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In the lead up to International Women’s Day (8th March), we have interviewed some of the inspirational women working at Nuffield Health to discuss the challenges women face today and the women that inspired them. Here we talk to Vicky Fitzgerald, General Manager of Didsbury Fitness and Wellbeing Centre.

Updated: Tuesday 2 March 2021

Published: Tuesday 2 March 2021

Nuffield Health personal trainer Julia Baverstock explains everything you need to know about cross training.

Updated: Tuesday 2 March 2021

Published: Monday 16 December 2019

The COVID-19 pandemic is placing healthcare professionals across the world in an unprecedented situation. Gosia Bowling, Prevention Lead, explains the mental health difficulties being faced by many on the frontline as well as self-care tips to reduce the risk of mental ill health.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Wednesday 22 April 2020

If you’re self-isolating because you have symptoms, or you’re living with someone who does, here are some handy tips for planning and preparing, as well as keeping fit, healthy and happy during the coronavirus situation.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Monday 23 March 2020

As a global society, we are facing an unprecedented time of change and uncertainty. As more cases of the coronavirus continue to be announced, we can expect to see employees experiencing anxiety around the potential impact of the virus. The fear of becoming ill – and the social and economic impact that comes with it – can take its toll on employee health.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Monday 23 March 2020

We want to inspire more open conversations across your organisation around mental health. Brendan Street, Head of Emotional Wellbeing, provides six ways to support your staff and help those suffering with poor mental health move from barely surviving, back to thriving.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Thursday 14 May 2020

Psychological research reveals that connecting with others is hugely beneficial to our health. At this time of uncertainty, connecting with others can be reassuring. Being reminded of how we are all affected by COVID-19 can bring some comfort.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Monday 20 April 2020

The theme of Mental Health Awareness Week is ‘kindness’ and to mark this we wanted to share our advice on how to be kinder to yourself.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Thursday 14 May 2020

Are you and your child looking forward to the first day back at school after lockdown? Whilst some people may be excited or relived, others may be experiencing back to school stress or anxiety. Brendan Street, Professional Head of Emotional Wellbeing at Nuffield Health, shares his top 6 tips for easing the transition.

Updated: Wednesday 24 February 2021

Published: Friday 6 September 2019

Our CEO Steve Gray comments “The fitness sector can play an important role in the physical and mental recovery of the nation, as well as helping us to build back better long-term health. We know that for many people gyms are an essential service, and a safe place for them to exercise and connect with others.

Updated: Monday 22 February 2021

Published: Monday 22 February 2021

Caution is key when spending time in the sun. GP and Nuffield Health Dermatology Lead, Dr Unnati Desai explains how UV radiation causes skin cancer.

Updated: Monday 22 February 2021

Published: Tuesday 2 April 2019

Natalie battled eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia for over a decade. Now. Nuffield Health's former Professional Head of Nutrition tells us how her experience has helped her to support others.

Updated: Tuesday 16 February 2021

Published: Thursday 13 August 2015

Four Healthcare Assistants at Nuffield Health’s Leeds Hospital have successfully achieved a Foundation Degree from Leeds University as part of a pilot for a new Nursing Associate apprenticeship.

Updated: Wednesday 10 February 2021

Published: Wednesday 10 February 2021

We have launched new free emotional wellbeing classes on our digital platform, ‘Nuffield Health 24/7’

Updated: Monday 18 January 2021

Published: Monday 18 January 2021

Nuffield Health has launched a free 12-week programme in partnership with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated: Wednesday 13 January 2021

Published: Friday 13 November 2020

Nuffield Health has joined independent healthcare providers across the country in committing to implement a new medical governance framework that will help ensure all independent sector providers in England are able to further improve the care they are giving to their patients.

Updated: Tuesday 15 December 2020

Published: Wednesday 23 October 2019

A survey conducted by Nuffield Health - the UK’s largest healthcare charity - shows four in five Brits (83%) are concerned about the ongoing negative impact of the pandemic on their mental health, with more than a third reporting increased stress and anxiety (38%) or feeling more low or depressed than usual (31%).

Updated: Friday 11 December 2020

Published: Tuesday 8 December 2020

A new report calls for a change in the medically-focused language society uses to discuss mental health. Created following a panel discussion in October, the report forms part of a campaign to encourage people to think more holistically about their mental health and to break down the barriers preventing people from opening up and accessing support.

Updated: Thursday 10 December 2020

Published: Wednesday 9 December 2020

With the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine being rolled out this week, Dermatology Lead and GP Dr Unnati Desai tells us everything we need to know about vaccines, including those for COVID-19.

Updated: Monday 7 December 2020

Published: Monday 7 December 2020

A new survey has found that half of British women are doing less exercise as the mornings and evenings get darker, with the UK’s largest healthcare charity and double Olympic Gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes warning of a lockdown health inequality.

Updated: Monday 23 November 2020

Published: Monday 23 November 2020