Category: Health
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New things this November
Action for Happiness (AFH) encourages us all to broaden our horizons in the month ahead with its New Things November Action Calendar. AFH publishes monthly calendars, offering daily affirmations on the theme of the respective month. ‘New Things November’ follows, ‘Optimistic October’, ‘Self-care September’, ‘Altruistic August’, ‘Jump Back July’, ‘Joyful June’, ‘Meaningful May’, ‘Active April’,…
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Exercise may reduce blood pressure in stroke patients
Exercise may help reduce blood pressure in stroke patients, according to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. In a systematic review and meta-analysis, a team of scientists looked at various medical databases to evaluate the effects of aerobic or resistance exercise interventions in patients after a stroke or transient ischaemic attack…
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Therapy dogs for children with speech difficulties shows promising results
Therapy assisted by a dog could be more effective than standard speech and language therapy for children with communication impairments, suggests a new study published in the journal Anthrozoös. The study found children with the condition developmental dysphasia, which affects the ability to communicate and form words, were more likely to be able to mimic…
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FHT contributes to fertility feature in Your Healthy Living
Pick up the October issue of Your Healthy Living magazine to read an article by the FHT on natural ways to boost fertility and support a natural pregnancy. In the article we look at how to keep a balanced diet during pregnancy, how complementary therapies can help and direct readers to find a suitably qualified…
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Can you volunteer this Christmas?
Crisis UK is looking for qualified complementary therapists to help its homeless guests relax and unwind this Christmas. A charity committed to ending homelessness, Crisis runs a series of centres each Christmas where homeless people are offered meals, activities, crafts and complementary therapies. Crisis is seeking a devoted team of volunteers to provide body massage,…
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World Mental Health Day
Today is World Mental Health Day, a global event that raises awareness of mental health issues, highlights support available and campaigns for more to be done to ensure everyone gets the care that they need. According to the Mental Health Foundation, nearly 50% of UK adults believe that they have had a diagnosable mental health problem…
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Quote of the week
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, a reminder of how important it is to regularly check for any changes that could be cancer. Find out more about Breast Cancer Awareness month and how to spot the signs of breast cancer Look out for an article on breast cancer awareness in the Autumn issue of International…
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Massage therapy assists in elite para-athlete recovery
Massage therapy can improve sleep and muscle tightness to aid recovery in elite para-athletes, according to a study published in BMJ Open Sport and Exercise Medicine (Kennedy et al, 2018). In a mixed methods study, scientists invited nine members of Team Roger C Peace, an elite para-cycling team from South Carolina, USA, to receive one…
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Reflexology could help with surgery anxiety
Reflexology may benefit patients who are undergoing cardiovascular medical procedures, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Advanced Nursing. A team of researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials involving reflexology as a complementary therapy for cardiovascular patients undergoing procedures, to establish its effect on anxiety. Using leading…
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Learn how the NHS works in online course
Updated 13/11/2018 The King’s Fund has set up a free online course about the NHS in England, which will allow people to get a detailed understanding of ‘its inner workings, current and future challenges, and how it all fits together’. The NHS Explained: How the Health System in England Really Works course starts on 15…
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National fitness day 2018
On Wednesday 26 September sports enthusiasts and health campaigners across the UK are coming together to promote National Fitness Day, highlighting the role physical activity plays in health and wellbeing. The day will be officially launched at the City of London Corporation’s Guildhall Courtyard by ballerina and Strictly judge, Dame Darcey Bussell, who will guide…
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