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How to help children cope with hay fever this summer

As the school holidays begin and children prepare for a summer of outdoor play, pharmacists are issuing advice to parents on the best way to help their children tackle hay fever.

Hay fever can cause symptoms that may overlap with a cold, such as sneezing, a runny or blocked nose,...

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New app will take you from sofa to saddle

British Cycling, in partnership with Lloyds, have launched Sofa to Saddle, a brand new, free to use app to help inspire and enable the nation to get on their bikes.

New YouGov research has found that the average Briton now clocks up over 18 hours of sofa time per week. Yet, the research reveals a massive desire for change: 70% of the public openly admit they think they should...

The Importance of Community Support in Boosting Public Health

Public health is a fundamental aspect of socio-economic development and quality of life. Promoting good health and well-being leads to longevity, improved productivity and happiness among the population. However, access to much-needed health services can be tricky - especially in remote or underprivileged communities. These are areas where community support is absolutely vital to improving...

How to Prioritise Your Health When Life Gets Busy

Sometimes life is just too hectic. Work deadlines, family meals and taxi-ing the kids (and family days out, activities, commitments), plans with friends, and the daily to-do list of household chores and “life admin” compete for your attention… potentially leaving personal health at the bottom of the list. When your schedule is really packed, it may be tempting to skip exercise, rely on...

Signs It's Time for an Eye Exam

Most of us only think about our eyesight when something feels off. A headache after a long day at the screen, or trouble reading a road sign, gets brushed aside as tiredness. But your eyes are often trying to tell you something long before the problem becomes obvious. Knowing the early signs can save you from months of unnecessary strain, and sometimes catch bigger health issues before they...

What Every Parent Should Know About the Rise of 'Trendy' Drugs in the UK

Drug misuse is not by any means a new issue for British society. We’ve been struggling with drugs and drug-fuelled societal issues for decades. However, each generation brings a new variation to the drug-problem theme, and the upcoming generation is no exception. While parents of the past worried about ‘lifestyle drugs’ like cocaine or ‘dropout drugs’ like heroin, modern parents are...

The five most Googled questions around sleep

Millions of Brits are turning to Google every month to find out what is normal when it comes to sleep, from how much deep sleep they need to whether sleep apnoea can be dangerous.

New search data from Comfybedss, online sellers of beds and mattresses, has revealed the five most Googled sleep questions in the UK each month, with sleep apnoea, REM sleep, deep sleep and magnesium among...

Advanced Prostate Cancer Treatment in Germany: Clinics & Technologies

For patients with advanced prostate cancer, the road to treatment options often leads to Germany. This is not because of prestige or shiny branding, but because the healthcare system is structured to handle complex cases and still have structure. Most university hospitals provide a comprehensive approach. Diagnostics, nuclear medicine, oncology, and research all under one roof. As a result,...

How Often Should You Clean Your Water Bottle?

Reusable water bottles have become part of daily life for many people. Whether at work, in the gym, while travelling, or at home, they help maintain hydration while reducing single-use plastic waste. However, one common hygiene mistake often goes unnoticed. Many people clean their water bottles far less often than they should.

Questions such as "How often should I clean my water...

HHC products online The Connection Between Physical Comfort and Emotional Well-Being

Comfort sounds like a soft subject, the sort of thing people relegate to scented candles and Sunday supplements. That’s a mistake. Physical ease governs mood with the cold authority of gravity. When the body aches, the mind doesn’t float above it like some noble philosopher. It sulks. It snaps. It narrows its focus to the nearest irritation, then calls that irritation “life”. The curious part...

The World Cup sleep game plan

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is billed to be one of the biggest sporting events ever staged. Hosted in 16 cities across the USA, Canada and Mexico, 48 teams will compete in a total of 104 matches featuring 13 different kick-off time.

But while football fans across the world are eagerly anticipating the action, the timing of many matches could create an unexpected challenge for many -...