Eyesight problems include any issues you have with your vision, such as blurred vision, a lazy eye or crossed eyes. They also include conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma.

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Long-sightedness

Squint

Floaters

Low vision explained

Glaucoma

Short-sightedness 

Look after your eyes

Double vision

Smell and taste disorders affect how well you can taste and smell. They can be caused by a medical condition, medicines you may be taking or a problem with your teeth. Some people are born with smell and taste disorders.

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Woman holding half a lemon under her nose, loss of smell concept (credit - microgen)

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Synaesthesia

A red eye is usually nothing to worry about and should improve on its own, but sometimes it can be more serious and you'll need to get medical help. Eye redness can be caused by many things, including a burst blood vessel, conjunctivitis, eyelid problems or a condition called blepharitis. 


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What is orbital and preseptal cellulitis?

The Cost of Living survey from Healthily looks at the impact of rising prices on women’s health.

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The Cost of Living survey from Healthily and impact of rising prices on women’s health

Melasma is a skin condition that can cause dark patches on your face and other areas. Learn why it happens and find the best treatment options for you.

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Melasma: what it is and how to treat it

10 ways to protect your health during the cost of living crisis from saving money on medicines, to keeping fit and eating healthy on a budget.

10 ways to protect your health, and your cash, during the cost of living crisis

Tough day? Bring back the calm with simple stress-relief techniques and exercises to make your tension melt away.


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How to relieve stress: 7 science-backed tips

Enjoy the sun but stay protected with our guide to the best sunscreen for your skin type - plus how to apply it.


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How often should you apply sunscreen and which is best?

Do you get a rash after you’ve been out in the sun? You might have polymorphic light eruption. Discover the symptoms and your treatment options.

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Polymorphic light eruption: simple steps to cope

While sun exposure has benefits, it also causes skin damage – such as sunspots and skin cancer. Get the lowdown on sun safety, so you can enjoy that sunshine.


Safety in the sun: How to get the health benefits without the risks

What does non-melanoma skin cancer look like? Get the facts on basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, and how they’re treated.

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How to spot non-melanoma skin cancers

From eczema to acne remedies to everyday painkillers - some factors can make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Stop photosensitivity ruining your summer with our guide.


Photosensitivity: why your skin could be sensitive to sun

Everything you need to know about monkeypox – from what the rash looks like, to other symptoms, how it spreads, plus the treatments and vaccines available. 

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