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Beat those winter blues

As it gets darker and wetter its easy to feel sniffly and down in the dumps, but we've got tips and advice to keep you smiling
Boost your mood: Have a laugh with this cute game, mood-boosting diet, get more energy, naughty treats that are good for you
Ward off winter illnesses: Tips to avoid coughs and colds, stop SAD, stay super healthy with superfoods, 10 ways to beat depression


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Preventing deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Health expert Julia Shaw on dealing with DVT It's not just flying that can cause DVT

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Tips to boost your memory

Tips to boost your brain power As we get older, we get more worried about our brains giving up on us. Follow these simple steps to keep your memory pin-sharp

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Consultant dermatologist, Dr Andrew Wright on eczema

Consultant dermatologist, Dr Andrew Wright, gives advice on eczema Why you might have to try lots of options to combat the skin condition

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Dealing with post-natal depression

Dealing with post-natal depression Try aromatherapy to give you some time and space after birth

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'Hollie's epilepsy won't stop her being a popstar!'

Epilepsy in children: Hollie's story Read Mum Clare's story of how she has battled for years to make the best life for her daughter Hollie who has a severe form of epilepsy

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Remedies for acne

Remedies for acne What you can do try and beat acne

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Conditions A-Z

The symptoms and treatments of hundreds of illnesses, including:

Cancers: Breast cancer, cervical cancer, skin cancer, bowel cancer
Long-term conditions: Asthma, diabetes, heart disease, back pain
Mental health: Depression, stress, anxiety, anorexia, phobias
Kids' health: Ringworm, head lice, chicken pox, glandular fever
Women's problems: Thrush, cystitis, STIs, bacterial vaginosis


Woman in bed with a cold

Swine flu

Worried about swine flu? We've got all the info you need:

Have I got swine flu? Check your symptoms here
Underlying health conditions: How swine flu could affect you
Get the info: For pregnant women and babies
Expert advice: From TV's Dr Chris
Your story: 'It started with a headache'


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Menopause quiz

How much do you know about the menopause? Take our quick quiz to test your knowledge




Today's health poll

What are your energy levels like?


  • Really low, I'm always exhausted 47%
  • It vaires depending on what I've eaten or how much sleep I've got 49%
  • Pretty good, I have quite a lot of energy 4%