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'I'm a vet and there's 6 crucial ways to save money on pet's bills this Christmas'

Dr Ben Simpson-Vernon has shared a list of six ways all current and prospective pet owners can save money on veterinary bills, particularly over Christmas when finances can be tight

NHS urges anyone who needs ‘urgent medical help’ to do one key thing

Anyone who has a smartphone and needs medical help can do one thing to get the services they need

The Surrey areas with the 'lowest quality of life' due to poor physical and mental health according to Government data

These areas are the 'most at risk' of premature death and reduced quality of life due to poor physical or mental health, according to Government data

'I'm a GP - this is how to know if your cough is a cold, flu or Covid'

The type of cough you have could help you know what illness you have

I tried Christmas dinner at glittery Surrey restaurant and duck Shepherd's pie was divine

The eatery has launched a festive menu, and Laura Nightingale went to test it out

'Much loved' mother, granny and sister remembered in this week's death and funeral notices

Our thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones