As we enter the new year, here are some tips on how to stay healthy and well and to make better use of the NHS in 2025: 1. Exercise regularly, aiming to include outdoor activities for sunlight exposure, which can help with physical fitness and improve mood, especially for those affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). 2. Don’t smoke. Smoking is a major risk factor for diseases such as lung cancer and heart disease. Quitting smoking significantly reduces these risks. 3. Take-up the offer of any NHS vaccinations that you are eligible for. If you have young children, make sure they are also up to date with their NHS vaccinations. 4. Sunlight exposure may be limited in Winter, so consider vitamin D supplementation if you are in a group that this is recommended for. 5. Attend for NHS health screening appointments when invited. 6. Eat five portions of fruit & vegetables every day and eat plenty of high-fibre foods. Eating a nutritious diet is important for maintaining a health...
Updates from Imperial College London's Professor of Primary Care & Public Health