Things your mouth can reveal about your health

Some medical issues, such as chest pains, shortness of breath, and severe allergic reactions, are signs of a medical emergency. However, the body sometimes gives us very subtle clues that it’s in trou

A dazzling smile is such a tonic, whether you’re the one doing the smiling or witnessing it. With the power to break down barriers, encouraging connection and putting people at ease, our smiles are fa

From stress levels and vitamin deficiencies to your risk of cancer, your tongue can reveal all sorts of things about your health. But could you spot if symptoms are caused by something serious, or jus

Our health writer Jackie Mitchell looks at treating teeth grinding. BRUXISM is the medical term for clenching or grinding teeth. It can happen when we’re awake or asleep, without us realising it. Dr A

Could the old-fashioned ways of keeping healthy be the answer to staying well?

Q My husband has a sore on his lip. Initially, we thought it was a cold sore, but it just isn’t healing and if anything it’s getting bigger. I’m quite frightened because he smokes roll-ups and has bee