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Feeling the post-Christmas slump? We've all been there. After indulging in festive treats and drinks, the thought of hitting the gym in January can be daunting. But what if you could reach your fitness goals without leaving the house? Say hello to the Rattantree Under Desk Treadmill Walking Pad.This nifty gadget lets you clock up those 10k steps while sipping tea or catching up on your favourite shows.

Norovirus is a highly contagious bug, but there are ways to protect yourself and your loved ones if someone in your home gets sick.The NHS has warned that norovirus, which is also known as the winter vomiting disease, can be spread through close contact with an infected person, touching surfaces or objects contaminated by the virus and then touching your mouth. Food prepared or handled by someone who's ill can also become a hotbed for the virus. Despite families' best efforts to stay healthy, alcohol hand gels won't kill the norovirus bacteria.

If you're looking to kick-start your fitness journey this new year, the NHS Couch to 5K app could be just what you need.This handy tool takes you from a complete novice to running a 5k in nine weeks, although the timeframe can be tailored to suit your current fitness level. It's an ideal starting point if you're new to running or haven't laced up your trainers in a while.

January is often the time when many of us decide to kick-start a new fitness regime. After a month of festive indulgence, it feels like the perfect opportunity for a fresh start.

Brits, take note: a key symptom to watch out for when eating could mean you're dealing with Covid-19 rather than another run-of-the-mill winter virus. As flu season hits hard with the usual suspects of RSV, norovirus, and yes, Covid-19, it can get confusing to tell them apart—luckily, the UK Government is on hand with some guidance.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warns there are "high levels" of these diseases every winter, making it tricky to diagnose yourself without the right knowledge.

Michelle Heaton has completely turned her life around, following a harrowing battle with alcohol addiction that nearly claimed her life in 2020. Now, almost four years sober, the mum-of-two is all about healthy living - she's regularly hitting the gym, often alongside hubby Hugh, and she's mindful of her diet. But most crucially, she steers clear of booze, after medics in 2020 warned her that her liver was failing and she was 'close to death'.

At Christmas, we all get to spend quality time with our family and friends, chatting, laughing and playing games. We also indulge in a lot of festive food, from Christmas dinner to festive desserts such as Yule Log and mince pies. While it's a relaxed few days to press pause on our daily lives, it's very easy to overeat and feel uncomfortably full.

Australian TV presenter Liz Cantor encountered a shocking health scare just weeks before her mum was diagnosed with cancer.The terrifying ordeal emerged for the 42 year old when she discovered a lump on her breast while taking a shower. Liz, who is best known for her presenting duties on Channel 10 News First Queensland, underwent tests after discovering the lump.Thankfully, it wasn't cancer, but the mum of three later revealed that she had been diagnosed with PASH (pseudoangiomatous stromal hyperplasia) - a non-cancerous breast condition that can have the appearance of a tumour.

With the Christmas party season in full swing, a "tidal wave of flu" is causing mayhem as hospitalisations for the illness have skyrocketed by 41% over the last week. Data from NHS England revealed that the number of flu patients occupying beds has overtaken the peak figures from last year, indicating a rate almost quadruple that of the previous year during the same period.

As the UK continues to grapple with high coronavirus rates, an expert has shed light on how to distinguish a Covid sore throat from one caused by strep or other infections. With the arrival of colder weather and more indoor gatherings, we're at a heightened risk of catching seasonal bugs. But with so many viruses circulating, it's tricky to pinpoint exactly what you might have caught.The latest stats from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show that COVID-19 cases are still quite prevalent, with 1,081 confirmed in the week leading up to 4 December, alongside 122 Covid-related deaths in the week before 22 November.

A fitness tracker is the perfect Christmas gift for anyone, whether they're a fitness enthusiast or just want to be more health-conscious in the New Year. From high-tech gadgets with all the features to simpler devices, there's a wide range of health and fitness trackers to choose from.They can monitor your sleep, track your heart rate, help you achieve fitness goals, or simply give you a better understanding of your overall wellbeing.

BBC Morning Live resident doctor and author Dr Punam Krishan is calling for the public to participate in a 60-second online test to determine if they could be one of the 10 million people in the UK impacted by Raynaud's.The condition is where the small blood vessels in the extremities, such as the hands, feet, fingers, or toes, are oversensitive to even the slightest change in temperature and, sometimes, emotional stress. It results in the skin turning white, then blue, and finally red as circulation returns, and it can often be accompanied by numbness or pain.The symptoms are often triggered by fluctuating temperatures, with many experiencing them now that winter has kicked in.

A young woman's life was turned upside down after a botched cannula became infected and left her arm in excruciating pain. Amy Pohl, 31, was left screaming in pain, "begging doctors" to amputate her arm, but further challenges lay ahead for the former primary school teacher after she woke up from an operation unable to move her lower body.

Four years ago, during a particularly stressful period when my husband was battling Covid in intensive care, I developed eczema for the first time. Since then, it's been a constant battle with flare-ups that seem to occur without any clear trigger.

The NHS have issues a warning about the so-called 'quad-demic' illnesses after new figures showed cases of three of them were surging.The four - Covid, flu, norovirus and RSV - seem similar on the surface but have distinct symptoms that Brits should look out for in the winter months.The UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) is currently monitoring activity levels of the four illnesses amid a 352% increase in the numbers of people hospitalised with flu compared to this time last year, according to new NHS data that suggests the health service is going to come under increased pressure in the winter months. Patients suffering from diarrhoea, vomiting bugs or norovirus occupied more than a thousand beds every day last week with a peak of 1,160 on Sunday, compared to a daily average of 591 this time last year. UKHSA figures released yesterday show an increase of flu, RSV and norovirus.

MasterChef's Gregg Wallace has opened up about living with a painful stomach condition, diverticulitis, which can be so severe that he "doubles up in pain".The 60 year old TV personality was diagnosed with the condition in 2018, which is common among Brits who don't consume enough fibre. Certain foods can trigger his symptoms and when he forgets to avoid them - as he admits he sometimes does - it can lead to unpleasant consequences. Despite having to sample meals all day for his BBC duties, eating the wrong thing can pose a risk to his diverticula, pouches in the walls of his intestines.

My wedding day in September this year was truly the best day of my life. Walking down the aisle in a size 10, mermaid-style dress, I looked and felt a million dollars. My new husband, Paul Flounders, beamed as he saw me and, after we'd tied the knot, we spent the entire day smiling and laughing together.

The UK Health Security Agency has sounded the alarm, advising people to stay home for 48 hours if they contract the highly infectious G11.17 strain of norovirus.This particular variant is behind most of the cases this winter season 2024/25, as per the agency's latest weekly report.The update also pointed out that norovirus activity is "now increasing again across all age groups, with the biggest increase in adults, particularly adults aged 65 years and over". In the two weeks from November 4 to 17, 2024, there was a significant 31.6% spike in cases compared to the preceding two weeks.

While Black Friday is undoubtedly a fab time to shop for Christmas presents, it's also a good week to stock up on essentials – and for me, that means some of the wellbeing products I swear by to keep feeling my best, especially over the busy winter period. I'm not claiming to always be the model of health over Christmas (plenty of cheese and wine will definitely be consumed), but below are five supplements, tools and treats that I use or take all year round, that I swear really work at making me feel ever so slightly healthier – and they're all currently reduced in Black Friday sales.

The moment I heard the loud crash from my 13-year-old daughter's room, I sprinted upstairs with my heart pounding. As I flung open Avianna's bedroom door, I found her crying on the floor, holding her hand. A quick look at the wall revealed a hole in the plasterboard.

Tulisa Contostavlos has bravely opened up about her past health struggles, revealing the intense battle she faced with a skin picking disorder that had her "tearing into her face".The 36 year old N-Dubz star and recent I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! contestant shared her experiences with Bell's palsy, which often left her face looking like she was suffering from acne. In her heartfelt memoir, 'Honest: My Story So Far', Tulisa recalls the distressing times as a teenager feeling "trapped and isolated", where she would retreat to the bathroom to pick at spots, sometimes even at "non-existent spots".