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Swim Manager Jessica Mitchell provides expert instruction for learning or improving your front crawl stroke.

Updated: Monday 6 November 2017

Published: Monday 5 September 2016

The arrival of a new baby means big changes to your life, and your body. Reassuringly, most women return to their pre-pregnancy weight with the help of a healthy diet, exercise and patience.

Updated: Friday 3 November 2017

Published: Thursday 20 August 2015

Nuffield Health welcomes the recommendations regarding exercise in the updated National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines on Cystic Fibrosis (CF) treatment and diagnosis. The guidance states that exercise can be beneficial for people with on cystic fibrosis.

Updated: Friday 3 November 2017

Published: Thursday 26 October 2017

What should you consider when choosing your plastic surgeon?

Updated: Wednesday 25 October 2017

Published: Friday 26 June 2015

From the causes of fertility issues, to the likelihood of success - Nuffield Health Consultant Dr Helen Lyall answers some of the most common questions around male fertility.

Updated: Monday 23 October 2017

Published: Monday 2 November 2015

Losing your desire for sex is an uncomfortable subject to talk about but asking for help is the first step to reclaiming your sexuality.

Updated: Friday 20 October 2017

Published: Friday 1 April 2016

Dr Davina Deniszczyc fills us in on whether vitamins, supplements and medicines can really help you avoid and recover from colds and flus.

Updated: Friday 20 October 2017

Published: Thursday 11 February 2016

Over a quarter of Britons (27 per cent) suffering from debilitating lower back pain – estimated to be around six million people – do not have a diagnosis for their symptoms. This is leading to widespread anxiety, depression and avoidable time off work, new research suggests.

Updated: Friday 13 October 2017

Published: Thursday 28 May 2015

Nuffield Health Tees Hospital has received the highest possible rating of excellence by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following an inspection in February 2017.

Updated: Thursday 12 October 2017

Published: Thursday 12 October 2017

Emotional wellbeing can be affected by both ‘good’ and ‘bad’ changes in our lives. Here are 10 business changes that can add to the stress levels of your employees.

Updated: Thursday 5 October 2017

Published: Tuesday 3 October 2017

This flavour-packed, gluten-free recipe is full of nutrients to support your immune system, reduce inflammation and encourage general good health.

Updated: Wednesday 4 October 2017

Published: Monday 18 July 2016

Providing a nutritious lunch for your children needn't be difficult. Our guide to building a balanced lunch box will make it easier to feed your children well.

Updated: Wednesday 20 September 2017

Published: Monday 14 September 2015

UK women get little support, advice or treatment for symptoms relating to menopause and hormonal changes, according to new research out today, resulting in one in four women saying they are struggling to cope with aspects of life due to their symptoms.

Updated: Thursday 14 September 2017

Published: Friday 17 October 2014

In this month's podcast we talk to the wonderful company Andiamo who are trailblazing the 3D printing of orthotic supports for children in the UK (and have set themselves the goal of delivering a medically effective orthosis within 1 week of a person’s need globally).

Updated: Thursday 14 September 2017

Published: Wednesday 24 August 2016

Nuffield Health has announced the appointment of Mr Mahmood Shafi as its new Medical Director. He will succeed Mr Geoff Graham, who after 12 successful years with Nuffield Health has made the decision to step down at the end of 2017.

Updated: Wednesday 13 September 2017

Published: Tuesday 5 September 2017

The best way to achieve a naturally curvy look with breast augmentation is using silicone implants.

Updated: Friday 8 September 2017

Published: Monday 24 August 2015

You’ve experienced much of what life has to offer through the many stages of a woman’s life. With good health, living beyond 80 can be full of new experiences and times to enjoy with family and friends.

Updated: Tuesday 15 August 2017

Published: Thursday 24 September 2015

If you're considering fertility treatment it can be useful to know what to expect from the process ahead. This guide provides an outline of the typical journey and who will see you at each point.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2017

Published: Tuesday 27 October 2015

Before and after pictures are commonly used to evidence 'successful' cosmetic surgery. But how can you tell if they're an accurate representation?

Updated: Wednesday 9 August 2017

Published: Thursday 25 June 2015

It can be difficult to spot the signs of disease or infection after travel. Here’s how a quick blood test can help.

Updated: Friday 21 July 2017

Published: Wednesday 19 July 2017