Purple Alert for pancreatic cancer

Over a third of adults in the UK would not be worried if they had a few of the potential symptoms of pancreatic cancer, according...

When a snack is not a snack

Eating food on the go which you think is a snack is more likely to lead to increased consumption and overeating, a new study in...

Witchcraft in Exeter

I grew up in Exeter, and - like J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter novels, who attended University there – I have been heavily...

Keeping Safe at Halloween

Halloween can be a magical time for children. However, the combination of cold, dark nights and excited children can be dangerous. These tips are designed...

Vitamin D deficiency in older people

There are now 11.8 million people aged 65 or over in the UK and many older individuals aren’t getting outside regularly putting them at greater...

Its good to talk

Watch this short video on caring for the mental health needs of children and young people #CYPMentalHealth

Its that time again

Daylight Saving Time: First you gain an hour, then you lose it. Twice a year, at night, the clocks are reset by one hour, at...

Foods that harm your smile

The foods you eat really can have a visible effect on your smile. Here, dentist Dr Richard Marques explains why some foods can stain and...