Dementia is the name given to a group of symptoms linked to an ongoing decline in brain function. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if you find small changes to your usual demeanour. There...

If you suddenly experience back pain, there are other signs you’ll experience that signify that you’ve got a kidney infection. Here’s how to know. The NHS explained that within a couple...

Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if you find that you’re...

Hair loss generally falls into two categories – temporary or permanent. Temporary forms of hair loss include side effects of cancer treatment or a response to stressful situations. The common cause...

Type 2 diabetes can be latent for many years because the symptoms do not necessarily make you feel unwell. In fact, symptoms only tend to appear once high blood sugar levels – a persistent feature...

High blood pressure can seem lower down on your list of health priorities because it does not produce any symptoms. It is therefore tempting to downplay its significance. Such complacency could be life-threatening,...

Lemongrass, also called citronella, is a tall plant that can be used as a tea. Steeped in hot water, it leaves a lemony aroma and a refreshing citrus flavour in the mouth. Here’s how it could boost...

Visceral fat can be extremely harmful in large quantities, and it raises your chances of developing a number of conditions. But, doing resistance exercises may help to get rid of your belly fat. Visceral...

Consultant cardiologist Dr Iqbal Malik – who specialises in heart diseases – has launched a new, remote heart monitor that enables patients to access life-saving healthcare and testing. Dr...

Monty Don’s green fingers have forged him a hugely successful career on UK television. The gardener succeeded Alan Titchmarsh on BBC Two’s Gardeners’ World in 2003. The self-taught horticulturist...