OCD Awareness Week 2022: Living with Intrusive Thoughts
This week is OCD Awareness Week, launched by the International OCD Foundation, which aims to raise awareness of OCD and how it affects people living with it. One of the many symptoms associated with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is experiencing intrusive thoughts which can have a severe impact on someone’s life. The main aspects of […]
A pivotal point in dementia research
Last week we heard the news we have been hoping for: The results from an Alzheimer’s drug trial were announced by the pharmaceutical group Eisai, with whom MAC have worked with on previous dementia studies. This new drug has met its two aims – it clears the plaques that build up in the brains of […]
Taking part in a clinical trial for Erectile Dysfunction
Did you know that around 4.3 million men are living with erectile dysfunction in the UK. It’s a condition that can have a severe effect on a man’s relationship and sex life as well as his self-esteem and confidence. Although there are some treatments available, there is an unmet need for more effective medicines to […]
Living with Eczema at University and College
September for a lot of people means it’s time to start College/University. It also means new students will be thrown into new social situations along with lessons and studying for exams. It can be a stressful, emotional, and physical time whilst living with eczema can further exacerbate these feelings/symptoms. Symptoms of eczema, such as itchy […]
What is Early Menopause?
A woman typically experiences menopause around the age of 50 but did you know that some women go through what is known as early menopause? Menopause is when a woman’s period stops due to lower hormone levels. It can cause a variety of symptoms such as anxiety, mood swings, brain fog and hot flushes. Early […]
Our thoughts on Alzheimer’s research fraud allegations in the US
Last month, the media reported a case of potential scientific research fraud in some Alzheimer’s laboratory studies in the United States. The allegations focus on an important substance known as beta amyloid, which is a hallmark of Alzheimer’s, and on the researchers who claim to have discovered a particular form of this substance. Troubling as […]
Living with COPD in the Summer
Many medical conditions can be worsened in the summer due to the warmer temperatures and humidity. One of these conditions is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). COPD is the name for a group of lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties. The breathing problems tend to get gradually worse over time and can limit usual activities […]
How IBD Can Impact Daily Life
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can have a big impact on someone’s daily life, affecting everything from their work and social life to their diets and routines. Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are a types of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and affect one in every 123 people in the UK, increasing to 1 in every 67 for […]
Eczema and Hay Fever Season
Hay fever season is upon us and while it can be troublesome for most of us, for people living with eczema, it can be even more difficult to manage. Seasonal allergies are usually worst from late March until September, particularly when it’s warm, windy and when the pollen count is at it’s highest. This is […]
Lung Health and Air Pollution #LoveYourLungsWeek
This week is Love Your Lungs Week, and we want to raise awareness about air pollution and the effects it can have on lung health. From the 21st-27th June, Asthma and Lung UK (formally known as The British Lung Foundation) are using the Love Your Lungs campaign to raise awareness about lung health. They are […]