Sudden shortness of breath, or breathing difficulty (dyspnoea), is the most common reason for visiting a hospital accident and emergency...

Dizziness is a common symptom that’s not usually a sign of anything serious, but should be investigated by a doctor. The term "dizziness"...

Memory loss, also called amnesia, happens when a person loses the ability to remember information and events they would normally be able...

Splitting headaches, sickness, dizziness, dehydration: anyone who's ever drunk too much knows the consequences. Alcohol makes you pee...

It's easy to neglect your eyes because they rarely hurt when there's a problem. Having an eye test won't just tell you if you need new...

Are you unable to resist the heat? Are you trying to stay cool, but don't know the way to do it? Although some people don't like extreme...

Sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer. Sunburn doesn't just happen on holiday – you can burn in the UK, even when it's cloudy....

Most people go through periods of feeling down, but when you're depressed you feel persistently sad for weeks or months, rather than just...

There are so many stories around sex, it’s hard to know what to believe. Find out the facts - it's the best way to make sure you have...

Every man should drink lots of water to maintain his health. However, excessive thirst can be a clue that you have a health problem. It...

Walking is simple, free, and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. Sometimes overlooked as a form...

Cycling is a truly invigorating and liberating experience, enjoyed by people of all ages and from all walks of life. Whether you're...

Sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer. Sunburn doesn't just happen on holiday – you can burn in the UK, even when it's cloudy....

Weight gain occurs when you regularly eat more calories than you use through normal bodily functions and physical activity. But the...

Vitamins play an important role in our nutrition and growth. Vitamins help your body needs in small amounts to work properly and stay...

There are lots of health complaints that can make you feel tired. Not just the well-recognised ones like anaemia and thyroid problems,...

Nordic walking was originally a summer training regime for cross-country skiers. It's based on using specially designed walking poles in...

Southampton researchers go skin deep to explore what causes wrinkles. The prospects – and consequences – of ageing are of concern to us...

There are dozens of causes of hair loss and it’s very important to understand how you can lose your hair, so you’ll know how to prevent...

The amount of energy in an item of food or drink is measured in calories. When we eat and drink more calories than we use up, our bodies...