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Nurosym can help you get a better night's sleep

What are Nurosym users saying about the wearable device?

Lovehoney’s couples advent calendar is aimed at adults looking for a more playful countdown to Christmas.

Reviewers opened Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar

City of Edinburgh Council has confirmed that there will be 14 firework control zone in this city for Bonfire Night this year.

Capital asthma sufferer facing 'time of dread' ahead of Bonfire Night

Gregor Poynton MP outside St. John's Hospital in Livingston

MP seeks assurances on orthopaedic services at St John's Hospital

What is Nurosym? The wellness device featured in Netflix’s Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

What is Nurosym and how does the wearable wellness device work?

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

Scott Arthur has secured a debate in the Commons on the future of cancer research in the UK

'Cancer research boost would benefit economy as well as health'

Lis Neubeck

Ad Feature City uni celebrates 30 years of ground-breaking health research

Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, 25, during a meeting with Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Health Secretary Yvette Cooper (not in frame) at No 10 Downing Street, London.

Edinburgh swimmer meets with Prime Minister after emotional plea

Cllr Connor McManus

Mounjaro makers under fire over ‘monopoly’ of brand

Nurse who battled childhood arthritis takes on marathon challenge

Edinburgh personal trainer Joey Jones, 32, pictured taking on his first mountain yesterday in his MoJoe Moves Mountains challenge.

Edinburgh man climbs highest peaks raising awareness of mental health

Lisa Walker, a retired social care worker from Edinburgh, with her daughter

Retired carer says friends 'disappeared' during her cancer treatment

The pioneering surgery is being offered on the NHS for the first time ever

Edinburgh medics perform UK-first transplant to save teen's fertility

Miles Briggs at Penumbra's Edinburgh Crisis Centre with Shaun Macaulay-Davidson, left, and chief executive Mike Burns, right.

Mental health crisis centre could close because of funding cuts

Mum calls for change in law to allow paid breastfeeding breaks at work
Rachael Bews is calling for a change in the law to allow breastfeeding parents to have paid time off work to feed their baby or express milk
Katrine Bussey

Student's shock leukaemia diagnosis after GP suspected tonsillitis

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Ad Feature Discover the future of chiropractic education in Edinburgh

Police officer Cyprian Kromiszewski died unexpectedly at the age of 23 but his organs have gone on to save five lives after he opted into the Organ and Tissue Donation Register.

Family of late police officer 'proud' as lives saved by organ donation

Nadia, Debra then Stephen.

Ad Feature Blackhall pharmacy relaunches after flood with new health services

Left to right - June Pennykid, managing director of Keegan & Pennykid_ Billy Watson, chief executive of SAMH_ and Shona Littlejohn, chairwoman of SAMH.

New free mental health hub to open at old city centre 'Woolies' store

Ad Feature Edinburgh dental practices taking on new NHS and private patients

New Health customers are not tied to a subscription or long-term contract, giving them greater flexibility over their treatment.

What side effects do people suffer on weight loss drugs?

Balmoral Hotel will be among one of the Edinburgh landmarks illuminated in green on Thursday

Edinburgh landmarks to glow green for World Suicide Prevention Day

Eligible adults can explore New Health’s weight-management service online and decide whether it feels right for them.

How to know you’re suitable for private weight management treatment?

Edinburgh Leisure's Impact Report 2025-26 has shown almost six million customer visits across its venues, reaching an all-time high of 38,383 active members.

Report finds city residents in pursuit of healthier lifestyles
Edinburgh Leisure's Impact Report 2025-26 has shown a rise in the number of active members using facilities across the city
Julie Douglas

Maggie's in call for action after man hit with £1900 cancer cover bill

New Health offers clinician-led weight management designed to fit around everyday life, without the need for in-person appointments.

What private weight management treatments are available without NHS?

Over 70 tools were donated to the local repair workshop

Charity 'super grateful' after Edinburgh Airport donates seized tools

Jean Withinshaw has been diagnosed with rare asbestos-related cancer

Woman tackles cycling challenge after mum's rare cancer diagnosis

The event will be held at Gorebridge Beacon this afternoon.

Find out more about Parkinson’s support

Carewise Pharmacy is ready to help travellers get vaccinated

Ad Feature Book a Men B vaccine today – here’s how

Edinburgh Royal Infirmary

Royal Infirmary handover deal leaves taxpayers with huge bill

The new Liberton High School gym, a fully equipped fitness studio complete with modern exercise machines, squat racks, free-weight areas and stretching spaces.

Brand new pay-as-you-go gym opens at city high school

Nurses and midwives in NHS Lothian are being “ground down by a vicious cycle” of excessive workloads and high vacancy rates

NHS Lothian midwife says abusive men staying on maternity wards

This Burdiehouse office is set to become a medical centre after a change of use application was accepted by the council.

Former office to become new medical centre after plans approved

Olivia is currently smashing her recovery process, although the road ahead is still long

Olivia, 5, thriving after suffering stroke triggered by chickenpox

SmilePro: the at-home teeth whitening kit that’s gone viral with over 500,000 fans worldwide

The 10-minute teeth whitening kit gaining attention

General view of staff on a NHS hospital ward. PIC: Jeff Moore/PA Wire

Exclusive NHS must 'drastically reduce' 600,000 cancelled appoinments

SmilePro customers reveal why this teeth whitening kit is their beauty must-have (aff)

Why SmilePro users swear by this whitening kit

The Rayspace folding treadmill costs £79.99 when Amazon’s £20 voucher is applied

This folding incline treadmill has dropped below £80

Ad Feature Why every child should have an orthodontic check-up by age 8

The medicube Collagen No Cast Just Glow Sunscreen combines SPF50 protection with hydrating skincare ingredients for a radiant finish.

Viral K-beauty SPF shoppers call their new 'holy grail' sunscreen

The first GP walk-in clinic was opened in the Wester Hailes area of Edinburgh earlier this year (Jane Barlow/PA)

Wester Hailes has Scotland's busiest walk-in GP centre

More than 200,000 registered dental patients have not been to the dentist in the last five years

Over 200,000 people in Lothian skip dental visits for five years

When Aurora Devine was born she weighed only 1lb 5oz and now mum Stacey is organising a fundraiser to thank the neonatal team for all their efforts. Pic: Michael Gillen

Family of Grangemouth girl hope to raise £10k for Edinburgh neonatal unit

Portobello Swim Centre is set for refurbishment following support from the public

Portobello Swim Centre set for refurbishment following public support

The Suolita handheld fan has five speed settings, a digital display and up to 14 hours of battery life

This five-speed handheld fan is now £10.99

Emma’s award-winning pillow bundle is £70 cheaper

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The Fitbit Charge 6 features built-in GPS, Google Wallet and up to seven days of battery life

Fitbit Charge 6 is back under £80 at Amazon

JD Gyms

New 24-hour gym opening soon with £5 introductory offer

Scientists' DNA discovery 'could unlock age reversal medicines'

Shore Psychology has been able to expand its access to trauma-informed support after being awarded a vital loan from the Start Up Loans programme.

Mental health clinic secures £20k funding to expand trauma support

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