NHS staff suspected of snooping on patient data to face immediate suspension.

A wave of concerning incidents, where NHS staff have been found to have improperly accessed patient data, has prompted a significant policy shift. In a move designed to bolster patient…

I was living out my dream career in football – tumours mean I need to leave.

The roar of the crowd, the vibrant green of the pitch, the electrifying tension of a cup final – these were the sensations that defined Dan Robathan’s life. For years,…

NHS staff investigated over access to dead teenager’s medical records

The mother of an 18-year-old autistic boy who died in hospital has expressed profound distress and hurt upon discovering that her son’s sensitive medical records may have been inappropriately accessed…

Barrecore and Boom Cycle owner suddenly shuts studios.

The fitness empire encompassing the premium barre, cycling, and boxing studios Barrecore, Boom Cycle, and Kobox has abruptly ceased operations, plunging its loyal clientele and its workforce into an immediate…

Why the Dutch dictionary has a new word for labia

Can you imagine seeing the words "shame lips" on your medical notes? The term, which can also be translated as "pubic lips," is the Dutch word for a woman’s body…

Why the Dutch dictionary has a new word for labia

Can you imagine seeing the words "shame lips" on your medical notes? The term, which can also be translated as "pubic lips," is the Dutch word for a crucial part…

Is Sleep Tracking Making Your Sleep Worse?

The pursuit of perfect sleep, once a simple nightly ritual, has transformed into a complex endeavor fraught with sleep scores, magnesium supplements, and white noise machines. This trend, dubbed "sleepmaxxing,"…

Cornwall’s wellbeing walks praised for keeping people active

The transformative power of Cornwall’s free wellbeing walks is being celebrated, with participants describing how the initiative has "dramatically" changed their lives, fostering not only physical health but also invaluable…

Why some women are ‘cycle-syncing’ their workouts

The menstrual cycle, typically lasting between 21 and 35 days, is a complex biological process. It can be broadly divided into four distinct phases: the Menstrual Phase, characterized by bleeding…

Your partner’s snoring could be impacting your health.

The subtle rumble that emanates from your partner’s side of the bed might seem like an innocuous, albeit annoying, nightly occurrence. However, the persistent disruption of your sleep due to…