Tag: Health
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The secret to grace under pressure by Psychology Today How do you gear yourself up for a big test, an important presentation, or any other high-pressure situation? Maybe your internal monologue goes something like this: “OK, this is really important. A lot is riding on this. Don’t screw this up. How well I do on…
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Want to be in Zest magazine? Tell them your secret for staying happy – was it a light bulb moment that was right under your nose, or has it taken years to discover? Email zest.mail@hearst.co.uk with the subject ‘Happiness Secret’. Copyright (c) 123RF Stock Photos
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FHT supports National Transplant Week 9th-15th July It’s National Transplant Week and this year the campaign is not just focusing on encouraging more people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register but also wants to highlight the importance of passing on the message that you’ve registered to your friends and family. We know that most…
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Viral Meningitis warning as footballer taken ill A viral meningitis warning has been issued after Chelsea and England footballer, Daniel Sturridge, has been hospitalised with suspected viral meningitis this week. The Meningitis Trust is urging people to look out for the symptoms and act quickly if they suspect the disease as the summer months are…
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Two mugs of coffee a day could help keep the heart healthy. A study has linked the drink with a lower risk of heart failure. With up to 40 per cent of those affected dying within a year of diagnosis, heart failure has a worse survival rate than many cancers. The latest research suggests that…
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Every new parent in the UK will soon be told about the subtle warning signs of a deadly eye cancer, after a prolonged campaign by a children’s cancer charity. The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) has conducted a year-long campaign, backed by Damian Hinds MP, parenting website Mumsnet and high street optician Vision Express, calling…
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This great ‘10 keys for happier living’ poster has been produced by Action for Happiness, the movement for positive social change. Their aim is to create a happier society, basing these 10 solutions on research which identified the best ways for a happier and more fulfilling life. More info PS. The ‘10 keys for happier…
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Natural ways to beat insomnia Zest magazine provides some natural ideas for helping you to sleep, with a focus on issues such as stress, caffeine, cramps and bloating. The NHS reportedly spends £50million per year on drugs to help beat insomnia when there are natural solutions available. Copyright (c) 123RF Stock Photos
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New research has identified vitamin B6 deficiency as a link to PMS, recommending 100mg a day for PMS sufferers, as reported in Zest magazine. “You’ll need to combine it with zinc (15mg a day) and magnesium (200mg a day) for vitamin B6 to work effectively. Magnesium has the added bonus of being nature’s tranquiliser.” Your…
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‘Dos & Don’ts when Caring for Pregnant Clients’ Jennifer O’Rourke, director of admissions at the Canadian Beauty College, and Jolene Ali, owner of Sweet Momma pregnancy spa in Edmonton, Alberta Canada, share with Salon Magazine their tips on the best ways to treat pregnant clients. Image: iStockphoto
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The new NHS 111 service has reached over 1 million calls! This service enables patients to reach the whole of the NHS with one free number, for those who: Need medical help fast but it’s not a 999 emergency Need some guidance about the best possible service Don’t know who to call or don’t have…
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Read any articles about a recently published study that looked at exercise and depression? If so, you might be interested in this piece on NHS Choices that takes a look behind the headlines…’ Image: iStockphoto
