Health

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

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

Lis Neubeck

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

The FDA approval represents another step in its efforts to position smart rings as practical tools for everyday health tracking

Ad Feature RingConn smart ring receives FDA clearance for blood oxygen monitoring

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

Retired carer says friends 'disappeared' during her cancer treatment

Yakult, the gut health experts since 1935, have appointed Joe Gailani as national sales manager

Ad Feature Yakult appoints new national sales manager

HeartSense helps detect heart conditions earlier, helping aid clinical decision-making and patient care

Ad Feature Cambridge Heartwear wins £184m NHS contract

Knowing when to look into providing supplements is crucial - and they're cheaper than you might think

The small changes that could explain why your dog is slowing down

YuMove's special offers make it more affordable to support your furry friend

Pet joint support: 50% off your first two subscription months

Ad Feature Discover the future of chiropractic education in Edinburgh

The forum discussed the role of beauty technology in patients with PMOS

Ad Feature Ulike hosts PMOS awareness forum

Children are often nervous during these eyetests

Child psychologist's tips for stress-free check-ups for kids

Nadia, Debra then Stephen.

Ad Feature Blackhall pharmacy relaunches after flood with new health services

Over 40,000 people with dementia are reported missing for the first time in the UK every year

Ad Feature Appeal launched to safeguard digital database for dementia patients

RingConn Gen 3 was on display at the IFA entrance

Ad Feature RingConn Gen 3 Smart Ring draws attention at IFA 2026

Nearly a quarter of parents have cancelled a medical appointment as they were too busy to attend

Parents put own health on backburner to care for children, study finds

Ad Feature 'Ground-breaking' three-in-one toothpaste launches
S3 Sensitivity Science has launched a new toothpaste that provides a complete approach to sensitive care, with a unique three-in-one formula that calms, strengthens and protects teeth.
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Calibre Health Labs is an applied-AI health company pioneering the category of Causal Health

Ad Feature Calibre Health Labs expands nationwide after securing CQC registration

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?

Caring for a loved one with a chronic illness can have an impact on mental health

Loved ones' chronic condition impact family's mental health

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

The study was commissioned by Kellogg's

Only one in three over 50s know if they are getting enough fibre

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?

More than a third confessed they regularly start the day feeling tired

Nearly half of Brits wake up grumpy each week, poll finds

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

Council sees two mould complaints upheld in three months

Carewise Pharmacy is ready to help travellers get vaccinated

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Carewise Pharmacy has the capital covered for travel vaccines
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A pharmacy is 'redefining' health education by turning to YouTube

Ad Feature Pharmacy Planet hits 200k subscribers

People enjoying the warm weather in Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens

How long will the heatwave in Edinburgh last as temperatures hit 27C?

Why the SmilePro teeth whitening is winning over customers including me (aff)

SmilePro whitening kit becomes a bathroom favourite

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

Three quarters of Brits don't floss daily

Brits aren't following a dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine

The health and safety incident happened at Torness Nuclear Power Station.

Electrician 'seriously injured' after falling from height at Torness

SmilePro's Advanced Whitening Kit is designed to help lift everyday stains in just 10 minutes, making it an easy addition to a regular beauty routine.

The beauty buy shoppers say helped them smile more in photos

Boots is set to reopen following fire on Princes Street

Boots reopens following Princes Street fire

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

Gail Peden, next to the noisy lift at Homecairn House in Goldenacre.

Retirement development residents' noisy lift fury

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

The Morelax wearable neck fan has three speed settings and a battery life of up to 16 hours

This hands-free neck fan is now £18.69

Scott Harvey was working in Redford Gardens in Edinburgh when he fell from the roof

Handyman sustained 'extensive injuries' after falling 16 ft from roof

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

More than one in 10 have put off seeking medical advice because of a language barrier

Language barriers in medical emergencies abroad

Paul Sinton-Hewitt and Adam Beaumont celebrate 13 years of partnership between aql and parkrun

Ad Feature aql and parkrun deliver £10m in NHS savings

The Sons bundle combines a 5% minoxidil solution with a caffeine shampoo as part of a daily hair growth routine

This bestselling hair growth bundle has just dropped to under £24

The Owlet Dream Sock is a wearable smart baby monitor that tracks pulse rate, oxygen levels and sleep through a companion app

Parents can save £100 on the Owlet Dream Sock smart baby monitor

Screengrab taken from video of part of a wildfire in Almeria, Andalucia, that has killed 11 people in southern Spain.

Four Britons feared dead in Spanish wildfire after car found burnt out

Amazon’s bestselling Google Fitbit smartwatch has dropped by 44%, making it a cheaper way to track fitness and sleep

Bestselling Amazon fitness tracker now has 44% off

Scientists' DNA discovery 'could unlock age reversal medicines'

More than half have decided to improve their diet

Eight in 10 Brits are now actively tracking their health

Scales are not always the best measure to monitor weight loss progress.

Thousands set to benefit after boost for NHS Lothian weight programme

Nearly two in 10 older people avoided going to A&E during winter last year due to these concerns

Six in 10 over 65s worry about catching flu from A&E trips

The Eurobike Awards celebrate companies that are redefining mobility through innovation and putting user needs first.

Ad Feature Avinox wins Eurobike 2026 Award with smart heart rate control system

Ad Feature Weight management support at award-winning Carewise Pharmacy Edinburgh

Research revealed that more than half of Gen Z rank illness or pain among their top aging concerns, higher than Boomers.

Ad Feature Gen Z worry more about aging than Boomers, study reveals

Exploratory endpoints included assessments of blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, and additional markers for pre-diabetes

Ad Feature Trial reports findings on cognitive function in dementia patients

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