How to spot the symptoms of lupus, an immune-system disorder that mainly affects women and is often triggered by hormonal change In lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus), the…
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You’re never too old to get breast cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in England. Older women may think they’re past getting breast cancer, but the truth is one in three women diagnosed with…
Key things you should know about breast cancer
Older women are at greater risk of breast cancer. Woman’s Weekly in partnership with Be Clear on Cancer asks, do you know the signs? One in three women diagnosed…
Are you having trouble breathing?
Breathlessness can be a normal part of ageing, but having trouble breathing can also signal some serious health problems Our lung capacity gradually falls in later life as our diaphragms…
Tips to super-boost immunity
Fight inflammation – and feel fabulous all year round – with our expert tips to super-boost immunity, says Melanie Whitehouse Most of us feel our best once summer is…
Everyday reasons for your back pain. And how to fix them
Is your back pain-free during your holiday? Then maybe your everyday routines are causing your problems, says Tim Hutchful of the British Chiropractic Association Neck pain: Your less-than-smartphone Tim says:…
Holiday health advice you MUST read before your trip
We lose a day of a two-week break sorting out niggly health complaints, according to a recent survey, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones. But how do we achieve that holiday health? …
IBS symptoms: what you need to know about Irritable Bowel Syndrome
There’s some new guidance on treating IBS symptoms, says Woman’s Weekly GP Melanie Wynne-Jones Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) means your bowel doesn’t function as smoothly it should, and this can lead…
The truth about a high salt and sugar diet
There’s been so much in the press recently about the health risks of an overloaded salt and sugar diet. Woman’s Weekly GP Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones sifts through the claims …
Cervical cancer symptoms: How screening can save your life
Understanding cervical cancer symptoms and having a regular smear test is so important as this disease is avoidable and highly treatable, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones Cervical cancer (cancer of…
Could back surgery cure your pain?
It’s not always the best solution for a bad back. So when is back surgery worth it and when are other options better? The five lumbar vertebrae (L1…
When a breast lump isn’t cancer
Nine out of 10 breast lumps aren’t cancerous, but they do need to be checked out. Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones explains why… Our breasts contain milk-producing glands, connected…
Iron overload disorder: Could it be haemochromatosis?
Symptoms of iron overload in your body are the same as too little but the consequences can be very serious We need iron for many body processes,…
Preparing for your hospital stay – what you need to know
Thinking ahead about a hospital stay can help make it a more pleasant experience – whether it’s a prearranged stay or we find we have to be rushed in. …
Feeling anxious? Don’t worry, be happy
We all worry at times but if feeling anxious becomes a habit it can lead to fatigue, anxiety, insomnia and depression Our bodies don’t know the difference…
Memory Loss: Are your symptoms a sign of Alzheimer’s disease?
When does forgetfulness stop being part of simply getting older? These are the signs to watch out for By the time you’ve read this article, someone in the UK will…
Don’t think you’re too old to get breast cancer
I was just on my way to the kitchen to make a cuppa when… Crash! I tripped over and tumbled to the floor. It wasn’t the first time – and…