Prostate cancer

Does prostate cancer run in your family? Here's what you need to know about screening.

20 Sep 2025

Did you know that prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with over 52,000 new cases diagnosed each year in the UK? If your father, brother, or another close male relative has had it, you...

Medication leaflets made simple: Here’s what you need to know to stay safe

12 Sep 2025 • 1 Like

Ever unfolded that tiny, crinkled piece of paper tucked inside your medicine box, only to feel like it was written more to confuse than to help? You’re not alone, and yet that leaflet contains some...

Back from summer? Here’s why a gentler return to routine matters

30 Aug 2025 • 2 Likes

Post-holiday pressure is real. You return from a well-earned break only to face endless to-do lists and expectations to be back at full speed. But studies show that vacation benefits fade fast,...

Meditation for chronic illness: A beginner’s guide to healing the mind and body

23 Aug 2025 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Can a few minutes of stillness each day really help with pain, fatigue, or emotional overwhelm? For many people living with chronic illness, the answer is yes. Meditation, a simple practice of...

Is sitting too much putting your health at risk? Here’s what to do about it.

16 Aug 2025 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

If you’ve ever sat through a TV marathon and thought, “Oops, I haven’t moved all day,” you might have wondered, “does this mean I have a sedentary lifestyle?” In today’s world, sitting has quietly...

Bipolar disorder

Loving with bipolar disorder: Can a relationship survive the highs and lows?

28 Jul 2025

It’s estimated that 2–4% of people worldwide live with bipolar disorder, yet its impact extends far beyond medical charts. For couples, it doesn’t just affect moods, it can upend their emotional...

Crohn's disease
Ulcerative colitis

Stress and IBD: How the summer can help soothe your gut

21 Jul 2025

Living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, is a daily challenge where stress often plays a major role. Yet, the summer offers a special opportunity...

Ankylosing spondylitis

Travelling with ankylosing spondylitis: Set off with peace of mind thanks to these practical tips!

18 Jul 2025

Vacations are a time to recharge, get a change of scenery, and break from everyday routines. But for those living with a chronic condition like ankylosing spondylitis (AS), travelling can quickly...

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia: Is summer a time for relief or discomfort?

14 Jul 2025 • 1 Like

Summer is here, bringing sunshine, relaxation, and the comforting warmth of longer days. But for people living with fibromyalgia, this season isn’t always a welcome break. While some find temporary...

Psychiatry

These 12 everyday events could be triggering your depression

27 Jun 2025 • 1 Like

Ever felt like a wave of sadness hit you out of nowhere? You're not alone. Depression doesn't always stem from trauma or chemical imbalances. Often, it’s triggered by life itself, grief, stress,...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD): causes, symptoms and treatments

23 Jun 2025 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Do you experience frequent heartburn? Do you suffer from unexplained coughing, especially at night? Do you have a bitter taste in your mouth? If the answer is yes, this could mean that you have...

Can you train your brain to feel happier, scientifically?

14 Jun 2025 • 4 Likes

Can you really become happier… through training? This deceptively simple question hides a quiet revolution powered by neuroscience and positive psychology. Our brains are far from fixed, they can...