World Sleep Day: Sleep and Depression
There is a distinct relationship between sleep and mental wellbeing. The quality and quantity of sleep has a profound influence on our emotional equilibrium, particularly concerning depression. For this year’s World Sleep Day, we’ll explore the links between sleep and depression. What is depression? Depression is a mental health disorder. Symptoms include feeling unhappy for […]
Healthcare Science Week: The Role of Science and Technology in Patient Care
As we celebrate Healthcare Science Week, it’s important to recognise the crucial role that science and technology play in advancing patient care, particularly in the realm of clinical trials. Clinical trials are essential for developing new treatments, therapies, and medical interventions, ultimately shaping the future of healthcare. What are Clinical Trials? Clinical trials are meticulously […]
How Clinical Trials can Advance Rare Disease Treatments
The challenge of finding effective treatments for rare diseases is a crucial endeavour for medical researchers. Rare diseases, by their nature, affect a small portion of the population, making traditional drug development processes economically unfeasible for many pharmaceutical companies. However, the urgency to address the needs of those afflicted with these conditions is no less […]
Emotional Health Day – Emotional Wellness & Mental Health
Today is Emotional Health Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting emotional health. Emotional health refers to the state of well-being concerning emotions, feelings, and mental state. It involves understanding and managing emotions, coping with stress, and building healthy relationships. In this blog post, we will delve into coping strategies aimed at helping […]
Recurrent Depression’s Impact on Romantic Relationships
During this time of the year, there is a heavy focus on romance. For many couples, however, there exists a formidable challenge that often goes unspoken: recurrent depression. This struggle doesn’t just affect the individual living with the condition, it can also cast a shadow over the dynamics of their relationship, leaving trails of uncertainty, […]
A Day in the Life Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Jonathan lives with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, otherwise known as OCD. In order to give an insight into his condition and his experience, he shared with MAC a typical day in his life grappling with this mental health condition. What is OCD? OCD is a mental health condition characterised by two primary components: obsessions and compulsions. […]
How to Identify Your Type of Cough this Winter
As the winter months continue, many of us may be impacted by a seasonal cough, caused by colds or flu. Many older and vulnerable people are encouraged to take extra precautions to prevent disease prior to the winter season, such as the annual flu jabs. In 2021, it was reported that a record number of […]
Advancing Treatments for Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy, a complication of diabetes, affects millions worldwide, causing pain, numbness, and a reduced quality of life. Despite significant advancements in diabetes management, effective treatments for diabetic neuropathy remain unrealised. We asked one of MAC Clinical Research’s Clinical Research Physicians, Dr Lucy McLellan, about diabetic neuropathy, its impact on people’s lives, and the current […]
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Creativity
Many who live with mental health disorders, find solace and self-expression through creativity. Studies have shown that those living with mental health disorders who are creative, for instance writers, musicians, or artists, cope better with their condition in comparison to those who are non-creative1. In this blog, we will focus on how those living with […]
Tips for Enjoying Winter Walks with Lung Disease
This week, we’re recognising The Festival of Winter Walks which takes place on 17th December, a chance to enjoy the countryside and winter landscapes. While the allure of a brisk walk or a refreshing hike through snow-covered landscapes is appealing, for those living with lung diseases, such as COPD and IPF, safety measures must be […]
