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We all love to smile, but so-called 'smile lines', or nasolabial folds, can make us look sad and tired. So what are the best ways to treat them?

Updated: Wednesday 7 December 2016

Published: Monday 24 August 2015

Combining two fitness classes in a row can have a bigger impact on your fitness than you may think. Personal Trainer Rob Brown provides a round-up of some of the benefits.

Updated: Monday 14 November 2016

Published: Monday 14 November 2016

Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital has been awarded the highest possible rating of excellence by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following an inspection in July.

Updated: Thursday 10 November 2016

Published: Thursday 10 November 2016

Mix and match these 50 tasty toppings to make hundreds of delicious porridge oat recipes.

Updated: Tuesday 8 November 2016

Published: Tuesday 8 November 2016

A new medical clinic offering physiotherapy and health assessments, was officially opened today by former Norwich City FC player Iwan Roberts at Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Gym in Barrack Street, Norwich.

Updated: Wednesday 2 November 2016

Published: Wednesday 21 September 2016

The Nuffield Health Newly Qualified Nurses Plan, The Confident Start Programme has been shortlisted for the 2016 Recruiter Awards. The prestigious awards, which take place in London on Wednesday 4 May, were set up in 2002 to recognise best practice in the recruitment industry and are entered by some of the most well-known names in business, including o2, Adidas and Pret a Manger.

Updated: Wednesday 2 November 2016

Published: Tuesday 22 March 2016

Almost two thirds (61 per cent) of physiotherapy patients waited a month or more before seeking treatment after sustaining an injury or experiencing pain according to research released today by not-for-profit healthcare organisation Nuffield Health. Of these patients, 35 per cent also thought the injury would heal on its own without treatment.

Updated: Monday 31 October 2016

Published: Sunday 18 September 2016

Leading not-for-profit healthcare organisation Nuffield Health unveiled today the results of a £1 million investment at its fitness and wellbeing gym in Moorgate, London.

Updated: Wednesday 26 October 2016

Published: Wednesday 7 September 2016

Breast augmentation is the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in the UK. If you are considering breast surgery, here are some of the best ways to ensure your silicone breast implants are safe.

Updated: Tuesday 25 October 2016

Published: Thursday 20 August 2015

The invention of the Oxford Knee revolutionised orthopaedic surgery. This short documentary charts the innovations of the last 40 years that have made it one of the most successful and widely used partial knee replacements in the world.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2016

Published: Wednesday 5 October 2016

On 6 October breast cancer survivor Joanne Taylor and Nuffield Health Professional Head of Mammography Sue Oliver answered your questions on breast cancer.

Updated: Wednesday 5 October 2016

Published: Tuesday 29 September 2015

After years of debate, the jury’s still out on whether the prostate specific-antigen (PSA) test does more harm than good for men. Dr Davina Deniszczyc, Medical Executive Director of Nuffield Health, looks at the pros and cons.

Updated: Monday 3 October 2016

Published: Wednesday 6 April 2016

For episode #2 of the Tech Health podcast we talk to Matthew Stoudt from AppliedVR about using virtual reality to manage pain. And we discuss how Pokémon Go could be getting the nation fitter.

Updated: Monday 26 September 2016

Published: Monday 18 July 2016

For episode #4 of the Tech Health podcast we talk to Patrick Lerou, Senior Business Development Manager EMEA at Philips Healthcare Experience Solutions about how Philips are using ambient technology to keep people calm during scans.

Updated: Monday 26 September 2016

Published: Monday 26 September 2016

Four years since the plans for a new Nuffield Health Hospital were submitted to Cambridge City Council planners for their approval, His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester has officially opened the £30 million hospital building in Trumpington Road.

Updated: Sunday 25 September 2016

Published: Sunday 25 September 2016

Swimming Coordinator Mathew Carter provides expert instruction for learning or improving your butterfly stroke.

Updated: Wednesday 21 September 2016

Published: Thursday 1 September 2016

Omega 3 and calcium are key ingredients for balancing female hormones. When it’s that time of the month, Nutritional Therapist Lisa Holmes recommends this tasty sardine pâté rich in both nutrients.

Updated: Wednesday 14 September 2016

Published: Tuesday 10 May 2016

You’re never too old to exercise, just look at these Guinness World Record holders for inspiration.

Updated: Monday 12 September 2016

Published: Monday 2 May 2016

Swimming Coordinator Mathew Carter provides expert instruction for learning or improving your backstroke.

Updated: Thursday 1 September 2016

Published: Thursday 1 September 2016

Jay Brewer, Professional Head of Clinical Wellbeing, explores how investing in data could pay dividends for employee wellbeing and the bottom line.

Updated: Tuesday 16 August 2016

Published: Tuesday 16 August 2016