wells explains why you should pay close attention to your night time noises.

Updated: Tuesday 24 April 2018

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its analysis of the quality and safety of care provided by independent acute hospitals across England.

Updated: Wednesday 11 April 2018

Published: Wednesday 11 April 2018

With step-by-step instructions this seven-day meal planner offers delicious, healthy recipes from around the globe for a colourful and tasty week of food.

Updated: Friday 6 April 2018

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

We asked Mums what they thought every Mum-to-be should pack in their hospital bag to make them as comfortable as possible during and after the birth.

Updated: Wednesday 4 April 2018

Published: Monday 15 August 2016