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Lawrence Higgins
Managing editor
BSc, Post Graduate Diploma
As managing editor of Patient.info Lawrence looks after all of our features and is a member of the Guild of Health Writers.
Lawrence works with the clinical director to make sure everything is accurate, up to date, and a great read. His career includes being deputy editor on one of the world's leading business magazines, writing Prime Ministerial speeches, and advising FTSE 100 companies on their media and editorial profiles. Lawrence lives by the sea and is a qualified beach surf lifesaver. He is passionate about the wellbeing benefits that being outdoors and can bring us.
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Every year there are around 100,000 hospital admissions in the UK because of a heart attack - that’s one every five minutes. If you are having a heart attack the key to immediate survival and long-term health is to get treatment as soon as possible. Here we look at how to tell if you are having a heart attack, what you should do, and what will happen to you if you are.
One in eight men in the UK will get prostate cancer - but the earlier you spot it, the easier it is to treat. However, many of the symptoms of prostate cancer are the same as those caused by several less serious conditions. Here we look at the signs to look out for and when to speak to your doctors.
If you have a neglected list of must-read books that you never seem to get around to reading, you're not alone. The hectic bustle of life often means that many adults don't make time for books. Yet, the many health benefits of reading books make this a healthy habit you may want to prioritise.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has announced that a baby has died of whooping cough - the first fatality of 2025. The baby's mother had not been vaccinated against the illness. Here we look at how to spot the signs of this highly contagious infection which can effect anyone but can be particularly serious for babies and infants - and how to tell if it less serious. We also look at the need to get vaccinated.
Cancer in people under 50 has been increasing since the 1990s - and has risen by 79% over the last thirty years. Changes in diet and other lifestyle factors are playing a big part in this rise. We explore the lifestyle habits thought to be most important in reducing your risk of cancer.
