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Study shows tai chi could benefit people with chronic conditions
Results from a recent study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, suggest that tai chi could improve physical performance outcomes for people suffering with chronic conditions, including cancer, osteoarthritis, heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Furthermore, tai chi could also improve disease-specific symptoms of pain and stiffness in osteoarthritis. Read the full report here Image
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Quote of the week
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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Even mild depression puts a burden on Alzheimer’s family caregivers
Caregiving for an Alzheimer’s patient is especially burdensome for spousal and family caregivers who at the time of their near and dear one’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis suffer from depressive symptoms, according to a recent University of Eastern Finland study. The study analysed the psychological stress of family caregivers during a three-year period following the Alzheimer’s diagnosis.…
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Entries open for health charity awards
The 2016 GSK IMPACT Awards, open to registered charities working in a health-related field, are now open for applications. The awards have been running since 1997 and recognise and reward charities doing important work to improve people’s health. For more information or to enter click here Image
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New data reveals increase in children’s hospital admissions from asthma attacks in September
The latest data analysed by Asthma UK shows more than 3,550 children were admitted to hospital in England in September 2013. This is an increase of 6.3 per cent compared to the previous September; 73 per cent more compared to the monthly average (2,048); and a huge 293 per cent increase from the month before (903). It is believed…
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Hand-washing lessons proposed for school children
Health professionals have suggested that school children need to be taught how to wash their hands correctly, in a move to tackle the threat of drug-resistant bacteria. Read the full article Image
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Quote of the week
“You don’t need anybody to tell you who you are or what you are. You are what you are!” John Lennon Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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Quote of the week
“The time to be happy is now. The place to be happy is here. The way to be happy is to make others so.” Robert Green Ingersoll Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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Quote of the week
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Chinese Proverb Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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Black henna warning for children and festival goers this summer
The British Skin Foundation is issuing a warning this summer over so-called ‘black henna’ temporary tattoos (BHTTs), after research among dermatologists reveals they are seeing an increase in reactions at their clinics. Parents hoping to treat their children to a temporary tattoo on holiday or at the funfair, along with party-goers at festivals may not…
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Working long hours could lead to an increased risk of stroke
A systematic review, published in The Lancet has found that working long hours could put people at a greater risk of stroke. The study also examined whether there is a link between the risk of coronary heart disease and longer working hours. Read the full report Image
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Quote of the week
“Set your goals high, and don’t stop till you get there.” Bo Jackson Do you have a favourite quote or saying?
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