Nuffield Health tackles cardiovascular disease in Manchester by offering free blood pressure checks
A pilot health initiative which aims to tackle cardiovascular disease through offering free blood pressure checks has launched in Manchester.
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A pilot health initiative which aims to tackle cardiovascular disease through offering free blood pressure checks has launched in Manchester.
Maria had always been an active person, from regularly attending spin classes to playing golf. However, earlier this year Maria was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF), an abnormal heart rhythm. Maria reflects on her journey following cardiac ablation, a procedure to correct the abnormal heart rhythm.
The popularity of vapes and e-cigarettes has continued to soar in recent years. These smoking cessation aids contain a blend of nicotine and flavouring and lack several of the harmful chemicals found in cigarettes. Despite the assumption that these devices are healthier than smoking, a lot of the health risks associated with them haven't been fully explored.
Tired, tearful or eating too much? These are all signs you could be stressed out. Here, we run through some of the main symptom to look out for if you think you might be suffering from stress.
Widely regarded across the sector as the gold standard mark of excellence, patients are at the heart of AfPP Accreditation. It offers patients meaningful reassurance that each Nuffield Health hospital is working to the same high standards of safety, quality and perioperative practice.
Poor gut health can mean persistent fatigue, inflammation, excess gas and digestive issues. In recent years, research into the gut has helped advance our understanding of the role our digestive system plays in regulating our overall health and wellbeing.
Sweating is a normal bodily function, but for some people it becomes excessive, uncomfortable, and even embarrassing. Hyperhidrosis can occur in different areas and is defined as sweating that goes beyond what you’d normally expect given your physical condition or environment.
Running is booming, with global studies showing that more people than ever before are running. What is even more fascinating is that female participation rate is growing more than males. Hazel Eatwell, Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, shines the spotlight on the benefits of running to women and what they can do to ensure their pelvic health is not forgotten about during the gruelling training for the 26.2 miles of a marathon.
Survey from retailer and car servicing and repairs experts, Halfords, found that as well as the 27% of Brits who have neglected to ever get their health or fitness checked, a further 32% of adults choose to visit an expert to analyse their health and fitness levels less often than once a year.
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