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Your summer first aid kit essentials

As the holiday season kicks off across the UK, we’ve put tog... Read more

Exercising in the heat – a doctor’s guid...

Dr Samuel Menon, Lead GP at Livi, shares his tips on how to ... Read more

What are the warning signs of heatstroke...

From spotting the symptoms of heatstroke to knowing quick co... Read more

10 health tips for planning a pregnancy ...

If you’re planning a pregnancy, the advice about fertility a... Read more

Learn how to do CPR – a step-by-step gui...

Sometimes the unexpected happens. And you need to act quickl... Read more

Person treating dry skin with moisturiser

What causes dry skin? And how to treat ...

Most of us have dry skin from time to time, and it’s usually... Read more

How to enjoy the sun safely – and what t...

Many of us are keen to make the most of being out in the sun... Read more

What causes fainting and what helps? Gui...

Vasovagal syncope is a common condition that causes us to fa... Read more

Your menstrual cycle explained

Understanding your menstrual cycle can help you take better ... Read more

A therapist’s advice for coping with gri...

Losing a loved one is one of the hardest emotional experienc... Read more

What you need to know about hunger hormo...

Dr Céline Guyomar, a Livi medical doctor, explains everythin... Read more

What happens during a cervical smear tes...

Regular cervical smear tests save lives. Lead Livi GP Dr Rhi... Read more

Why does my vagina smell? 8 causes of va...

Is your vagina smellier than usual? Dr Elisabeth Rosén, a me... Read more

Feeling anxious about life after Covid-1...

With lockdown restrictions beginning to ease, some of us may... Read more

Why is hydration so important? A doctor’...

Dr Samuel Menon, Lead GP at Livi, shares his advice for keep... Read more

5 things you need to know about sustaina...

How much weight is it healthy to lose and what’s the most su... Read more

Spotting the signs of a stroke – a docto...

Knowing the signs of a stroke can save someone’s life. Dr Rh... Read more

Summer bites and stings – a doctor’s gui...

Summer means embracing the great outdoors, but it also comes... Read more

Are my blood pressure levels healthy? A ...

Keeping your blood pressure levels in check could save your ... Read more

Why is my heart racing when I’m resting?...

Dr Rhianna McClymont, Lead GP at Livi, explains what causes ... Read more

Hay fever signs and treatment: your self...

Hay fever is a very common condition, affecting at least a q... Read more

Did you know that CBT can help these 5 p...

Whether you worry about social interaction or have a crippli... Read more

Talking about mental health – how a GP c...

More than a quarter of people experience problems with menta... Read more

Why are vaccines and immunisation so imp...

How does immunisation work and what is herd immunity? Dr Ann... Read more

A therapist’s guide to coping better wit...

From less time socialising to feelings of unpredictability, ... Read more

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How does stress affect the body?

Stress can give us a short-term boost to help us tackle thre... Read more

10 things your poo can tell you about yo...

From constipation to mucus or blood in poo, your bowel habit... Read more

How to help manage a fear of needles bef...

While many of us are eager to get our Covid-19 jabs, for tho... Read more

How to stay safe at the gym after lockdo...

The roadmap out of lockdown is fully underway, and gyms in E... Read more

Thyroid symptoms to check with a doctor

Symptoms of thyroid problems can be vague and confusing – he... Read more

Urinary frequency: what a constant need ...

A nearly constant need to pee – known as ‘urinary frequency’... Read more

AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine: safety and...

Since some European countries paused use of the AstraZeneca ... Read more

Severe period pain, endometriosis or PCO...

Wondering whether your heavy periods or extreme period pain ... Read more

What happens after I’ve been vaccinated ...

Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of the global scientific... Read more

What can help my lower back pain? A doct...

Over 80% of people will experience back pain at some point i... Read more

Having a baby after 35: your questions a...

Are you worried about what it means to get pregnant after 35... Read more

A doctor’s guide to iron deficiency

Iron deficiency is very common, but many people have symptom... Read more

A guide to ADHD in adults

As awareness of ADHD is improving, more and more people are ... Read more

6 ways to help lower your cholesterol

Your cholesterol measurement is a key indicator of your hear... Read more

10 women’s health symptoms you should al...

It may be tempting to dismiss health symptoms that seem mino... Read more

Do I have a vitamin D deficiency? Sympto...

To live our healthiest lives, we should aim to get as many v... Read more

How to cope with anger – in yourself and...

Angry feelings are natural, but learning to manage them can ... Read more

Is my vaginal discharge healthy? A docto...

Whether you’re seeing yellow or brown discharge or there’s a... Read more

Erection problems — a doctor’s guide to ...

Erectile dysfunction is common and it can be embarrassing at... Read more

What causes lower abdominal pain in fema...

Female abdominal pain can be caused by several different con... Read more

6 health benefits of sex

Whether you’re having sex for intimacy and pleasure or just ... Read more

5 sleep problems to discuss with a doct...

Sleep is essential to a strong immune system, stable mood, w... Read more

What causes heavy or irregular periods? ...

There are many reasons your period might change — from your ... Read more

3 breathing exercises a psychologist rec...

Your breath is a simple tool you have anytime to help feelin... Read more

What type of headache do I have? 9 types...

Whether it’s a mild, dull ache or a throbbing pain, most hea... Read more

No libido? 8 causes of a loss of sex dri...

It’s common to lose your sex drive at some points in your li... Read more

5 ways to build a stronger relationship ...

Boundaries, communication… we all know the foundations for a... Read more

7 winter skin questions answered

If you get itchy skin, red patches or eczema flare-ups in th... Read more

7 common children’s winter illnesses and...

During winter, it’s normal to be more anxious about your chi... Read more

What is orthorexia? A therapist explains

Healthy eating is essential to longevity and wellbeing. But ... Read more

How to help your body recover from Covid...

Dr Annette Alaeus, Livi’s infectious diseases expert, has ad... Read more

Need help for anxiety? Here are your que...

As the pandemic continues, so does its impact on our mental ... Read more

Covid variants — what you need to know

The news on Covid variants has left many of us confused abou... Read more

5 things doctors want patients to know

Most GPs would agree that prevention is better than cure. Do... Read more

7 ways to help arthritis pain in winter

If your arthritis joint pain feels worse in the colder month... Read more

Covid-19 vaccination programme: Doctor Q...

As we start a new year, there’s hope on the horizon in the f... Read more

How to manage arguments at home — a ther...

With many of us spending more time at home, there might be m... Read more

Children and nightmares — advice from a ...

Nightmares in children are common around the ages of 3-6. If... Read more

Help for depression — 7 daily tools to i...

If the pandemic or winter’s dark days have affected your moo... Read more

Is your waist size putting your health a...

Excess fat around your middle can raise your risk of type 2 ... Read more

5 motivation secrets to use all year (ba...

If pandemic stress has left you feeling unmotivated, you may... Read more

Covid 19, nutrition and the gut: what yo...

New evidence highlights a possible link between diet, weight... Read more

Heartburn and indigestion — your questio...

It’s the season for eating, and that can come with feelings ... Read more

How do antibiotics work and when do you ...

Do antibiotics make a cold go away faster? Can we build resi... Read more

5 ways to cope with loneliness this wint...

It’s normal to be feeling lonely as the dark days of winter ... Read more

A quick Q&A on the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid...

We answer some common questions about the Pfizer/BioNTech va... Read more

4 ways to sleep better during the pandem...

The stress of Covid has led to a rise in sleep problems. Her... Read more

What is long Covid?

Covid-19 is leaving some people with longer-term health prob... Read more

10 signs of emotional abuse in a relatio...

Abuse doesn’t always carry physical scars — it can also be e... Read more

Testicular Cancer - How to Spot the Sign...

Like many cancers, it’s better to treat testicular cancer wh... Read more

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