Your health
NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland has the vision to lead Leicestershire and Rutland to become the healthiest place in the UK.
In this section of our website, you will find information and advice on how to keep fit and healthy.
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NHS Choices website also provides useful practical advice assessment tools.
Map of Medicine health guides can help take the stress out of health problems. You see what your doctor sees, so you know exactly what's happening with your treatment, what the next steps are likely to be and the choices you will have.
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Our membership scheme currently has more than 9,500 members. Membership means that we can get key health messages directly to you, and we can work with you when buying health services on your behalf. As a member, you will receive discounts on various goods and services, and our regular newsletter 'Healthy Times'.
Find out more about the scheme and how you can become a member.
Fasting during the holy Islamic month of Ramadan can be good for your health if it's done correctly. For 2011 Ramadan begins on Sunday night 31 July or early Monday 1 August, depending on the sighting of the moon, and lasts for 30 days.
As the Ramadan fast only lasts from dawn till dusk, the body's energy can be replaced in the pre-dawn and dusk meals. After a few days of the fast, higher levels of endorphins appear in the blood, making you more alert and giving an overall feeling of general mental wellbeing.
Muslims have contributed to a series NHS web pages to help people better understand what happens to the body when you fast and how to deal with some common problems. There is also a section of questions and answers, including help for people who need to take normal medication during the holy month of Ramadan.