Health

Two bold cyclists are preparing to bare all and saddle up to take on a unique nude fundraising challenge in aid of a cause close to their hearts.

More residents of Newark and Sherwood are living with obesity than any other district in the county.

A duo is hoping to encourage the community to join them on a fundraising walk, aiming to raise £9 million to fund Parkinson’s nurses and specialists.

A medical practice will be moving to a total triage system this summer to improve the access and quality for its patients.

The niece of a man whose invention “changed the world” of medicine has joined a campaign to honour his legacy.

Two community staff nurses have been named finalists in national awards for outstanding palliative and end-of-life care.

Teens who braved the shave in support of a friend having chemotherapy have been left ‘deflated’ after being punished by their school.

In its weekly voxpop, the Advertiser heard people’s views on the End of Life Bill as it returns to Parliament today (May 16).

An NHS and private dental practice is progressing with plans to expand — and is set to open at a larger, newly-renovated premises this summer.

A new state-of-the-art scanner is to bring better bone care to Newark patients.

A dad of three was given a glimmer of hope in his battle with a terminal illness as he is a step closer to being able to undergo pioneering treatment.

A charity football tournament will be held later this year to help a 24-year-old woman battling incurable bone marrow cancer complete her bucket list.

An off-duty police officer saved a man’s life while after he suffered a heart attack at a town community running event.

Hospital staff are urging people to take extra precautions and plan ahead to prevent avoidable A&E visits.

A new support and information centre has opened in town, to help people affected by cancer.

A girl who used to be a real-life Rapunzel for several years has taken the bold step to shave her head for charity.

A charity golf day raised £8,000 for a charity supporting children and young people to cope with grief.

After months of intense training and personal challenges, a mum-of-two completed her first-ever marathon, raising over £3,500 for charity.

Nominations have been opened for an award celebrating hospital staff who go above and beyond.

A 15-year-old music and art prodigy has been recognised on a national stage for his commitment to inclusion.