Health & Beauty

Healthy living is more than a goal; it's a sustained practice that we weave into the very fabric of our daily lives. It demands a thoughtful approach that encompasses a variety of elements, all contributing to our overall sense of wellness. From the food we consume to the amount of sleep we get each night, the pursuit of long-term health is multifaceted. This article delves into the core aspects that underpin a robust and balanced lifestyle, offering strategies to enhance wellbeing and maintain it through the years.

Foundations of Health: Building Blocks for a Balanced Lifestyle...

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging communities across the region to use its services responsibly this festive period, as it prepares for a challenging and busy time.

The Trust is expecting a period of significant and sustained demand across its 999 services - a position that is reflected across other health and care organisations locally, regionally, and nationally. Boxing Day is traditionally the busiest day over the festive break for the service. In response to this, Trust leaders are asking communities to ‘help us to help you’ by...

PEOPLE across Exeter are being urged to look after their hearing and not ignore worrying symptoms.

This comes as a latest study shows that 33% of South West people have noticed negative changes to their hearing in the last decade – but more than half (51%) have taken no action to address those changes.

That means that thousands could be missing out on hearing our favourite sounds, TV shows and music properly – or even saying yes to things we didn’t mean to.

Donna Morgan, director of Specsavers audiology for Exeter, said: “Part of the stigma around hearing loss...

Altering and improving the appearance of breasts, breast augmentation surgery is one of the most common cosmetic procedures undertaken by people in the UK and worldwide. Two popular forms of breast surgery are a breast uplift (mastopexy) and a breast enlargement (augmentation mammoplasty), also known as a “ boob job ”.

While both procedures aim to improve the overall appearance of the breasts, they serve different purposes and involve different processes and surgical techniques. Here, we explain the differences between these two surgeries, discuss their benefits and risks, and...