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The new year is a time to reflect and reset. It can be a great starting point to prioritise your health, wealth, and lifestyle. So, with the start of 2024, why not make some New Year resolutions and kick-start the changes you have been meaning to make?

Explore a swift and effective Carpal Tunnel Release recovery. Our blog provides insights on timelines, exercises, and tips for a smooth rehabilitation process.

Discover when surgery is crucial for hernia treatment. In this blog learn about the types of hernias that typically require surgical intervention for optimal recovery. 

Explore the importance of regular men's health check-ups in our comprehensive guide. From preventive measures to early detection, discover how routine screenings can empower men to take control of their well-being. Unlock the secrets to a proactive approach to men's health today.

In this article, you can learn about lung capacity and why it is important. We also suggest two simple breathing exercises to support your lung capacity with instructions on how to do them.

As lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer, it’s important to help develop awareness and understanding of this deadly disease, so we’ve put together our patient’s most commonly asked questions and their answers. 

Here are 10 ways from our Specialist Registered Dietitian Nichola Ludlam-Raine, to show that your weight loss surgery has been successful.

We are delighted to welcome Dr Donna Hutchinson to our private GP team. Dr Hutchinson has over 26 years in medicine and provides clinics at Fitzwilliam Hospital on Friday Mornings. So, let’s find out more about Dr Hutchinson.

We speak to Ward and POA lead at Clifton Park, Katy Johns on joining Ramsay Health Care UK and how her experience has been since she joined.

People are at the heart of everything we do at Ramsay and part of my role is to ensure that we maintain high levels of quality throughout our units via quality assurance, audit compliance, infection prevention control to name but a few, to ensure our patients have safe surgical outcomes. 

Hear from staff members of our National Enquiry Team speak about working for Ramsay Health Care.

We speak to Jan Matin, Head of Clinical Services at The Yorkshire Clinic about her role, her daily activities, advice for others and her progression within Ramsay Health Care UK.

Dr Sujata Gupta, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist within Ramsay Health Care, answers some of the most commonly asked questions about the menopause and debunks a well-told myth.

Dr. Rosie Shire is an experienced GP with a special interest in menopause. She is passionate about making sure women receive the most up-to-date information about menopause, to enable them to make the right decision for them about treatment.

We have been looking at both the benefits and the potential damage that cup of coffee can have on your health.

Although the health benefits of eating green vegetables are well known, a new study has revealed that eating broccoli has particular benefits. Read on to find out more.

This Easter why not indulge in that Easter Egg, believe it or not dark chocolate potentially holds many benefits to health.

We all know that smoking is not good for your health. It causes lung cancer, strokes and coronary heart disease, to name just a few. In this article we discuss a number of the problems smoking can have on your bones and joints.

If you have unsightly varicose veins, then showing off your legs for the first time in months may be too embarrassing to contemplate. Read on to find out more about the diagnosis and treatments we can offer at Ramsay Healthcare for varicose veins. 

Research on rats has found that sugar is more addictive than opioid drugs such as cocaine, and that there can be withdrawal symptoms when cutting out. Read on to find out more. 

Do you want to find out about a possible link between health conditions such as diabetes and erectile dysfunction? In this article we delve into that and symptoms you may need to be aware of.

With the weather getting warmer and longer days, what better time to be motivated to have weight loss surgery so that you can enjoy a healthier and more active lifestyle, and commit to significant weight loss.

Keep your bones and muscles strong, top up your Vitamin D by enjoying short bursts of exposure to the sun.

A European study found that people who are obese but metabolically healthy had a 28% higher risk of heart disease than people who are a normal weight.

Determine the cause of your cycling discomfort or injury and look at a customised rehabilitation programme to suit you and your needs, helping to improve comfort, prevent injury and enhance performance.

Have you made New Year’s resolutions? Here are some top tips to help you keep to them.

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects around 2.2 million people in the UK, with two different types. This article explains those types and further facts around the disease. 

Most people don’t get enough sleep. We are a society that burns the candle at both ends. But there are associated health risks with not getting enough sleep, read on to find out more. 

This article talks about ways to minimise the chance of you injuring yourself whilst trying to keep fit or doing the sport you love. Sports injuries are not just for athletes, in most cases the damage done in a ‘sports injury’ is actually exactly the same as the damage done if you injure your shoulder painting or falling down the stairs. 

Parkinson’s disease affects around one in 500 people. It is a condition that causes problems in the brain, and it gets worse over time.

A scientist from New York has caused a stir in the world of nutrition by claiming that salt is necessary and good for us.

A study has found that a protein released from fat in the body can cause non-cancerous cells to turn into cancerous ones. Read on to find out more about how belly fat is linked to cancer. 

Retired professional footballers are two to three times more likely to develop knee pain, knee osteoarthritis and need knee replacement surgery. Read on to find out more about how knee problems can become a risk to retired footballers. 

There is plenty of research to show the health benefits of drinking tea, read more to find out what these benefits are.

We explore what you need to do to prepare for bunion surgery, the support you may need and how to make your recovery as quick as possible 

When diagnosing a potential health issue, there are many different tools and methods that medical professionals make use of, each with its own particular specialism. Find out more about the different tests and scans at Ramsay Health Care UK.

Understanding what exactly a frozen shoulder is, the potential causes and how it should be treated. 

Going for a walk is one of the most accessible, most straightforward and most enjoyable ways of exercising. Whether you’re just taking a stroll through your local park, or taking a hike up a mountain trail, you’ll be working your muscles and improving your health with every step you take.

Learn here the importance of warming up before  sport including why is it important, the benefits, the dangers of skipping a warm-up and much more!

We've outlined 10 healthy nudges below that you can apply to your own diet and lifestyle; pick two or three to start with and see how you get on!

Obesity is a term most of us are familiar with. It’s often talked about in the news or in articles, and we’ve probably heard it in a medical context at one point or another. But what exactly is obesity and when does it become a problem?

If you’re looking to up your health and fitness game and want to incorporate a fun activity into your routine, cycling may be the exercise for you. Cycling is low impact yet one of the healthiest aerobic exercises that offers a wealth of potential physical and mental health benefits.

Having lung cancer can drastically affect your day to day life and impact both your physical and mental health in many ways. Living with this illness can present hurdles in all aspects of your life and make simple daily tasks a true challenge.

Here are some more accessible and fun ways to exercise and burn calories at home.

Do women have the same hernia symptoms as men? Often a hernia presents with similar symptoms for men and women but certain types of hernias are more common in one of the sexes and each type of hernia has specific symptoms related to it.

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that acts as a permanent form of male contraception. It is typically taken by those who no longer wish to have any or more children, however, circumstances and opinions can always change and so some people may opt for a vasectomy reversal later down the line.

8 ways to protect your eyesight and to stop developing eye problems or eye conditions. Including tips, what to prevent and what needs to be done more often.

It can be difficult to know when you need to see a Cardiologist, we explain the heightened risk factors for cardiovascular disease and symptoms of a heart condition to help you decide.

A colonoscopy is a medical procedure. A doctor that is specialised in the treatment of gut problems uses a colonoscopy to examine the lower part of your large bowel, known as the colon. 

Many of us have worried about our cholesterol levels at one time or another, but do you know what a healthy level is and what can affect it?

 It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of a hernia so that you can seek medical advice and undergo necessary treatment or hernia repair surgery.

Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK¹ and it is also one of the most serious types of cancer. As with all cancers, the likelihood of survival is higher if lung cancer is caught in the early stages when it is most treatable. 

Having lung cancer can drastically affect your day to day life and impact both your physical and mental health in many ways. Living with this illness can present hurdles in all aspects of your life and make simple daily tasks a true challenge.

At Ramsay Health Care UK, we have created an all-new interact body map to raise awareness of the many negative effects that carrying extra weight can have on an individual, from affecting daily routine to long term health problems, including pressure on the joints and overall mental health

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some ideas on how you can improve a healthy gut including a ‘Good for your gut’ Breakfast.

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some advice to support a healthy immune system from nutrients to lifestyle factor tips.

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some tips on how to keep healthy during the summer BBQ season.

All you need to know about pre and post-operative diets for vegetarian, vegan or gluten free patients to follow before & after the weight loss surgery

Here are a few exercises you can try out to see what works for you to help supplement your weight-loss program, or if you’re just interested in feeling a bit healthier

If you are considering weight loss surgery you may wonder what criteria you need to qualify. Read our handy guide now.

When deciding to lose weight, it’s important to set yourself realistic and achievable goals, and to go about it in a healthy way. 

According to statistics from Cancer Research UK, after smoking, obesity is the biggest cause of cancer in the UK. So how do you avoid becoming obese? Here are some tips

A small guide to help people understand the length of time it will take for them to see results after bariatric surgery.

A short comparison of expected weight loss between both gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.

A simple beginning guide on how best to fight back against obesity.

Weight loss surgery is used as a treatment for patients who are obese & requires a life-long commitment to weight loss -  several factors your bariatric surgeon will asses before recommending it

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some advice around navigating through Christmas without gaining weight.

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some top tips for a healthy and sustainable weight loss journey.

Discover what is involved in weight-loss surgery as we explore what you can expect before, during and after gastric sleeve surgery.

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some dietary tips for high blood pressure and importance of looking after our heart.

There are a number of weight loss treatments. You and your surgeon will make the decision together about which one is the most appropriate for you.

When can I start exercising after bariatric surgery? What exercise can I do after weight loss surgery? How much exercise should I do?

When thinking about bariatric surgery you'll need to consider the benefits and risks involved. Find out the pros and cons before making your decision.

Our Specialist Dietitian, Nichola Ludlam-Raine, shares some advice around how we can reduce the risk of developing diabetes through diet & lifestyle changes.

There are a multiple criteria that you need to meet to be considered for weight loss surgery. We have summarised key criteria in our blog.

A gastric bypass surgery is a restrictive procedure to help you with weight loss. Find out its' pros and cons before making your decision.

Consultant surgeon Mr Nadir Ali answers the most common questions asked by men and women regarding abdominoplasty.

When considering cosmetic surgery, it is important to look at your eligibility, which can be influenced by a number of health & lifestyle factors.