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Sepsis warning signs you need to know
Sepsis is a reaction by the body to severe infection with a bacterial, viral or fungal germ. It's always a medical emergency, and can be fatal if not caught early. You can arm yourself against this by knowing the symptoms so you can seek help early.
How to practise self-care
Self-care is a term that resurfaces time and time again. But is it more than just a buzzword? We explore what it really means and how it can benefit your overall health.
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Treatment and medication
Empowering the next generation: St John Ambulance and the Young Responders campaign
by Victoria Raw
What is 'good mental health'?
by Lynn Stephen
General health and lifestyle
How social media helps you stay connected to your GP Practice or Pharmacy
by Richard Stoddart
Senior health
How to cope with retirement depression
by Lynn Stephen
Health topics
Advice and clinical information on a wide variety of healthcare topics
Health news
The world of health never stands still. From groundbreaking medical research and innovative treatments to urgent public health alerts and everyday advice, new information is released every day. Our Health News section is here to help you make sense of it all.
We cover the stories that matter most, whether that’s the latest NHS guidance, changes to local healthcare services, or new findings from global research teams. You’ll also find updates on disease prevention, vaccination programmes, medicines safety, and wellbeing trends that could impact you and your family.
Treatment and medication
Mounjaro price rise: your questions answered
by Victoria Raw
Children's health
1 in 5 children starting primary school are not fully protected against serious illnesses
by Lawrence Higgins
Infections
Free chickenpox vaccine to be offered to children in England for the first time
by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS
Diabetes
MHRA approves teplizumab to delay progression of type 1 diabetes
by Lawrence Higgins
Managing conditions
From ACE inhibitors for high blood pressure, to steroids for eczema, find out what options are available, how they work and the possible side effects.
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Discover our growing library of trusted health videos. From expert tips and condition guides to exercise routines, first aid advice, and more—our videos are designed to help you take control of your health, one step at a time.
