Cervical cancer is the fourth most common form of cancer in women. Although cervical screenings are registering increasing attendance lately, one in four women skips their smear test. A smear test can save your life, and it is the most effective way to prevent cervical cancer. During Cervical Cancer Prevention Awareness Week, Mr Andrew Pooley, Consultant Gynaecologist at New Victoria Hospital, kindly reminds all women about the importance of smear tests and provides us with important updates on early diagnosis.

For some of us, the first snow flurries of winter are a clarion call to donning our kaleidoscopic ski gear and hitting the piste post-haste. Nothing can curb our enthusiasm for the adrenaline rush that skiing and snowboarding offer. We become fearless warriors facing the decent, squaring up to mother nature with a glint in our eye and the wind in our hair.

Obesity is considered a top-priority public health emergency worldwide. Today marks the beginning of Obesity Awareness Week, and much more can be done to treat this condition. Lifestyle changes alone are not enough to halt the obesity epidemic, and surgical options are growing in popularity as the most effective treatments for long-term weight loss results. Mr Georgios Vasilikostas, Consultant General and Bariatric Surgeon at New Victoria Hospital, shares some insightful data on the most effective weight loss surgery procedures.

Aesthetic treatments are a great way to improve your appearance, maintaining a natural look. If your New Year resolution includes better self-care and wellbeing, we offer five reasons why you should include cosmetic treatments in your 2020 plan.

The human immune system is a fascinating and perfectly functioning machine. When the virus penetrates your cells, your immune system reacts by producing antibodies to fight it. However, by following these 5 tips on how to boost your immune system, you can give it a little help.

Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is the second deadliest cancer in the UK. Although it mainly affects people over 50, studies suggest this type of cancer is on the rise among younger adults in Europe. How can you prevent bowel cancer this Decembeard?

Breathing is the simplest and most natural act. It is so natural that we don't even think about it while we do it. However, for people with COPD, it is not so straightforward. If you suffer from a chronic lung condition, your quality of life can be significantly affected. However, there are a few things that you can do to enjoy life and live well.

World Diabetes Day is dedicated to raising awareness of one of the most common conditions whose risks are often underestimated. Diet and lifestyle adjustments hugely contribute to diabetes prevention and management, as well as to lower the risk of complications and death.

Over 35 GPs attended the Adult and Paediatric Life Support course organised by New Victoria Hospital, to provide valuable training on medical emergencies.

The month of November and the Movember campaign is an excellent opportunity for all men to focus on taking care of their health.