Simply Woman & Home

DIY CHECKS that could save your life

Shopping, travel and work have changed, and the way we take care of our health has, too. Two-thirds of GPs now urge their patients to take greater responsibility for their own health. With that in mind, here’s our round-up of the best at-home tests and checks to do today, which could be life-saving.

Take your pulse

‘A pulse oximeter helps you check your pulse rate and blood oxygen levels,’ says GP Dr Nick Summerton. ‘These devices clip on your finger and check how well you’re breathing.

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