Category: News
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Six reasons to enter the 2023 FHT Excellence Awards
Our annual FHT Excellence Awards are back this year, offering you a chance to be noticed for your hard work in the holistic therapy community. It’s never been more important to showcase your work and show the many ways professional therapists can make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of others. We pride…
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The FHT Excellence Awards 2023 are now open!
Our annual FHT Excellence Awards are back this year, offering you a chance to be noticed for your hard work in the holistic therapy community. The FHT Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the incredible work our Complementary, Beauty and Sports therapy members carry out in their practices, as well as those who share our passion…
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NHBF launches its ‘State of the Industry’ survey
The National Hair and Beauty Federation (NHBF) has launched it’s latest State of the Industry survey, which can be completed by clicking the link below. The survey is aimed at examining the different challenges faced by the hair and barbering sector, including the impact of wage hikes, changes in energy subsidies, rent and overheads. The…
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The hidden benefits of Easter eggs
Discover why a dark chocolate egg may reduce your cholesterol level and blood pressure – and even improve your brain power! Experts from London Medical Laboratory (LML) share eight reasons on how Easter eggs, in moderation, may boost your health. Dr Avinash Hari Narayanan (MBChB), Clinical Lead at LML says: “Whatever our background and beliefs,…
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Making the most out of your FHT membership
Looking to get the most out of your membership with FHT? We’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll be sharing six ways that you can make the most of your membership, from accessing exclusive content and discounts to getting involved with local groups and events. Whether you’re a seasoned member or a new sign-up,…
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The RCCM is looking for submissions
The RCCM is delighted to be holding the annual RCCM Conference on the 4 August 2023 at RLHIM, London. The event will showcase UK research in complementary and integrative healthcare and is suitable for researchers, clinicians, practitioners and postgraduate students. It is a friendly and collaborative event with plenty of opportunities for networking and exchanging…
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Music Therapy and Wellbeing in Schools
The Ellen Tinkham School partners with music therapy specialist to support wellbeing and development of its pupils with special educational needs The Ellen Tinkham School in Exeter is offering its pupils a specialist music therapy service to support them with needs primarily relating to their social, emotional and mental health needs, alongside communication and interaction.…
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Have your say: Beauty professionals urged to review Level 5 standard
Beauty and aesthetics professionals are being encouraged to participate in the consultation process for the draft Level 5 Aesthetic Practitioner – Skin Rejuvenation standard as part of the government’s apprenticeship reforms. As part of the governments apprenticeship reforms, the draft Level 5 Aesthetic Practitioner Skin Rejuvenation Trailblazer standard is now available for review. To ensure…
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The Cost-of-Living Impact on Mental Health
Keith Prance from Rehab Recovery shares their infographic showing the negative impacts of the cost-of-living crisis. WORDS Keith Prance The UK is currently struggling with the highest rates of inflation in over 40 years. This has caused the rise in cost of essentials, such as food shopping, fuel costs, electricity and energy, known as the…
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The Global Wellness Institute defines a new wellness policy aiming to make a healthy lifestyle accessible to all
We often highlight how the global wellness economy is valued at £3.84tn, according to the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), yet not everyone has the resources, motivation, knowledge or enabling environment to actively pursue wellness. That’s why the GWI released it’s Defining Wellness Policy report at the Global Wellness Summit in Tel Aviv in early November,…
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‘Bad’ cholesterol levels jump by 20% post-Christmas
Drop butter and cream for the New Year, urges expert Levels of LDL cholesterol, the so-called ‘bad cholesterol’ which blocks arteries, have been found to be 20% higher immediately after Christmas compared to the summer. A leading testing expert is warning this could lead to increased risk of heart attacks or strokes. He’s urging everyone…
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Overcoming Anxiety with Action for Happiness
Join neuroscientist Dr Wendy Suzuki for a special event about how you can overcome your anxiety and use it to live a calmer, happier life. We all experience anxiety and sometimes it can feel like we’re locked in an endless cycle of stress and worry. But what if, instead of seeing anxiety as a curse,…
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