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Spotting the signs of a heart attack

If you think you or someone else is having a heart attack, you should dial 999 immediately. Recognising the signs and symptoms of a heart attack can help save lives and buy valuable time until the emergency services arrive.

  • Treatment advice
  • First Aid
Updated 08 October 2026

Male fertility | Frequently Asked Questions

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.

  • Treatment advice
  • Sexual health
  • Fertility
Updated 08 October 2026

The snip, the big V – is vasectomy for me?

Getting a vasectomy is one of life’s big decisions. Here’s our guide to help you make sure you’re doing it for the right reasons.

  • Treatment advice
  • Sexual health
  • Fertility
Updated 08 October 2026

How to pack a hospital bag for giving birth

Packing a maternity bag full of essentials is an often-overlooked part of giving birth. Make labour a lot more comfortable by ticking bits and pieces off your checklist in the weeks running up to your due date. To help, we’ve put together a list of essentials to make your hospital stay as comfortable as possible.

  • Treatment advice
  • Hospital advice
  • Women's health advice
Updated 01 October 2026

Are Silicone Breast Implants Really Safe?

Breast augmentation is the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in the UK. For more details visit Nuffield Health.

  • Cosmetic surgery
  • Treatment advice
Updated 01 October 2026

Just another groin strain?

Surgeon Jon Mutimer explains why it's worth checking out that niggling pain.

  • Joint surgery
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Injury
Updated 01 October 2026

Active recovery from surgery, pain or injury

Graham Morland, Senior Wellbeing Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, explains how exercise can support you on the road to recovery.

  • Treatment advice
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Physiotherapy
Updated 10 September 2026

What is robotic arm assisted surgery?

Everything you need to know about robotic arm assisted surgery at Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital and the benefits for patients.

  • Treatment advice
  • Joint surgery
Updated 10 September 2026