DIY guide when you are choking

We all have an image of someone choking, going puce, running around and gasping. That may be true for some people, but someone who has...

Electricity: The Spark of Life

Rebecca Wallersteiner takes a look at a new exhibition - 'Electricity: The spark of life' at the Wellcome Collection from 23rd February. Light is as...

Busting obesity myths

With increased awareness among the general public regarding obesity, many people are looking to adopt healthier lifestyles. But, despite our best intentions, it’s all too...

Medics tackling alcohol misuse

Health professionals are at the forefront of tackling the problem of alcohol misuse in our society. For many people, problem drinking may only be flagged...

Wheels of Misfortune

Wheelchair travel by land, sea and sky; easier would it be that a camel pass through a needle’s eye. The holiday companies cheerily name themselves...

Alcohol and your children

Most people in Britain enjoy drinking in moderation and use it to good effect as a social glue and superlative relaxant. But think about alcohol...

Keeping New Year’s resolutions

Whatever your aims are, you will probably need some help as over 90 per cent of our resolutions dissolve into a pile of dust by mid-February....

Cycling for beginners

Cycling is excellent for improving overall fitness and toning the lower body.  As a non-impact activity, it places no stress on the joints of the...