Health

December is often a month full of overindulgence, which can leave many of us feeling sluggish and unhealthy.

Five tips for keeping your weight on track this December

Walking is the ultimate stepping stone to a consistent running routine.

Running coach shares 9 tips on how to go from walking to running

Lynsey gets up close and personal with one of her alpaca friends.

Walk and talk with the animals: Meet the amazing alpacas at quirky attraction

Bradley Robertson tragically lost his mental health battle in January, and his mother Amanda has dedicated herself to keeping his legacy alive and making a difference ever since.

Mother ‘overwhelmed’ with money raised as it nears one year since son’s death

MPs gathered to hear the result of the vote on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. PIC: House of Commons/UK Parliament/PA Wire

What happens next with the assisted dying bill?

Across Kettering General Hospital (KGH) and Northampton General Hospital (NGH), a critical incident was declared on November 19 due to constraints across the hospitals and increasing pressure on ambulance services.

Critical incident continues at NGH and KGH with 'unprecedented' demand

Beauty Withinn, in Harlestone Road, has worked in collaboration with The Lewis Foundation since the end of 2022.

Generous salon is once again raising money for deserving cancer charity

“Knowing I was doing this to support the people who rely on our services is what kept me going through the toughest moments." - Jess

Northamptonshire Mind Culture & Engagement Lead conquers Kilimanjaro for Mental ...

ME Action UK campaigners gather in Parliament Square to demand the £100s millions missing from ME research.

ME: 'Tired doesn't even come close to describing it'

These vitamins could be the key to dodging illnesses this winter

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Ezra Fewster, aged 10, is battling a rare and aggressive form of leukaemia

Fundraiser set up to help 'smiley and sporty' 10-year-old boy battling leukaemia

It's important to be aware of the symptoms of Covid this Christmas.

Covid symptoms you should look out for this Christmas

Norovirus is highly contagious.

Health officials issue 'stay home' warning if you have these symptoms

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Photo: Adobe)

Norovirus UK: People with these symptoms urged to stay at home

Margaret Jones' family say their 'mum was failed'.

Grandma-of-10 dies as family say signs of lung tumour 'not passed on'
Her family say their “mum was failed” 🏥
Sarah McCann

A new case of mpox has been detected in Leeds, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed.

The differences between the mild and deadly Mpox strains explained

Some couples have found there can be benefits to a sleep divorce.

Sleep divorce: couples sleep trend and benefits explained

Could we see Blackpool's Zoe Ball take on The Traitors' castle? Zoe has odds of 6/1 - Probability: 14.3%

What is TMJ? Symptoms of Zoe Ball's jaw condition explained

Campaigners both for and against turn out as MPs prepare to vote on the proposed assisted dying bill in Parliament.

Countries that have legalised assisted dying as MPs vote on bill

Blood borne virus testing is launching at NGH's emergency department.

HIV and hepatitis screening pilot to launch at NGH

Some common cold and flu medications can cause drowsiness.

Common cold and flu medications that could see drivers fined

Asthma attacks can often occur in response to a trigger such as an allergy, infections or mould and damp.

Warning signs of an asthma attack that you shouldn't ignore

Paula Radcliffe (Fourth Frontier)

Ad Feature Enhancing sports performance with the Fourth Frontier

Stephen Ball with the Bowel Cancer Screening and Endoscopy Team at KGH

Bowel cancer screening programme expanded in Northamptonshire to over 50s

Amy Litster, who qualified last July and launched ‘Train with Aims’ in August, always knew she wanted to help women understand the power of strength training. Photo: Imogen Overton Photography.

Personal trainer and clients will take on running challenge for charity in 2025

Oral-B iO5 electric toothbrushes use the latest Oral-B technology

Huge Black Friday deal on 'perfect' Oral-B electric toothbrush
I found a Black Friday electric toothbrush bargain on Amazon that saves shoppers nearly £200
Alison Brinkworth

These are the red flag breast cancer symptoms you should look out for.

Red flag signs and symptoms of breast cancer that you shouldn't ignore

Joanna Newark, 52, encourages everyone to incorporate a daily breast self-exam into their routines.

'My chemo was so strong the nurse was gowned up like a spaceman'

Ten members of Northampton General Hospital's nursing team attended a professional development event in New Orleans in October, costing £22,000, as part of the Pathway to Excellence program aimed at improving patient care. Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Hospital defends itself after staff members go on £22k trip to USA

Households across the UK have been impacted by flooding after Storm Bert.

Storm Bert: how to safely clean-up your home after flooding

Four ways you can improve your gut health this winter - according to an expert.

Four ways you need to look after your gut health this winter

Doctors are urging patients to make themselves aware of the symptoms of norovirus.

Norovirus: symptoms to watch out for as cases surge due to new strain

Spring, a community-driven support network across the whole of Northamptonshire, helps people manage their health and wellbeing.

Social prescribers praised for ‘giving everybody the right to a meaningful life’

Jessica Webster and her partner Toby tragically lost their son Marley in October, during Baby Loss Awareness Week.

Mother to give back to charity which helped her through ‘nightmare’ baby loss

Lisa Drummond with Natasha D'Amore and baby Oscar D'Amore at KGH /KGH/family picture

Mum-to-be urges women to get vaccinated to protect new-born babies from virus

Andreea Cristina Bobeica, described as a “remarkable woman who touched the lives of everyone she met”, sadly passed away on November 6.

Loved ones of ‘bubbly and kind’ mother overwhelmed by response to fundraiser

The Angela Grace Care Home, which provides residential and nursing care in Cheyne Walk, marked the decade milestone with a party last Wednesday (November 13).

Care home celebrates 10 years – and ‘kind and compassionate’ relationships built

Cancer charity Maggie’s, which currently has 26 centres across the country, is opening their 27th on the grounds of Northampton General Hospital by the end of next year.

Join this Christmas event for cancer centre that will offer support from 2025

Concerns have been raised over childhood vaccination rates across Northamptonshire

Concerns over childhood vaccination rates in Northamptonshire

Wait times for children trying to access treatment within child mental health services in Northamptonshire have halved since last year.

Wait times for child mental health treatment halves since last year

Shoppers are making the switch to mushroom coffee

"Making the switch for good!": Caffeine lovers on mushroom coffee

Weather warnings for snow and ice are in place for many regions across the UK.

How to keep yourself warm and stay safe during the cold weather

The 'Kawasaki' norovirus strain now accounts for 70% of all cases.

Is it norovirus or food poisoning? How to tell the difference

A mental health nurse in Northamptonshire has been struck off the register for shocking comments. (File picture).

Mental health nurse struck off register for saying patient should be ‘put down’

If passed the bill means that terminally ill adults in England and Wales who have six months to live will legally have the choice to end their life.

Assisted dying bill UK: What is the proposed law?

Feel Pro Collagen beauty supplement sachets

Here’s what the experts say about this vegan collagen supplement

Folic acid will be added to non-wholemeal flour.

Extra vitamin to be added to white bread to help protect babies

The Pharmacy First scheme means you can speak to your pharmacist about seven common health conditions.

Pharmacies may close at evenings and weekends in historic strike plan

Alex Botezatu was born with cerebral palsy, a condition that makes it difficult for him to move like other children his age and engage in dancing, running and jumping.

Fundraiser launched for three-year-old boy's life-changing surgery

Explore the Headspace app with 50% for Black Friday

Take some Headspace: Half price subscription deal on mindfulness app

People have been warned that putting their vapes in water and then disposing them in household rubbish is a 'recipe for disaster'.

Vape users warned not to try this 'dangerous' viral trend

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Composite: Mark Hall)

The worrying symptoms of new norovirus strain you shouldn't ignore

Peter Ellis, 69, was diagnosed with prostate cancer after an unlucky golf injury.

Grandfather's 'shock' prostate cancer diagnosis after golf injury

Alison Bardsley has more than 40 years' experience as a qualified nurse

St Andrew’s Healthcare appoints new Deputy Director of Education and Training