Health

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23 December 2021

Five festive food swaps for people with intolerances
The festive season is a time to eat, drink and be merry, but for those with digestive health issues, Christmas can be more pain than pleasure. Let’s face it, eating ...

Chesca Colloredo-Mansfield speaks to Female First
21 December 2021

MiracleFeet CEO Chesca Colloredo-Mansfield on raising awareness for clubfoot around the world
UK Disability History Month is coming to an end, but one organisation wants the recognition of challenges that disabled people faced and still face today to carry on past this ...

Are you looking after your mental health this winter?
20 December 2021

Exclusive: LTA Specialist Psychosocial Team on mentally adjusting to the winter season
Christmas is almost here; advent calendars are being opened and presents are being bought – however it also means that nights are getting longer and the days getting colder which ...

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16 December 2021

Tips to tackle high heel foot ache this Christmas
With our Christmas celebrations in full swing, high heels are once again a commonplace reality in our wardrobes. This does mean, however, undesirable aches and pains in our feet are ...

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15 December 2021

Tips to alleviate festive stress with mindfulness
While your Instagram feed may insist otherwise, Christmas does not always feel like the most wonderful time of the year. Many of us look forward to the Christmas festivities, but ...

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9 December 2021

Seven reasons why keeping plants will improve your life
Christmas is a joyous time for most, but some may find the holidays a little difficult to get through. If you are someone who needs a daily boost, then consider getting ...

Sleep
5 December 2021

Viral Sleep Trends: Do They ACTUALLY Work
From drinking lettuce water to journaling there are many viral sleep hacks on TikTok, but which ones actually work and improve sleep?  Wellness experts at Area 52 have trawled through viral ...

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2 December 2021

Winter is here: Seven tips to help you cope with seasonal depression
If you need assistance with any issues raised in this article, consider talking with your GP, or speaking with a Samaritan by message or phone call via their website.  Winter, while ...

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2 December 2021

Sleep savvy swaps to improve your well-being this winter
It’s a well-known fact that a good night’s sleep can do wonders for our health and wellbeing. Aiming to get as close to the recommended eight hours of well-deserved and ...

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1 December 2021

How to look after your tee-total friends this Christmas
It’s an extraordinary thing, but it seems peer pressure over alcohol consumption remains socially acceptable behaviour no matter what age you are. At Christmastime, it’s even worse. So if someone ...

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1 December 2021

How your mattress is impacting your sleep
With so many different types of mattresses out there, finding the perfect one for you can feel like a daunting task. The two most popular types are memory foam and ...

Anthony Walsh Meets HSR
29 November 2021

Toyota: First UK Human Support Robot Home Trial at the Home of Anthony Walsh
Anthony Walsh lived in Southgate, North London, with his wife Siobhan and two young children.  He was diagnosed with MND in May 2021 and went from being able to play ...

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24 November 2021

How to get the right balance of festive fun and fitness this Christmas
It’s officially the time of year for festive parties, boozy nights, and comfort food. Despite the excitement to properly celebrate our first Christmas in two years, you may be worried ...

Health
22 November 2021

Transarterial Chemoembolization Cost
Interventional radiology methods are currently being used for the treatment of patients with unresectable primary and metastatic cancer. They have several advantages over systemic chemotherapy. Injecting the drug directly into ...

Ian Dempsey speaks to Female First
19 November 2021

Exclusive: Pro triathlete Ian Dempsey on how to stay safe when exercising this winter
Days are getting colder; TV adverts are awash with Christmas and the nights are getting darker earlier which can only mean one thing – winter is coming, and outdoor exercise ...

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17 November 2021

Seasonal Affective Disorder: Six ways to keep the Winter blues away
If every time the days start getting shorter and the temperature drops you start to feel tired and depressed, you could be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder. This common condition ...

Healthy Students Learn Better
16 November 2021

Why Healthy Students are Better Learners
A well-balanced diet is essential for everyone, especially students. To keep up with the demand that schools require, students need the energy and strength that comes with eating healthy. They ...

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12 November 2021

How to maintain your fitness regime over the festive period
Christmas is a time for celebration, for people to enjoy spending quality time with their loved ones, whilst enjoying delicious festive food. For those who have worked tirelessly on their ...

Online Therapy
9 November 2021

What are the benefits of online therapy services?
Therapy sessions are necessary for the treatment of emotional and mental health conditions. With the advent of technology and the internet, the approach to therapy has changed alongside many other ...

Art of Provacan
4 November 2021

Almost three quarters of Brits are craving calmness after 18 months of struggle and unease
New findings by consumer-focused cannabis healthcare company CiiTECH, behind leading UK CBD brand Provacan, has discovered that 71% of those questioned have experienced greater levels of stress and worry due ...

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4 November 2021

How to regain the motivation to workout this winter
As the wet weather continues to keep us indoors, it's no surprise many of us are finding it hard to stay on track with our fitness routines. Scott Thomson - ...

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3 November 2021

Stress: It’s not just a mental health issue
If there’s one thing we don’t take seriously enough as a nation, it’s our mental health. Although we’ve gotten better in recent years, we still have a habit of taking ...

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3 November 2021

How a skin care routine can improve your mental health
Even the most ardent beauty enthusiast amongst us finds it hard to follow a skincare routine, especially when stress and anxieties are running high. But the truth is, having a ...

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2 November 2021

Epilepsy Awareness Month: Five most common misconceptions about people with epilepsy
November marks Epilepsy Awareness Month; a time to raise awareness of the fourth most common neurological illness. Few people are unaware of the existence of the condition, but many are ...