The savvy guide to healthcare

From paracetamol and indigestion tablets, it’s easy to spend a fortune keeping ourselves healthy. Research shows 92% of us take over-the-counter medicines to treat minor ailments in the UK**. So, it m

Christine Cunniffe chokes up a little when I ask her about the children who have left her school since VAT was levied on their fees. “It’s been done quite quietly. I feel for their pain. You can only

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It’s not only far cheaper than buying bottled water but is far safer to drink, say researchers writing in the BMJ Global Health. Tap water is subject to “rigorous quality and safety standards” and doe

Are you a medical ostrich? Do you stick your head in the sand when it comes to facing medical issues? I’m not; I’m someone that’s pretty pro-active about my wellness and I try to keep in the best heal

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