Tag: News
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Lords Committee hears from former Health Ministers and Care Quality Commission on better integration of primary and community care
On Monday 17 July the House of Lords Integration of Primary and Community Care Committee will hear from former Health Ministers and Health Secretaries of State in a series of evidence sessions which examine how better to facilitate integration of healthcare services and improve patient experience across the wider health service. The first session will…
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Exploring the Future of Whole-Person Health
FHT Vice-President, Maria Mason, spent three days at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in June which is dedicated to promoting whole-person, patient centred health. Below, she reflects on each day, capturing the essence of this transformative event… WORDS Maria Mason I was thrilled to attend the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in my role…
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TODAY: Lords Committee to examine international perspectives on health integration
Today, on Monday 26 June, the House of Lords Integration of Primary and Community Care Committee will hear from two panels of witnesses who are experts on health service reform and integration as it learns more about international perspectives on these issues. The evidence sessions will explore attempts to better integrate healthcare services and…
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Six reasons to enter the 2023 FHT Excellence Awards
Our annual FHT Excellence Awards are back this year, offering you a chance to be noticed for your hard work in the holistic therapy community. It’s never been more important to showcase your work and show the many ways professional therapists can make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of others. We pride…
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A Natural Solution to Tackling Stress, Anxiety and Poor Sleep
As planet-conscious King Charles takes the throne come May, this new study crowns infusions a natural solution to modern wellbeing woes – revealing the natural healing power of plants this National Tea Day (21 April 2023). As the coronation of King Charles III approaches, a new study reveals a sustainable solution to modern lifestyle-induced health…
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Making the most out of your FHT membership
Looking to get the most out of your membership with FHT? We’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll be sharing six ways that you can make the most of your membership, from accessing exclusive content and discounts to getting involved with local groups and events. Whether you’re a seasoned member or a new sign-up,…
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The RCCM is looking for submissions
The RCCM is delighted to be holding the annual RCCM Conference on the 4 August 2023 at RLHIM, London. The event will showcase UK research in complementary and integrative healthcare and is suitable for researchers, clinicians, practitioners and postgraduate students. It is a friendly and collaborative event with plenty of opportunities for networking and exchanging…
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Have your say: Beauty professionals urged to review Level 5 standard
Beauty and aesthetics professionals are being encouraged to participate in the consultation process for the draft Level 5 Aesthetic Practitioner – Skin Rejuvenation standard as part of the government’s apprenticeship reforms. As part of the governments apprenticeship reforms, the draft Level 5 Aesthetic Practitioner Skin Rejuvenation Trailblazer standard is now available for review. To ensure…
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The Global Wellness Institute defines a new wellness policy aiming to make a healthy lifestyle accessible to all
We often highlight how the global wellness economy is valued at £3.84tn, according to the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), yet not everyone has the resources, motivation, knowledge or enabling environment to actively pursue wellness. That’s why the GWI released it’s Defining Wellness Policy report at the Global Wellness Summit in Tel Aviv in early November,…
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‘Bad’ cholesterol levels jump by 20% post-Christmas
Drop butter and cream for the New Year, urges expert Levels of LDL cholesterol, the so-called ‘bad cholesterol’ which blocks arteries, have been found to be 20% higher immediately after Christmas compared to the summer. A leading testing expert is warning this could lead to increased risk of heart attacks or strokes. He’s urging everyone…
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Overcoming Anxiety with Action for Happiness
Join neuroscientist Dr Wendy Suzuki for a special event about how you can overcome your anxiety and use it to live a calmer, happier life. We all experience anxiety and sometimes it can feel like we’re locked in an endless cycle of stress and worry. But what if, instead of seeing anxiety as a curse,…
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BBC Report Shows How the High Street Has Changed Over the Past Two Years
According to a BBC analysis that was posted yesterday, beauty salons and tattoo parlours have prospered on High Streets while the number of banks and department stories have fallen. Obtained from an analysis of 1.5 million records contained in the Ordinance Survey’s ‘Points of Interest‘ mapping data (a comprehensive quarterly survey of businesses, facilities and…
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