HEALTH

If you are sexually active, regular testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), also known as Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), is essential since these infections are primarily spread through sexual contact.  There is absolutely no shame in getting tested, those days of stigma are long gone. The truth is, many STDs can cause significant harm to

In 2023, the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimated that over half a billion people worldwide were living with diabetes. Alarmingly, this figure is projected to soar to 1.3 billion by 2050. Looking closer to home, the UK saw over 5.6 million people diagnosed with diabetes between 2022 and 2023, a record-breaking number. While diabetes is

Health and well-being is one of the primary concerns you need to focus on in your life. It is important to make sure you come up with some of the best ideas that are going to help you look after yourself more effectively. There are so many considerations you need to make when you are

Diabetes is thought to affect 422 million people around the world. It is a disease that causes high blood sugar levels – which is untreated can lead to poor blood flow and fatal damage to various organs around the body. Not all diabetes has the same causes and treatments. In fact, there are two types

Regular health checkups should be something you put on your list of things to do every year. In many cases, early detection is key to helping you fight off a lot of health issues. Many people overlook the importance of routine visits.  When you get a check-up with your health care provider you make it

Are your energy levels flagging? From not getting enough sleep, to sitting too long behind a screen, there are lots of reasons why your energy levels may be low – and some of these may surprise you. Here we look at what could be draining your mental and physical reserves, and how you can feel

Our body needs to absorb many vitamins to stay healthy. Vitamin C is one of the most vital vitamins. It can be found in many fruits and vegetables – with oranges and lemons containing some of the highest levels.  Not consuming enough vitamin C can lead to the development of a disease called scurvy, which