Wild swimming this summer: hazards to avoid
Daniel Start, the author of Wild Swimming and Wild Guide Wales, on hazards to avoid when swimming in Britain’s seas,…
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Why teens collapse at festivals
Did you know the most common cause of collapse at music festivals isn’t because of substances people have taken, but…
Dealing with bites and stings
Everyone has suffered from that incredibly itchy bite that keeps you awake at night. Although some people seem far more…
Heart health in teens linked to high intensity exercise
High intensity exercise could be beneficial to heart health in teenagers, according to new research published in Experimental Physiology. Teenage…
Sunscreen: the spots you miss
With summer in full swing, many of us will slap on some sunscreen to protect our skin from harmful UV…
Former heavy drinkers left with communication problems
Communication problems for alcoholics continue long after they have stopped drinking, a new study has revealed. Previous research has shown…
Why shift workers are more prone to obesity
The mystery of why night shift workers face increased risk of obesity and other metabolic illnesses is starting to unravel,…
Avoid cold water shock this summer
There is nothing more refreshing than a cool dip on a warm day. However, the RNLI, are highlighting the dangers of…
Colours of your mood
We often talk about our moods in term of colours of the rainbow. Feeling blue, or green with envy? Or…
Opioids are not a class issue
Over the last five years at the Priory’s Hayes Grove Hospital, I have seen a rise in the abuse of,…