Healthy Vision Month: Anxiety and the Eyes
May is Healthy Vision Month, and we’re exploring the relationship between anxiety and vision. Stress and anxiety can cause a range of mental and physical symptoms, including issues with the eyes. It can be both the result and cause of vision loss, making anxiety management and eye care crucial to visual health. How does anxiety […]
Dying Matters Awareness Week: Depression and Grief
As we mark Dying Matters Awareness Week, it’s essential to acknowledge the profound emotional experiences many people face when dealing with death and dying. Two of the most commonly intertwined experiences are depression and grief. While they are distinct, the overlap between them can complicate the grieving process and leave individuals feeling isolated and misunderstood. […]
Sun Awareness Week: Staying Safe in the Sun with COPD
Sun Awareness Week serves as an important reminder of the risks associated with sun exposure, particularly for those living with chronic lung conditions like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). While sunshine can boost vitamin D levels and improve mood, excessive heat and strong sunlight can pose serious health risks for people with COPD. Understanding these […]
World Laughter Day: Laughter and Mental Health
Today is World Laughter Day, the perfect opportunity to take a moment to appreciate the simple and joyful act of laughing. When laughter happens frequently in our lives, its importance is often overlooked. Beyond joy and humour, laughter also plays a meaningful role in our mental health. The Science Behind Smiling Laughter is more than […]
What happens to your brain during social anxiety?
As technology has evolved, social interaction has become increasingly less necessary to participate in the modern world. From online shopping and no-contact food delivery to the rise of social media, face-to-face communication has become less common, and to some less popular. In 2018, one in ten people in the UK went more than three days […]
Managing Knee Osteoarthritis at Work
While arthritis primarily affects older individuals, it can also strike those in the prime of their working lives. For this World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we’re raising awareness of those dealing with knee osteoarthritis who’s daily working routine can be a daunting challenge. What is Knee Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) causes joints to […]
World Parkinson’s Day: Exploring Parkinson’s Disease Dementia
Every year on 11th April, the world comes together to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, coordination, and, in many cases, cognitive function. It’s estimated that around 153,000 people in the UK are living with Parkinson’s disease1. While many associate Parkinson’s just with its motor symptoms, such as tremors, […]
The Power of Vitamin C for Joint Health
Today is National Vitamin C Day in the USA, a perfect opportunity to highlight the crucial role this essential nutrient plays in our health. While many associate Vitamin C with immunity and skin benefits, its impact on joint health is equally remarkable. Understanding Osteoarthritis and Joint Health Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition that […]
World Autism Awareness Day: Guide to Sleep
Around 90% of autistic adults experience sleep difficulties, with quality of sleep, difficulty falling asleep, and staying asleep being among the most commonly reported problems1. This World Autism Awareness Day, we’ve pulled together a guide full of tips and advice for how to achieve quality sleep. References 1 National Autistic Society – Autistic adults and […]
Nutrition & Hydration for Joint Health: Supporting Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common causes of joint pain, affecting around 5.4 million people in the UK1. It occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint gradually wears away, leading to pain, stiffness, and inflammation. While there’s currently no cure for osteoarthritis, lifestyle choices – particularly proper nutrition and hydration – […]
