Julie Powell

Pharmacy closures having 'huge impact' on patients
What do to if your local pharmacy is closing.
27 September 2024

Your rights to a face-to-face GP appointment
Had problems seeing your GP in person? Here's what you can expect.
05 June 2024

What every woman needs to know about cancer
From breast to gynae cancers, these are the must-know symptoms
06 January 2020

5 eye health signs you should never ignore
What you need to know to keep your eyes and vision intact.
14 October 2016

Emotional handbook: I've found a lump
It’s that chilling moment. You feel a lump, or you notice that your breast looks different. The odds are that it will be nothing, but the worry about cancer will inevitably be there. So what can help?
12 October 2015

Breast cancer treatment: What you need to know
Every day, 136 women are newly diagnosed with breast cancer. If you – or someone you love – are one of them, our guide will help you understand what the treatment is likely to be.
12 October 2015

Walking safari in Zambia
Take a walk on the wild side in Zambia’s beautiful South Luangwa National Park. It’s remote, beautiful and far from other busy safari hotspots
17 July 2015

10 instant health checks we should all be doing regularly
They only take seconds, but these quick checks are worth adding to your weekly routine.
02 July 2015
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8 things you didn't know about coeliac disease
Coeliac disease is often undiagnosed. So if you suffer from bad bloating, bowel problems, fatigue and mouth ulcers, it might be worth getting checked out.
11 May 2015

12 things you'll understand if you went to University in the 80s
In the days when you got grants, free tuition fees and your biggest concern was who was running the best deal on Snakebite. Ah yes, Uni in the 80s...
10 April 2015

10 reasons its great that you married your first love
You met him at school or Uni and you're still together - and THAT is a good thing, here's why....
06 March 2015

5 signs you might be addicted to Wolf Hall!
It’s Wednesday and there are only 3 hours, 22 minutes and 26 seconds to go until the third episode of our favourite historical drama. Not that any of us are obsessed…
04 February 2015

12 things anyone living with teenagers will understand
You love them but sometimes, just sometimes, you feel like your home has been invaded by aliens
30 January 2015

Walk yourself slimmer and fitter in 4 weeks
Walking is the perfect route to steady, lasting weight loss we've devised a walking plan just for you - so dig out those trainers right now
22 January 2015

5 hygiene mistakes you make in public loos!
Think that hovering will save you from germs? Think again...
05 December 2014

What new UK surgeon ratings mean for you
About to have an operation? The NHS has just published consultant outcome data giving ratings for any UK surgeon. But just how helpful are they for patients?
20 November 2014
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Christmas party weight loss tips
Want to make sure you fit into your LBD? Then follow our weight loss tips and advice on how to avoid putting on weight over party season and Christmas.
14 November 2014

5 tips to get rid of dandruff
A dry, scaly scalp and flakes affect at least half of us at some point. So try these tips from Dr Sarah Jarvis on the best way to get rid of dandruff fast.
16 October 2014

10 minute energy boosting yoga workout
Try these three uplifting energising and health boosting yoga poses – ideal for a pre-work morning workout. Just 10 minutes and you’re done!
21 August 2014

Wear sunglasses for younger eyes
Slipping on your shades could help keep your eyes healthy and protect them from UV damage.
04 July 2014

Symptoms you should never ignore: Headaches
We all get headaches from time to time, so how can you tell if you should dismiss them or take them more seriously? Here's what you need to know...
09 June 2014

Female fitness: Doing it for the girls
Women lag behind men when it comes to taking part in sport. So we need to up our game and inspire our daughters to move more.
21 March 2014

Ovarian cancer symptoms
We now know the symptoms of ovarian cancer aren’t silent, so here’s what to watch out for.
10 March 2014

Walk yourself happy and healthy
Want a stress-busting, energy-boosting, calorie-burning way to get fit? Ta-dah, walking is the answer! We meet Walk the Walk founder Nina Barough.
14 January 2014
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5 tips for instant energy
What do you always get for Christmas and never want? The answer, of course, is stressed out and exhausted. So try these tips form acupuncturist Gillian Berry to boost your energy levels.
22 October 2013

Breast cancer: 3 reasons to be positive
It's still a frightening disease, but we've come so far, and improving survival rates, better treatment and the right support and advice are all making a huge difference. We're offering 10% off The Good Housekeeping Guide to Breast Cancer audiobook from AudioGO for GH readers.
12 August 2013

Lower your risk of deep vein thrombosis this summer
With the peak holiday season about to start, make sure you jet off safely with our 5-steps for preventing deep vein thrombosis.
14 June 2013

Talking about mental health
As tricky conversations go, you may think telling your partner you have a mental health problem is right up there with the most difficult. But according to a new survey by Mind and Relate, you'd be wrong…
03 May 2013