The average heart beats 2.5 billion times in a lifetime, and in most people, the valves will continue to function properly throughout your lifespan. However, when they misbehave, they can become narrower which restricts blood flow, or they can leak, which causes backflow of the blood. There are 4 valves in the heart: Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid and Pulmonary. In adults, the pulmonary valve is the least likely to malfunction. Heart valve replacement is a serious surgery, however with new innovations and less invasive techniques, there are more options available that allow a quicker recovery time post-operation. Dr Iqbal Malik, Consultant Cardiologist at OneWelbeck Heart Health, explains the choices.

Fatty liver is a relatively common condition that we see at OneWelbeck Digestive Health. In this article, Professor Hemant Kocher, Consultant General and HPB (hepato-pancreatic-biliary) Surgeon at OneWelbeck, takes a closer look at fatty liver, what causes it, and the different courses of treatment available.

Do you often complain of weak and sore ankles, or you get the feeling your ankle is ready to give way? Mr Pal Ramesh, a Consultant Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon at OneWelbeck offers his expertise and advice on what can be done.

Professor Michael Polkey at OneWelbeck discusses 4 reasons why you're struggling to sleep and how this can be remedied.

Should you be taking painkillers when you have high blood pressure? The experts at OneWelbeck Heart Health explain what to do and the signs to look for.

Skin Cancer is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. Sunscreen is vital to preventing this condition. Dr Derrick Phillips explain why.

Mr Yemi Pearse is a Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon at OneWelbeck Orthopaedics, with a specialist interest in elbow and shoulder surgery and upper limb fractures.

Dr Iqbal Malik investigates.

Hay fever affects around 1 in 5 people in the UK. Symptoms of it can include a runny, stuffy nose, itchy eyes and even headaches. With so many uncomfortable symptoms, it’s not surprising that people struggle during the peak hay fever season.