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NHS recommends simple steps to avoid winter bugs as flu cases rise in Devon hospitals

The NHS in Devon is reminding everyone of the simple steps they can take to protect their health as they gear up for end of year festivities.

Get vaccinated

Winter illnesses, including flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), are circulating widely, with emergency department attendances on the rise. We strongly encourage everyone eligible, especially the elderly, pregnant women, and those with pre-existing health conditions, to come forward for their vaccinations for these infections. Vaccination will help reduce your risk of getting seriously ill this...

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Benefits of Wearing the Right Gym Clothes During Your Workout

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/21/2024 - 6:42am

Choosing the right outfit to wear for a specific type of training session impacts the results and your morale. However, style remains only one aspect, and the practicality and appropriateness of any clothes you wear can significantly improve your exercise. Starting with breathability to support, it helps to decide on the proper gym wear to make each step more accessible and more productive. This is how the appropriate clothing will help you when you exercise:

Improved Comfort and Flexibility

The benefit of wearing proper gym wear is that people feel comfortable. Stretchable,...

How Baby Walkers Can Support Your Baby’s Development

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/21/2024 - 5:47am

Can baby walkers support my baby’s development? Asking this question to friends and family may leave you in confusion. In this blog, we will eliminate this confusion for you. For many parents, baby walkers seem like a helpful tool that encourages their baby’s development in a fun and engaging way. But how do these walkers actually contribute to growth, and what should you know before introducing one?

Let’s understand the ways baby walkers support your baby’s physical and cognitive development.

How baby walkers aid physical development

Baby walkers may look simple, but...

November 21st: Carers Rights Day - Recognising Your Rights

“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” It’s a phrase we often hear, and it couldn’t be more relevant for carers. Caring for someone you love is deeply rewarding, but it also comes with significant challenges. Prioritising your own well-being isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

While my focus here is on dementia carers, these insights can benefit all unpaid carers navigating the demands of caregiving.

Understanding the Value of Carers

The work of unpaid carers saves the government billions each year—a contribution that often goes unnoticed. Yet, carers deserve...

Skin Analyzer: A ray of hope for B2B in the Beauty Industry

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Mon, 11/18/2024 - 5:07am

As today's global population is more concerned with their skin problems, skin analyzers are the helping hand for the organizations, which link with the beauty organizations. Making it easier to understand skin conditions in more detail they enable spaces, derma clinics, and the aesthetic centers that patrons require for the services to get it right as far as their clients’ comfort is a concern. In this particular article the authors analyze the contextualization of skin analyzers for B2B business models and challenges or the combination with b2b professional services.

What is a Skin...

Making Healthier Lifestyle Choices Without Compromising on Enjoyment

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/14/2024 - 9:27am

Making healthier lifestyle choices doesn’t have to mean giving up the things you enjoy. Many people think that a healthier lifestyle involves a complete overhaul, filled with restrictions and sacrifice, but that’s not necessarily the case. Instead, it’s about finding balance and making small, sustainable changes that fit into your everyday life. Whether it’s through nutrition, fitness, or even your social habits, you can improve your well-being without compromising on enjoyment.

Staying Active Without Overexerting Yourself

Exercise is crucial for both physical and mental...

Peninsula Cancer Alliance asks people to ‘remember when…’ to boost bowel cancer early detection rates

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 11/10/2024 - 7:35pm

The Walkman and a Chopper bike were staples of growing up in the 60s and 70s… and now, part of a rallying call to help save lives with a new campaign from the Peninsula Cancer Alliance

Launched today (Tuesday 5 November), Remember when… encourages people to complete and return their home bowel cancer screening kits to help catch signs of the disease early.

The campaign shines a spotlight on bowel cancer as the fourth most common cancer in the UK, with around 44,000 people being diagnosed each year.

It also urges people to look out for their kit when it arrives...

Prepare for Christmas: Perfume Trends for 2024

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 11/08/2024 - 7:06am

As the festive season kicks off and the search for the perfect gifts begins, the world of fragrance is offering some exciting options to make holiday shopping even more inspired.

Perfume trends for 2024 are all about unique, creative blends that embrace elements of nature, nostalgia, and personal expression. Gone are the days of strictly floral or musky options; now, perfumes are bolder and more nuanced, appealing to a variety of tastes and personalities. If you're thinking about refreshing your fragrance collection, here’s a look at the top perfume trends for 2024 , along with a...

Help to see if we can protect people against symptoms caused by the norovirus stomach bug with an investigational mRNA vaccine

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/31/2024 - 11:56pm

Researchers at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust and the NIHR Patient Recruitment Centre at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting people to take part in a clinical trial to see if an investigational vaccine (a vaccine that is being studied) may be able to protect people 18 years of age or older against the symptoms caused by the norovirus stomach bug. The investigational vaccine will be compared to a placebo jab (an inactive substance).

The Nova 301 Trial is a Phase 3 clinical trial. This is the last phase...

Heart Health Awareness: Recognizing the Signs and Exploring Treatments

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 10/29/2024 - 8:31pm

Heart disease remains a leading cause of death in the UK, with significant implications for public health. Understanding the signs of heart conditions and the available treatments is crucial for early detection and management. This article delves into the symptoms of heart disease and discusses advanced treatment options like TAVI, which have been shown to reduce recovery times and improve outcomes for older or high-risk patients.

Understanding Heart Disease

Heart disease encompasses a range of conditions affecting the heart's structure and functions. In the UK, approximately 7.6...

Ambulance service offers five safety tips this Halloween

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/28/2024 - 8:05pm

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging people across the region to enjoy a fun, but safe Halloween.

The service is sharing some important safety advice for those who will be out trick-or-treating or celebrating the spooky event on Thursday 31 October.

The ambulance service can face increased demand during the winter months. So SWASFT is sharing five tips to ensure a safe, but spooktacular Halloween:

  1. Ensure that you can be seen in the dark. Wear something reflective and carry a torch so you can be seen by
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