High blood pressure or hypertension is often an underlying condition, closely associated with serious health issues such as heart attacks and strokes. High blood pressure affects an estimated 17 million people in the UK. This article aims to explain exactly what this condition is and what causes it. Additionally, this article explores how to reduce […]
Strokes occur when blood flow in the brain is interrupted by a blockage or bleed in one of the blood vessels. This can cause damage to brain cells or cause them to die. Blockages to the brain are a lot more common than bleeds. Both have the same symptoms. Strokes can happen to anyone of […]
Why is the recovery postion so important when someone is unconscious? Putting someone in the recovery position ensures that their airway is clear and open. Additionally it means that they will not choke on fluid or vomit in their mouth. When you become unconscious or unresponsive, most of your muscles relax and become floppy. For […]
Whether you are a first-time festival goer or a seasoned pro following these guidelines to staying safe at festivals will allow you and your friends to get the most out of your festival experience. Get your bearings Festivals can be on sprawling sites and feel overwhelming. Orientate yourself by getting to know where the camping, […]
Hot summer days can be lovely, providing you have the opportunity to enjoy them and are able to cool down and remain well hydrated. Heat exhaustion can come on suddenly following exposure to the sun and can have serious consequences especially for children and babies. In this article, we give you top first aid advice […]
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Type 2 diabetes can be prevented by diet and exercise even in individuals with a high genetic risk A new study from the University of Eastern Finland is the first in the world to show that a healthy diet and regular exercise reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes even in individuals with a high […]
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Scientists have invented a new way to deliver treatment into the brain using a parasite. The study – led by the University of Glasgow in collaboration with Tel Aviv University and an international team of researchers, and published in Nature Microbiology – has also made the first successful step in finding out whether the parasites could […]
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While over 9 million children received all three of their first critical vaccine doses against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTP) in their first year of life in the WHO European Region in 2023, another half a million missed one or more of these initial important steps toward full protection, according to WHO/UNICEF coverage estimates. In […]
Everyone has suffered from those incredibly itchy bites and stings that keep you awake at night. Although some people may seem more susceptible to bites, others may have spectacular and occasionally life-threatening reactions. This guide gives you a general overview as to what might have got you and suggestions as to the best way to […]
Medicine and Me, Bowel Research UK: Jointly organised with Bowel Research UK, this event brings together patients, members of the public and researchers to explore current research into bowel cancer and bowel disease during this half-day webinar. THE BIG BOWEL EVENT Date and time Thu 22 Aug 2024 from 1:00pm to 4:30pm Location – Online […]