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Quote of the week
“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” Henry Ford Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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Babies’ bones may benefit from vitamin D supplements
Scientists discover that vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy may strengthen the bones of babies born in winter. Researchers at the University of Southampton’s Epidemiology Unit conducted a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of vitamin D supplements in pregnancy with over 1,000 pregnant women across Southampton, Oxford and Sheffield. Women either took 1000 units of vitamin D each…
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Scientists prove organic foods are healthier
A ground-breaking new study has found clear nutritional differences between organic and non-organic milk and meat. A new study, published recently in the British Journal of Nutrition, shows organic milk and meat contain around 50 per cent more beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than non-organic. In addition to organic milk and meat, the nutritional differences also apply to…
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Sports participation in Wales on the rise
Over two fifths of adults in Wales are hooked on sport, according to a new survey. Sport Wales has recently published a report on its latest Active Adults survey, which reveals that 41 percent of people over the age of 15 in Wales participate in sport at least three times per week. This is up two per cent…
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Milk, vitamin supplements and exercise raise children’s vitamin D levels
Sufficient intake of fortified dairy products is important for maintaining serum vitamin D levels in primary school children, shows a new study from the University of Eastern Finland. Children who drink at least three glasses of milk per day had a higher serum vitamin D level than their peers who drink milk in lesser amounts. The use of vitamin…
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Quote of the week
“If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.” Maya Angelou Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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#OurHealthHeroes
The #OurHealthHeroes campaign has been launched by Skills for Health and the National Skills Academy for Health to highlight the importance of the healthcare support workforce. Did you know that 40% of the 2.1 million people who work in the UK health sector are support workers? These roles are critical, ensuring that hospital and healthcare practices…
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Government report on arts for health and well-being
Public Health England has recently published an evaluation framework for arts for health and well-being. The report looks at how art forms, such as film, music, photography, poetry, drama, dance, visual art and creative writing, have the potential to support health and well-being. The report stresses that ‘in order for arts to be included in commissioning of health…
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Fish is the dish for heart health
As an island nation the UK’s fishing stocks are one of nature’s privileges. Yet despite the numerous health benefits, fish seems to be falling out of favour, particularly with the UK’s younger consumers. While 97 per cent of households buy fish each year, evidence suggests that this is not enough with the majority of people…
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Quote of the week
“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.” Estée Lauder Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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Women with irregular heartbeats at greater risk than men
The British Medical Journal has recently published a study that suggests women with irregular heartbeats may be at greater risk for cardiovascular disease and death than men with the same condition. In a systematic review and meta analysis of cohort studies, examining data recorded between January 1966 and March 2015, researchers looked at ‘sex specific associations between…
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Mailing nicotine patches could help people quit smoking
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that mailing people nicotine patches could be an effective way to help people quit smoking. Researchers conducted a single-blinded, 2-group randomised clinical trial of adult smokers across Canada. Participants who were happy to receive nicotine patches were randomly allocated into two groups. An…
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