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  • As more readers use smartphones to browse websites, does it mean that mobile versions are essential for all businesses? As mobile websites become more commonplace, there could well be a detrimental effect for any business NOT meeting the changing expectations of their visitors. But we’re not quite there yet. Full article Image: iStockphoto

  • Serena Williams, the number one ranked female tennis player in the world, has condensed her recipe for a strong core into a 15-minute training app which [launched] on Friday, March 15th. The 31-year-old claims that CorePower, the name of her workout with Nike Training Club, is like “having a personal trainer on your phone.” Despite…

  • SIMPLE TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING MOVEMENT. 19th May, 11.30am – 12.45pmFHT Annual Training Congress @ NEC, Birmingham  Denise Gurney is a Kinesiopractor® who has been a member of the Professional Kinesiology Practice family for more than 20 years. Denise studied and practised for many years, keeping abreast of the legislative and accreditation changes affecting complementary health…

  • Routine maintenance may affect access of www.fht.org.uk Please be advised that routine maintenance at FHT HQ, on Saturday 15th March, may result in the website being temporarily unavailable. If you have any membership and insurance queries, please email info@fht.org.uk or call 023 8062 4350, Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Image: iStockphoto

  • New story massage for Tsunami victims by Mary Atkinson, FFHT All children love a story and when combined with the benefits of simple massage, there are wonderful opportunities for creative and therapeutic interaction. Story Massage involves the use of simple movements (through clothes), which are associated with words. Story Massage is an easy and fun…

  • Antimicrobial resistance poses ‘catastrophic threat’, says Chief Medical Officer Global action is needed to tackle the catastrophic threat of antimicrobial resistance, which in 20 years could see any one of us dying following minor surgery, England’s Chief Medical Officer Professor Dame Sally Davies said today. The stark warning comes as the second volume of the…

  • United Nations International Day of Happiness20th March 2013 A profound shift in attitudes is underway all over the world. People are now recognising that ‘progress’ should be about increasing human happiness and wellbeing, not just growing the economy at all costs. That’s why all 193 United Nations member states have adopted a resolution calling for…

  • Leading futurologists have predicted that jobs and the way we work will be very different in 10 to 20 years time, as reported in the Telegraph. The following are predicted to be lucrative careers by 2030: Elderly well-being consultant Specialises in holistic and personalised care for the elderly Personal medical apothecary Provides a bespoke range alternative…

  • As part of International Women’s Day, Bobbi Brown has launched the Pretty Powerful Campaign for Women and Girls. The campaign’s aim is to uplift and empower women. “Makeup alone cannot even the playing field for women and girls across the world, but I believe that together, those who create, apply, buy, and wear makeup can.” -Bobby…

  • Just in time for spring, Models Own are releasing a collection of pastel-coloured, fruity-scented nail varnishes. Five pretty pastel shades that cleverly release an infused fruity scent, keeping fingers fresh and fashionable! Once dry they emit a subtle, but pretty perfume that matches their name. Complete with retro ‘scratch and sniff’ stickers! Available exclusively in…

  • AN INNOVATIVE ADVANCED TECHNIQUE. 19th May, 3.15pm – 4.30pmFHT Annual Training Congress @ NEC, Birmingham   Jennifer Wayte, FHT President, has been actively involved in many complementary therapies for almost 20 years in many diverse roles including lecturer, assessor and verifier in further and higher education. She runs her own school and clinic, is an NHS…

  • 8 great fitness apps to turn your smartphone into your personal trainer and keep you motivated to stay in shape! Sometimes the best intentions in the world aren’t enough to keep you on your fitness track – you get bored or life gets in the way and you just can’t keep on top of your healthy…