Friday 18 May 2012

Health and Wellbeing

David before... Stevenage local David Cadogan shares his impressive weight loss journey after shedding almost half his body weight and changing his life for the better
Don't suffer in silence An estimated 2.3 million people suffer from depression in the UK but yet so many of us are too embarrassed to talk about it, preferring to hide our emotions away rather than face up to the stigma of mental illness
Kate Harrison for Dove As Dove announces new research into how low our body confidence really is, Ella Walker chats to Hertfordshire based Kate Harrison on how being a 'real woman' model boosted her self esteem
Race for Life NOW is the time to sign up for this year's Cancer Research Race for Life.
Senses working overtime Elderly patients at a Stevenage dementia unit will be able to enjoy therapeutic treatments following the official opening of a new sensory room.
A kind-hearted Stevenage resident is hoping to net a big sum for a children's hospice when he puts on a charity football match.
80 per cent of lung cancer cases are caused by tobacco Lung cancer cases are continuing to rise in East of England women, with around 1,400 women diagnosed in the region each year, according to Cancer Research UK figures.
Diabetes Diabetes UK has issued a warning about the "hugely damaging effect" of high blood pressure, as new research reveals that half of people with the condition are not meeting their blood pressure target
Want chips with that salt? The British Dietetic Association's (BDA) is trying to get the nation to watch their salt intake. Here's their guide to how much of the white stuff you should be eating and how to cut the excess out of your diet
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Our health and beauty section is packed with the latest health and beauty news, tips and reviews from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire

The Health news section has the latest on Stevenage's Lister Hospital, healthworkers, volunteers and patient news as well as raising awarness of medical issues and charity fundraising.

The Advertiser's fitness and sport section has interviews with Olympic hopefuls from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, tips on how to get fit, news of fitness challenges and ideas for how to get into sport.

We have tips and advice for how to keep the whole family healthy in our Family health section.

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Our men's health section has news about men's health issues and ideas for how men can stay fit and healthy.

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