Health, Beauty & Wellbeing

Extra beds are being made available in York for rough sleepers

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Nearly 30 extra beds for people sleeping rough in York this winter

A 'massive foodie' claims she woke up one day to find she was unable to eat, discovering she had stomach paralysis.

A 'massive foodie' claims she woke up one day to find she was unable to eat, discovering she had stomach paralysis.

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'Foodie' lost half her body weight after waking up unable to eat

Finger nails and legs were among the places not being washed enough by people in the shower, according to a doctor on TikTok.

Finger nails and legs were among the places not being washed enough by people in the shower, according to a doctor on TikTok.

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Doctor reveals the body parts people aren't washing enough - do you wash these?

Stress can lead to a feeling that there's no way out. Picture by Chris James

Stress can lead to a feeling that there's no way out. Picture by Chris James

Ways to help when you feel overwhelmed by stress

A body representing York and North Yorkshire social care providers has joined a national campaign asking the government to reconsider the Budget's impact on the social care sector

A body representing York and North Yorkshire social care providers has joined a national campaign asking the government to reconsider the Budget's impact on the social care sector

Care providers' "plea" to Chancellor joined by North Yorkshire groups

Julie Hall and Dr Siri Upputuri, of Lambert Medical Centre in Thirsk, received awards in recognition of their contributions to best practice in end of life care at the Daffodil Standards Awards. Pictured is Ms Hall (centre) with the award presenters

Julie Hall and Dr Siri Upputuri, of Lambert Medical Centre in Thirsk, received awards in recognition of their contributions to best practice in end of life care at the Daffodil Standards Awards. Pictured is Ms Hall (centre) with the award presenters

Thirsk GP surgery staff take home awards for end of life care

New leader for mental health support project in York

A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency issued a “do not eat” warning to customers who have already purchased the dips

A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency issued a “do not eat” warning to customers who have already purchased the dips

'Do not eat': Dips recalled as they may contain 'animal matter' sparking health fears

See some of the most common headaches and ways to treat them

See some of the most common headaches and ways to treat them

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The most common types of headaches and the best ways to treat them

Reuben, 10, a pupil at Westfield Primary Community School, in Acomb, York. Picture: LDRS

Reuben, 10, a pupil at Westfield Primary Community School, in Acomb, York. Picture: LDRS

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York free school meal pilot may expand - but parents fear financial 'cliff edge'

A persistent pain or a lump in your stomach could be a sign of bowel cancer and should be checked by a doctor

A persistent pain or a lump in your stomach could be a sign of bowel cancer and should be checked by a doctor

Bowel cancer symptoms that should be checked by a doctor (including tiredness)

From regular bed times to natural lighting, here are some top tips to get your child a good night's sleep.

From regular bed times to natural lighting, here are some top tips to get your child a good night's sleep.

How much sleep does my child need and how do I make sure they're well rested?

Lupus is incurable but treatment is

Lupus is incurable but treatment is

What is lupus? Symptoms, treatments and when to see a GP

Burton Green pupils at the 'Healthy Breakfast Club' which has seen up to 50 pupils at one time coming in for breakfast and social time with other pupils 20 minutes before the official start of the school day

Burton Green pupils at the 'Healthy Breakfast Club' which has seen up to 50 pupils at one time coming in for breakfast and social time with other pupils 20 minutes before the official start of the school day

'It's made a massive difference for the kids' say parents in York school pilot

School Cook Jo Piercy serving up a free breakfast at Burton Green Primary School

School Cook Jo Piercy serving up a free breakfast at Burton Green Primary School

York free school meals pilot boosts pupil attendance and behaviour, say reports

HECK!’s Jamie Keeble with wife Liv and daughter Sienna (credit: Glen Minikin)

HECK!’s Jamie Keeble with wife Liv and daughter Sienna (credit: Glen Minikin)

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Cancer campaign leads well-known North Yorkshire firm to rebrand for the month

Livia Wilson who died aged 19 after unknowingly contracting a rare deadly illness

Livia Wilson who died aged 19 after unknowingly contracting a rare deadly illness

Mum calls for action after death of ‘beautiful’ Livia, 19, from York

Martin Furber looks at the issue of stress

Martin Furber looks at the issue of stress

It's Stress Awareness Day - do you know your signs of stress?

Fatigue and becoming ill more easily are among the symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency

Fatigue and becoming ill more easily are among the symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency

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The 9 symptoms that could mean you are suffering from Vitamin D deficiency

Oaklands at Kirk Hammeron

Oaklands at Kirk Hammeron

New owners for care home near York

Children are returning to school following a week off for half term, but norovirus activity is already more than double the 5-season average

Children are returning to school following a week off for half term, but norovirus activity is already more than double the 5-season average

UKHSA issues new health advice to parents amid norovirus and flu increase

It comes as part of a record low for the country

It comes as part of a record low for the country

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York's fertility rate is one of the lowest in England - expert suggests why

Women and girls are being invited by North Yorkshire Council to have their say on healthcare services via a survey

Women and girls are being invited by North Yorkshire Council to have their say on healthcare services via a survey

Women and girls invited to have say on healthcare services by council

Jane Macklam taking part in the Archaeology on Prescription project at Willow House, in Long Lane Close, York. Picture is from Jane Macklam/York Archaeological Trust

Jane Macklam taking part in the Archaeology on Prescription project at Willow House, in Long Lane Close, York. Picture is from Jane Macklam/York Archaeological Trust

'People are digging to help them heal' - users hail Archaeology on Prescription

Waiting times of more than a year in NHS hospitals in York and North Yorkshire have fallen by 69 per cent

Waiting times of more than a year in NHS hospitals in York and North Yorkshire have fallen by 69 per cent

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Dramatic fall in people waiting a year or more for treatment at York hospital trust

Maple Leaf care home, Scarborough. Google Maps

Maple Leaf care home, Scarborough. Google Maps

Inspectors find Scarborough care home ‘requires improvement’

Keep cosy indoors - and practise self care says Martin

Keep cosy indoors - and practise self care says Martin

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7 tips on how to stay positive as winter approaches- with Martin Furber

Monitoring moisture levels in a home is an important step in preventing mould.

Monitoring moisture levels in a home is an important step in preventing mould.

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How to prevent household mould as shocking cost to remove it revealed

Tuna in more than half of the tins tested from European countries exceeded the level of mercury allowed

Tuna in more than half of the tins tested from European countries exceeded the level of mercury allowed

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Warning issued as tinned tuna sold in UK could pose risk to public health

From onions in socks to garlic in milk - some remedies were more than abit

From onions in socks to garlic in milk - some remedies were more than abit

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VapoRub, Olbas, chicken soup and tea - which remedy completely cured the lurgy?

Vape Bin. Picture: North Yorkshire Council

Vape Bin. Picture: North Yorkshire Council

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Ban on disposable vapes welcomed in North Yorkshire amid ‘alarming’ growth in use

Dried fruits are a vitamin D-containing snack option for older adults, as per Bellevie Care's list of recommendations for the darker months

Dried fruits are a vitamin D-containing snack option for older adults, as per Bellevie Care's list of recommendations for the darker months

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Fatty fish and mushrooms among best vitamin D foods for older adults

You should avoid sleeping with a hot water bottle as they can cause serious burns

You should avoid sleeping with a hot water bottle as they can cause serious burns

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Experts issue warning to all Brits who sleep with a hot water bottle

Our letter writer says NHS reform should include more face to face appointments with GPs - what do you think?

Our letter writer says NHS reform should include more face to face appointments with GPs - what do you think?

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NHS reform ideas: 'Sack incompetent staff and bring back more GP appointments'

Karen (in purple) at a recent workshop

Karen (in purple) at a recent workshop

York consultant and coach to train on a lighter approach to business

Scarborough Hospital. Courtesy Anttoni Numminen

Scarborough Hospital. Courtesy Anttoni Numminen

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Concern as number of 12-hour trolley waits increase at York and Scarborough NHS Trust

Doctors reportedly confirmed it was a chemical burn and she has been left with a 'huge scar'

Doctors reportedly confirmed it was a chemical burn and she has been left with a 'huge scar'

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Woman's beauty therapy warning as she is left with second degree burns

Doctors reportedly confirmed it was a chemical burn and she has been left with a 'huge scar'

Doctors reportedly confirmed it was a chemical burn and she has been left with a 'huge scar'

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Woman's beauty therapy warning as she is left with second degree burns

Campaigners in support of assisted dying protest outside Parliament in Westminster, London, in April 2024

Campaigners in support of assisted dying protest outside Parliament in Westminster, London, in April 2024

York MPs speak out in assisted dying debate

Martin Furber explains how gaslighting can impact you and your wellbeing

Martin Furber explains how gaslighting can impact you and your wellbeing

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10 signs of gaslighting: what is 'gaslighting' and is this happening to you?

Jo Southwell and Ed Smith outside the Scarborough UECC. Courtesy LDRS

Jo Southwell and Ed Smith outside the Scarborough UECC. Courtesy LDRS

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Trust confirms when Scarborough’s UECC to become ‘fully operational’

A York takeaway has been told 'Major Improvement Necessary' after a council inspection

A York takeaway has been told 'Major Improvement Necessary' after a council inspection

York takeaway receives one star food hygiene rating after 'premature opening'

Scarborough Library is currently hosting the mental health-themed artworks of young patients from Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

Scarborough Library is currently hosting the mental health-themed artworks of young patients from Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

Youths' mental health artworks on display at Scarborough Library

York hospital trust has been handed a warning after the death of two patients

York hospital trust has been handed a warning after the death of two patients

'Risk of future deaths' at York hospital trust unless action taken, warns coroner

A norovirus vaccine is being trialled in the UK

A norovirus vaccine is being trialled in the UK

UK to trial norovirus vaccine in 'world-first' with aim to cut 'burden on NHS'

Dr Arron Tolley, CEO of the Aptamer Group

Dr Arron Tolley, CEO of the Aptamer Group

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York firm reports progress amid challenging times

Professor Dawn Coverley of the University of York

Professor Dawn Coverley of the University of York

Deal boost for York firm to bring cancer test to market next year

A York MP has vowed to end the city’s “dental desert” as a health minister warns tooth decay issues nationally are “truly Dickensian”

A York MP has vowed to end the city’s “dental desert” as a health minister warns tooth decay issues nationally are “truly Dickensian”

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MP vows to end York ‘dental desert’ amid ‘Dickensian’ national tooth decay warning

Jokers hijack conversation about NHS's future 'Keep apples away from doctors'

Bagpipes were part of the multicultural event, whose proceedings were opened by Councillor

Bagpipes were part of the multicultural event, whose proceedings were opened by Councillor

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Bagpipes, poetry and dancing part of North Yorkshire nursing home event

Parkinson's UK's York branch, which meets monthly at New Earswick Folk Hall, celebrated its 45th anniversary on October 9. Branch chair Lorna Edmondson helped with the cake-cutting ceremony

Parkinson's UK's York branch, which meets monthly at New Earswick Folk Hall, celebrated its 45th anniversary on October 9. Branch chair Lorna Edmondson helped with the cake-cutting ceremony

Parkinson's UK York branch celebrates 45 years with afternoon of music

Millie Borbajo, who works at Mulberry Court in York, has been recognised with an award for her 20 years of service to Barchester Healthcare

Millie Borbajo, who works at Mulberry Court in York, has been recognised with an award for her 20 years of service to Barchester Healthcare

Barchester Healthcare

Millie Borbajo of York's Mulberry Court honoured for 20 years' service

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s endoscopy service has received accreditation from the Royal College of Physicians’ Joint Advisory Group on gastrointestinal endoscopy. Pictured is operational lead, Will Jolly

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s endoscopy service has received accreditation from the Royal College of Physicians’ Joint Advisory Group on gastrointestinal endoscopy. Pictured is operational lead, Will Jolly

Accreditation for York and Scarborough NHS Trust endoscopy service

The York Endoscopy team

The York Endoscopy team

‘Landmark achievement’ for service provided by York hospital trust