When we look at illness across the population, we find that there are patterns where some people tend to have poorer health than others.
We can improve our mental health, like our physical health, and this can be especially important around Christmas and New Year. says our columnist.
Think about how we can look after ourselves as well as those around us, family, friends and neighbours, says our columnist.
HEALTH MATTERS: Antibiotics remain an incredibly important part of medicine, but their effectiveness is under threat from over-use and incorrect use.
Our columnist says an MOT for our health could be something to think about.
We all have the ability to make new connections, says our columnist.
As well as dealing with the immediate effects of drugs and alcohol we should support the efforts to tackle the underlying causes, says our columnist.
The way that things are set up can impact our behaviour, says our columnist.
The book was designed to help men cook good and nutritious food while away for weeks at sea.
Asking about suicide, without judgement and with compassion, can give someone space and time to breath and think ‘there may be another way’.
Physical activity is important at all ages but there are times when we can pay particular attention to the need to keep active, says our columnist.
Walking, cycling or gardening is good for our health - but we may need to be cautious about a sudden increase in activity, says our columnist.
The lifestyle that best suits our natural instincts and our genetics is one of hunting and foraging, says our columnist.
Vehicles often show if there's a problem, our symptoms should not be overlooked says Dr Tim Allison.