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Male sexual problems
It’s estimated that one man in 10 has a problem related to having sex, such as premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction. Dr John Tomlinson of The Sexual Advice Association explains some of the causes, and where to seek help.
Male-pattern baldness
Male-pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss, affecting 6.5 million men in the UK.
Lower your cholesterol
Eating a lot of saturated fat can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Is your blood pressure healthy?
At least one-quarter of adults have high blood pressure. More than half of them are over 60, but many are younger. Could you be one of them?
'Couch to 5K helped me lose weight'
Andy Stevenson was looking for an exercise plan to lose weight and get fit that would work around his busy schedule. He found that the NHS Couch to 5K ticked all the boxes. Andy’s once-a-week bike rides were not enough to keep the weight off. When he looked for something that could fit into his busy work schedule, he found that the NHS Couch to 5K (C25K) running plan for beginners was just right. He downloaded the podcasts for the nine-week programme, and followed it rigorously. He says C25K has converted him into a regular runner and he’s since signed up to do a 10K run.
'My heart op shock'
Premiership football manager Sam Allardyce talks about his heart operation and how regular visits to his GP may have saved his life.
Support if you have fertility problems
If you have fertility problems, you may be struggling with many difficult feelings. Support and counselling are available.
Eye health tips for over-60s
Because our eyesight changes as we get older, almost all of us will need to wear glasses or contact lenses by the time we’re 65. If you have regular eye tests, wear the right lenses and look after your eyes, there’s a better chance your sight will remain clear.
10 health benefits of stopping smoking
Smoking’s bad for your health, but exactly how does quitting make life better?
'I have a sexual health check every six months'
Big Brother 2001's Josh Rafter is patron of Crusaid, a charity that helps poor and marginalised people affected by HIV and AIDS. He explains why sexual health check-ups are essential.
How your GP can help you quit
Dr Michael Apple explains what GPs can do to help patients try and quit smoking for good.
Effects of alcohol
Most people who have health problems from alcohol aren’t alcoholics. They're simply people who have regularly drunk over the limit for some years.
The secret of longer life
Small changes to your diet and lifestyle and better stress management will help you live a longer, healthier life.
Telecare services
Telecare covers any service that brings health or social care directly to a patient, generally in their homes. Telecare involves information and communication technology, including personal alarms and health-monitoring devices.
Help after sexual assault
In the year 2007-08, police recorded 41,460 serious sexual offences in England and Wales. This includes rape, sexual assault and sexual activity with children. Many more offences are unreported.
Eat well over 60
Your body changes as you get older, but a balanced diet will help you stay healthy. Here's what to eat and how to keep healthy as you get older.
- Male sexual problems
- Male-pattern baldness
- Lower your cholesterol
- Is your blood pressure healthy?
- 'Couch to 5K helped me lose weight'
- 'My heart op shock'
- Support if you have fertility problems
- Eye health tips for over-60s
- 10 health benefits of stopping smoking
- 'I have a sexual health check every six months'
- How your GP can help you quit
- Effects of alcohol
- The secret of longer life
- Telecare services
- Help after sexual assault
- Eat well over 60
