The British Psychological Society is disappointed that, despite compelling evidence of the ongoing need to support the mental health of NHS and social care staff, the government has still not clarified whether it will take action to safeguard the future of vital NHS Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hubs. Despite even more hubs having been […]
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Eating fatty fish decreased the lipophilic index in people with impaired glucose metabolism or coronary heart disease, according to a new study from the University of Eastern Finland. The lipophilic index is considered a marker of cell membrane fluidity, and a low lipophilic index indicates better membrane fluidity. In a recent study published in Nutrition, […]
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A film to raise awareness of how to support a person having an epileptic seizure is receiving positive media attention for health charity Epilepsy Action, including coverage by BBC Breakfast. The campaign video has been devised and produced by Leeds-based video firm On the Ark, and relies on a simple shorthand: C-A-R-E (Comfort, Action, Reassure, Emergency), to provide advice on the […]
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Kids still strapped in for second hand smoke as Direct Line Motor Insurance releases findings that eight in ten (83 per cent) drivers who smoke, admit to illegally lighting up with children in the car. • 83 per cent of drivers who smoke do so with children in the car, with nearly a quarter (24 […]
Effects of heavy drinking in young adult brains: Cortical thinning is associated with altered neurotransmission in young adults with a history of heavy drinking since adolescence. During adolescence, the brain undergoes intense development and is particularly susceptible to the deleterious effects of alcohol use. According to findings from a recent follow-up study in Finland, young […]
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Weight loss is a popular goal for men and women alike, and there are plenty of good reasons to do so. Obesity is an increasingly common issue in the US and around the world at large, and it can cause a variety of health conditions. People who are obese or even overweight are at higher […]
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The World Avocado Organization shares the best game-changing tips to repurpose your avocado scraps for luxurious skincare. The avocado, celebrated for its creamy texture and exceptional health benefits, has long been hailed as a superfood. However, its benefits extend far beyond mere culinary delights. In a bid to reduce waste and tap into the remarkable […]
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First Aid Skills all Carers Should Know: These days, many of us have caring roles, both personally and professionally. There has been much talk in the press about the ‘sandwich generation’, where people in their 30s and 40s are now not only caring for their children but are caring for elderly parents too. People are […]
Society places many pressures and points of stress on the male gender with men experiencing immense pressure to “live up” to what society expects or thinks they should act, feel, or do. From boyhood men are told to be brave and ambitious, as they grow older, they strive to become good fathers, partners, and providers. […]
Crowded cities: health concerns grow as Brits admit to spending less than an hour a day outside. Two in five (38%) adults in the UK spend less than an hour a day outdoors, with lack of access to green spaces having a knock-on effect on mental and physical health. This is according to new research […]