World Duchenne Awareness Day: What is DMD?
Every year, on 7th September, the world comes together to observe World Duchenne Awareness Day. This significant day serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by individuals and families affected by this rare genetic disorder. It is a debilitating condition that primarily affects young boys, gradually robbing them of their ability to move, play, […]
Starting University with OCD
Starting university is an exciting and transformative phase in anyone’s life. It’s a time of new experiences, newfound independence, and the opportunity to explore a world of knowledge. However, for individuals living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), this transition can come with its own set of unique challenges. OCD is a mental health condition characterised […]
Visualising Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be an intricate and overwhelming experience. As individuals with OCD strive to convey the complexity of their thoughts and behaviours to others, they often turn to metaphors. Metaphors are a powerful tool which allow them to create vivid imagery, helping both themselves and those around them to better understand […]
Vitamin K Deficiency and COPD
Last week, a new study by ERJ Open Research made headlines, as it identified that those with low levels of vitamin K are more likely to experience poor lung function, connecting conditions and symptoms such as asthma, chronic cough, wheezing, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with vitamin K deficiency1. Searches for the term ‘Vitamin […]
Could Vaping Be Connected To Respiratory Disease?
In recent years, vaping has gained popularity as a seemingly harmless alternative to traditional tobacco smoking. With enticing flavours and the perception of reduced harm, many have embraced vaping. What was initially believed to be a safer option, however, may not be as benign as once thought. In research conducted in 2022 by the Office […]
Managing Eczema on Holiday
As many of us embark on exciting adventures and create lasting memories with loved ones on our summer holidays, for those living with eczema, the holiday season can bring about many unique challenges. Eczema is a skin condition that causes the skin to become itchy, dry, and cracked. According to the National Eczema Society, the […]
First Memories of OCD
Growing up is an intricate journey, full of challenges and lessons. For some individuals, this path is compounded with an additional layer of complexity, such as living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive, unwanted, and repetitive thoughts, images, or urges (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviours or mental […]
Understanding OCD “What If” Thoughts
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects millions of people worldwide, presenting a wide range of distressing symptoms. One of the most common manifestations of OCD is the presence of “what if” thoughts. OCD is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive, unwanted, and repetitive thoughts, images, or urges (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviours or mental […]
Clinical Trials: Empowering Self-Care on International Self-Care Day
This International Self-Care Day, it’s important to recognise the role that clinical trials play in promoting self-care. This awareness day is celebrated on the 24th of July and is organised by the Global Self-Care Federation1. The charity encourages everyone to make and share their commitment to embracing a specific self-care action. Self-care can come in […]
Top Five Questions About Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Answered
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, commonly referred to as OCD, is a mental health condition with three main parts: obsessions, emotions, and compulsions. Obsessions are persistent thoughts, images, doubts, worries, or urges that intrude on an individual’s mind, despite being unwanted. These thoughts can cause significant mental discomfort or anxiety as well as guilt, depression, and disgust. […]
