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High protein diet slightly increases heart failure risk in middle-aged men
For middle-aged men, eating higher amounts of protein can lead to a slightly elevated risk for heart failure than those who eat it in moderation, according to new research from the University of Eastern Finland. Despite the popularity of high protein diets, there is little research about how diets high in protein might impact men’s…
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Quote of the week
Reflexology can benefit clients in many ways. In International Therapist 122, Carol Samuel, PhD, FFHT, says ‘Reflexology can help to modulate the pain experience by increasing pain threshold and tolerance levels. Read Carol’s full article on stress, pain and reflexology
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Impact of social media on the young to be examined
How social media helps or harms children’s mental health is to be examined by leading experts in social geography and mental health from the Universities of Portsmouth and Sheffield. Professor Liz Twigg, in the Department of Geography at Portsmouth, has been awarded funding from the charity MQ to carry out the first long-term study of…
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FHT announces 2018 Excellence Awards Finalists
We are delighted to announce the finalists for our prestigious 2018 FHT Excellence Awards, which showcase how professional therapy practitioners and trainers are making a difference to those living and working in their local community. This year’s FHT Excellence Awards finalists are: FHT Complementary Therapist of the Year Robert Sylvester Coleman Julie Crossman Kelly De…
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Quote of the week
Learning is a lifelong process: FHT Vice President Mary Dalgleish says ‘Never give up on your own learning, whether it is from your students, fellow therapists or formal training’.
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Influential GP to speak at 2018 FHT Conference
We are pleased that Dr Michael Dixon will be a speaker at the 2018 FHT Conference in November. An influential figure in healthcare, Dr Dixon is a GP, Chairman of the College of Medicine, a visiting professor at University College London and the University of Westminster, and an appointed government adviser on GP commissioning. Dr…
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Action for Happiness promotes altruism this August
Action for Happiness hopes to spread selfless goodwill this month, with its ‘Altruistic August’ action calendar. The movement publishes monthly calendars, offering daily affirmations on the theme of the respective month. ‘Altruistic August’ follows ‘Jump Back July’, ‘Joyful June’, ‘Meaningful May’, ‘Active April’, ‘Mindful March’, ‘Friendly February’ and ‘Happy January.’ Suggestions for this month include…
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Professional Standards Authority seeks registrants’ views on website
The FHT runs the largest Accredited Register of complementary therapists to be independently approved by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care. The Professional Standards Authority is currently reviewing its website and would welcome feedback and suggestions from those who are listed on the FHT’s Accredited Register. If you have a few minutes,…
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Three top tips for treating an athlete from injury to performance
FHT Accredited Course Provider, Cameron Reid shares his three top tips for treating an athlete from injury to performance.
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Quote of the week
What does being a therapist mean to you? In International Therapist issue 124 2017 FHT Excellence Award Winner Cristina Coelho, MFHT said, ‘I have always set out to help people become the best version of themselves and am constantly assessing and re-assessing, tailoring and tweaking for each client’s needs.’
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Awards recognise the contribution of therapists working in pain management and palliative care
Sponsored by the FHT, the Complementary Therapy Awards aim to acknowledge the success, innovation and best practice of complementary therapists. Whether you help clients manage a chronic condition, illness, or support general wellbeing, award organisers Chamberlain Dunn would like to hear from you. In this blog post we take a look at two of this…
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FHT member interviewed for the Dungannon Herald
FHT member, Jackie Grimley, has recently been featured in the Dungannon Herald as the subject of ‘The Big Interview’. Jackie told journalist Annmay McNally about her career journey, her recent Families First Northern Ireland Healthcare Provider Award win, and how helping other people is central to her role as a complementary therapist. Jackie’s commitment to helping…
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