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NHS Choices looks at chokeberry extract, following a study into its use in chemotherapy Researchers found that adding the chokeberry extract to gemcitabine (a chemotherapy drug used in the treatment of pancreatic cancer) was more effective at halting the growth of cancer cells than the drug alone. Pancreatic cancer is a condition with notoriously poor…
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Whether you are training to be a complementary, sports or beauty therapist, we offer all the help and support you need, every step of the way. As an FHT student member, you can enjoy… Free case study insurance* – to cover you for practising on people outside of college The FHT Code of Conduct and Professional Practice – to…
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Happy World Reflexology Week! World Reflexology Week is a wonderful opportunity to show potential clients and employers the many benefits this complementary therapy has to offer. It’s not too late to get involved. FHT has produced resources, including: promotional leaflets/posters. Find out more and download your resources at www.fht.org.uk/worldreflexologyweek Please be sure to send in a…
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High levels of physical activity are associated with better reading and arithmetic skills in the first three school years among boys A recent Finnish study shows that higher levels of physical activity are related to better academic achievement during the first three school years particularly in boys. The study published in PLOS ONE was conducted…
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The European Journal of Integrative Medicine is seeking articles for its forthcoming special issues: Diagnostic techniques and outcome measures for integrated health “Integrative and traditional approaches to health often require specific measurement tools and to assess their effectiveness for research and clinical practice. In addition diagnosis used within these approaches is based on different theories and philosophies. A variety of tools…
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Quote of the week! Do you have a favourite quote or saying? Image: Dollar Photo Club
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School gardens limited in improving children’s fruit and veg intake Little evidence exists to suggest that school gardening initiatives alone improve children’s fruit and vegetable intake, research led by an academic at Leeds Metropolitan University has concluded. Dr Meaghan Christian, a researcher in the Institute for Health & Wellbeing at Leeds Met – which will…
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And the winners are… The FHT is proud to announce the winners of the 2014 FHT Excellence in Practice and Education Awards. Each award winner was presented with an FHT award, certificate and a £500 cheque at an exclusive presentation lunch at Coombe Abbey Hotel on 11 September, 2011, in front of an audience of…
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Quote of the week via FHT Member @catvipond Do you have a favourite quote or saying? Image: iStockphoto
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September’s FHTNews is out! In our monthly e-newsletter, we update you about your membership and what’s happening in the therapy world. Members, check your inbox for the latest news and information. Images: Dollar Photo Club, FHT and iStockphoto
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Enterprise Nation has opened a dedicated small business space at Somerset House, London The space will offer events, training and advice for the British entrepreneurial community. The space is the vision of our founder Emma Jones MBE, and is part of a bid to transform the small business advice landscape while driving forward the British…
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Quote of the week via FHT Member @teresa_rich Do you have a favourite quote or saying? Image: iStockphoto
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