Gillian Harvey

Gillian Harvey

Freelance Journalist

BA (Hons) English

Gillian is a freelance writer and columnist for a variety of national newspapers and magazines. 

After graduating in 2000 with a BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, Gillian trained as a secondary school teacher. 

She went on to lead an English department at a middle school in Bedfordshire, before moving to France with her husband, Ray, in 2009. 

Her publications include The Guardian, The Sun, Woman’s Weekly and Fit & Well magazine.  She is also mother to five young children.

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Recent articles

Why your cough gets worse at night
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Why your cough gets worse at night Feature

Coughs and colds can range from mildly irritating to painful and drawn-out, and most of us suffer two or more per year. Experts agree that one of the best ways to help …

How to deal with heartburn in pregnancy
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How to deal with heartburn in pregnancy Feature

Pregnancy can be a time of excitement and joy. However, it can also present its share of problems and irritants. Many pregnant women report suffering from heartburn and …

How to get rid of haemorrhoids
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How to get rid of haemorrhoids Feature

Are you sitting comfortably? If you've got haemorrhoids (piles), chances are, you're not. Around half of us will experience the nuisance and discomfort of …

The conditions that cause unexpected weight gain
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The conditions that cause unexpected weight gain Feature

When it comes to shedding the pounds, there's no substitute for a good diet and a healthy lifestyle. However, if you feel you are doing all the right things and still …

When is the flu most contagious?
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When is the flu most contagious? Feature

Colds and flu share many of the same symptoms. So what distinguishes a bout of flu from the common cold ? How can we avoid this potentially dangerous virus and, …