Category: News
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Caroline Larissey Joins FHT Board as Vice President Following AGM Meeting
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Caroline Larissey as the newest member of our FHT Governing Council, assuming the esteemed role of Vice President. Caroline’s appointment was confirmed during this year’s AGM, where her extensive experience and remarkable accomplishments in the industry stood out…
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Rest, Rejuvenate and Embrace Summer Wellness
The summer issue of International Therapist magazine is here, and it’s all about promoting rest, rejuvenation and holistic wellbeing for your mind and body. As an exclusive benefit for FHT members, this edition is packed with insightful articles that will empower you and your clients to embrace the season…
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Lords Committee hears from former Health Ministers and Care Quality Commission on better integration of primary and community care
On Monday 17 July the House of Lords Integration of Primary and Community Care Committee will hear from former Health Ministers and Health Secretaries of State in a series of evidence sessions which examine how better to facilitate integration of healthcare services and improve patient experience across the wider health service. The first session will…
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Exploring the Future of Whole-Person Health
FHT Vice-President, Maria Mason, spent three days at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in June which is dedicated to promoting whole-person, patient centred health. Below, she reflects on each day, capturing the essence of this transformative event… WORDS Maria Mason I was thrilled to attend the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in my role…
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Lords Committee to hear how NHS England can facilitate integration within the Health Service
On Monday 19 June the House of Lords Integration of Primary and Community Care Committee will hold two evidence sessions as it continues its inquiry into the integration of primary and community care. The first session will explore what NHS England leadership are doing to better facilitate integration within the wider health service, in particular…
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Awards Shy? We can help!
We explain how awards aren’t a superficial affair for just boosting you and your practice, but a useful tool to help promote the therapy industry… Over the years of hosting the FHT Excellence Awards, we ‘ve often wondered just what it is that’s stopping so many talented therapists from putting themselves forward. When asking some…
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Lords Committee hears from senior DHSC officials on tackling barriers to health integration
Today, on Monday 5 June, the House of Lords Integration of Primary and Community Care Committee will hold two evidence sessions, including one with senior policy officials from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) as it continues its inquiry into how primary and community care can be further integrated…
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Skin cancer charities call for SPF tax to be scrapped
Is the cost of the essential ingredient putting consumers off wearing SPF everyday? Cancer charity chief, Susanna Daniels, says that removing the VAT from sunscreens would cut incidence of skin cancer and could save lives…
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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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