Menopause Awareness Day: Managing Symptoms with Hormone Therapy Menopause Awareness Day is on October 18th. The theme for 2024 is Hormone Therapy and understanding treatments that manage symptoms. What is Menopause? Menopause is a natural part of ageing. Hormone levels drop, the ovaries stop releasing eggs, and periods stop. It usually happens between 45 and … Continued
Taking Action for a Healthier Heart: National Cholesterol Month Nearly half of all adults have raised cholesterol. This increases our risk of having a heart attack or stroke. October is National Cholesterol Month, so let’s talk about cholesterol. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance. You need the right amount of it in … Continued
Managing Your Child’s Health with Proxy Access on the NHS App: A Quick Guide Want to manage your child’s health easily? With proxy access on the NHS App, you can view and book appointments, order prescriptions, and check medical records—all in one place. It’s simple and secure, and here’s how to get started: What is … Continued
World Mental Health Day 2024: Coping with Stress and Burnout in the Workplace On October 10th, World Mental Health Day shines a light on mental well-being. In 2024, the focus is on managing stress and burnout in the workplace. With busy schedules and constant pressure, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But learning how to manage … Continued
Award-Winning Clinical Pharmacists: Reducing Your Risk of Heart Attack or Stroke The NHS is a large organisation that handles a lot of healthcare. GP practices now have new staff to improve care. This article explains how Clinical Pharmacists in GP practices help your health. They don’t just treat illnesses — they also help prevent them. … Continued
Will You Go Sober for October? Sober October is an annual fundraising and awareness event run by MacMillan Cancer Support. By going alcohol-free for a month, you’ll feel some benefits straight away. And a break from drinking might help reset your alcohol habits, and boost your long-term health too. Perks of going sober On the … Continued
Stoptober: Join Thousands of Others Getting Ready to Quit Smoking Stoptober is back! Every October, thousands of people aim to go a month smoke-free – making it 5 times more likely they will give up for good. Most people try to quit smoking using willpower alone – which is proven to be the least effective … Continued
Babies Cry, You Can Cope: ICON Week 2024 Warning: This article discusses the dangers and consequences of shaking babies. It’s normal for babies to cry. It’s their only way to ask for help if they’re in pain, hungry or have been startled. Some babies cry for no obvious reason. That’s normal, too. Whatever the cause, … Continued
Changing the Narrative: World Suicide Prevention Day Every year on 10th September, World Suicide Prevention Day shares the message that suicide is preventable. This year’s theme is “Changing the Narrative.” Opening up and changing how we talk about suicide can save lives. Suicide is a global health issue. Some of the statistics are startling. More … Continued
Could you have high blood pressure? Know Your Numbers! Around 5.5 million people in England have high blood pressure and don’t know it. Having high blood pressure puts you at greater risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) – conditions that affect your heart, veins and blood. High blood pressure – sometimes called hypertension – increases your … Continued
