OCD Awareness Week: The Challenges of Managing OCD at Work
This week we’re recognising OCD Awareness Week and the issues that surround living with the condition. The awareness week is organised each year by the International OCD Foundation and this year, the organisation is “shining a light on the unvarnished truth of what it means to have OCD”. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental […]
Stoptober: The Link Between Smoking and COPD
Stoptober is upon us once again, urging smokers to take a step towards a healthier life by quitting smoking for the month of October (and beyond). It’s a campaign that’s not just about counting the days without a cigarette but also about raising awareness of the critical health issues associated with smoking. One of many […]
How Depression Affects the Brain
Depression is often associated with overwhelming sadness, lethargy, and a sense of hopelessness. However, the impact of depression goes beyond these emotional symptoms, affecting various aspects of an individual’s life, including their cognitive functions and memory. Around 1 in 6 adults in the UK stated they have experienced moderate to severe depressive symptoms1. Depression, also […]
Managing Knee Osteoarthritis at Work
While arthritis primarily affects older individuals, it can also strike those in the prime of their working lives. And, for those dealing with knee osteoarthritis, their daily working routine can be a daunting challenge. Osteoarthritis (OA) causes joints to become painful and stiff, leading to difficulty in moving the joint. Almost any joint can become […]
World Alzheimer’s Month: The Importance of Memory Testing
Every September, the world comes together to recognise World Alzheimer’s Month; a global opportunity to raise awareness, educate and encourage support for those living with dementia, their families and carers. In 2019, it was reported that over 748,000 people in the UK live with dementia and, if current trends continue, the number of people with […]
National Fitness Day: Managing Lung Conditions
Today on National Fitness Day, we are served a poignant reminder of the benefits of exercise to our overall health and wellbeing. This sentiment holds even more significance for those grappling with lung diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). National Fitness Day is the UK’s largest physical activity […]
National Fitness Day: Exercise and Mental Health
As National Fitness Day approaches, the event serves as a poignant reminder of the crucial role exercise plays in maintaining overall wellbeing. Beyond the physical benefits, exercise has emerged as a powerful tool for improving mental health. National Fitness Day is the UK’s largest physical activity day and raises awareness of the role that physical […]
Breathing Life into Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month
Every year, September marks pulmonary fibrosis (PF) awareness month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this chronic and often progressive lung condition. According to ActionPF, pulmonary fibrosis affects around 70,000 people in the UK, impacting their ability to breathe and live life to the fullest1. In support of this cause, MAC Clinical Research recognises […]
Debunking Arthritis Myths for Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week
Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week provides a unique opportunity to shed light not only on rheumatoid arthritis but also on related conditions that impact joint health. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints, leading to pain, swelling and joint damage. This differs from the type of arthritis that is […]
Clinical Trials and Patient Wellbeing: World Patient Safety Day
Today on World Patient Safety Day, we honour and emphasise the critical role that patient wellbeing plays in the realm of clinical research. Clinical trials are essential for advancing medical science and bringing new treatments to the forefront, but they must always prioritise the safety and wellbeing of the participants. Did you know, between April […]
