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Valentine's day is fast approaching and what better way to prepare for a night of romance is to make a little me time. A great way to do this is to treat yourself to some at-home spa time. Run a warm bath and add the bath oil. Close the bathroom door and allow the aromas to infuse the room, creating a spa ambience. Light the candle, dim or turn off the lights to create soft lighting and a relaxing environment RELAX! Soak in the bath and try this simple relaxing technique: Close your eyes and place your hand gently on...

Take matters into your own hands and achieve salon-quality nails in the comfort of your own home. These 10 simple steps will help keep your nails looking great, along with the satisfaction that you did it yourself! Here’s what you’ll need for your Home Manicure Nail polish remover Nail file Cuticle cream  Hand cream Base coat/Top coat Choice of colour polish Cuticle pusher/ orange wood stick  Small bowl for warm water Cotton wool PREPARATION Remove any old nail polish from the nails of both hands. FILE To avoid nail breakage, smooth the file in just 1 direction rather than using...

Whereas we must be mindful of the pandemic, The weather is forecasted colder over the next week. Please check on your elderly neighbours. It only takes a few minutes and can literally be a life-saver. Check to see if they look well and their normal selves. If they look poorly advise they call 111 or book a GP appointment. The main things to advise your neighbour The heating set to 18C, especially the bedroom at night They are having plenty of hot drinks throughout the day. They are getting at least one hot meal a day with carbs such as...

Every year in the UK alone, 62,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer*, with a staggering 12,000 dying of this terrible disease. The majority are aged over 50, but about 5000 under this age also get diagnosed. In other words, one in eight women is affected by breast cancer. MYTH Men can not catch breast cancer. Where it is rare 400 men a year are diagnosed with it. But the good news is, if detected early it is very treatable. *This includes DCIS an early form of Breast cancer.  Early detection is vital. The earlier it is detected, the better...