HEALTH

Share the joy this Christmas

Share the joy this Christmas

We all know that loneliness is a real concern around the festive season and if many knew a neighbour or relative was going to be alone, they would offer some company and a meal. It is also very hard f ...
Older cancer patients missing out

Older cancer patients missing out

Older people are less likely to have cancer surgery compared to younger people according to new data published today. The new report by Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Intelligence Network ...
Mediterranean diet could reduce ageing

Mediterranean diet could reduce ageing

Recent research published by the British Medical Journal shows that the diet is linked with longer telomere length – an indicator of slower aging. There is good evidence that eating a Mediterranean di ...
Why regular eye tests are so important

Why regular eye tests are so important

It’s easy to neglect your eyes because they rarely hurt when there’s a problem. Having an eye test  won’t only tell you if you need new glasses or a change of prescription, it’s also an important eye ...