Health
Millions of Brits endure nightmarish snoozing
Losing your job, becoming homeless, being chased by a Goliath Tarantula and having a rendezvous with Amy Winehouse, Gordon Brown and Alistair Darling; are just a few examples of the terrifying nightmares experienced by over a million of Brits every night*.
Infections are public's biggest NHS fear
Fear of contracting an infection would be the public's number one worry if they had to go to hospital for treatment, reveals a major opinion poll commissioned by BBC News to mark the 60th anniversary of the creation of the NHS.
Look for the signs - You could save a friend’s life
Shocking statistics reveal that one in three women who attempt suicide do so because they are being affected by domestic violence and an average of two women are killed every week as a result of domestic violence. 59% of women are more likely to confide in a friend if affected by domestic violence – look for the signs and you could save a friend’s life.
Bliss launches breastfeeding study days
Bliss the special care baby charity is launching its new study days for nurses and doctors of sick and premature babies as part of World Breastfeeding Week. They will focus on nutrition for premature babies, in particular breastfeeding.
‘Bank of Mum and Dad' turn to ‘Bank of Sons and Daughters'
The generation who have relied on ‘The Bank of Mum and Dad' may unwittingly become ‘The Bank of Sons and Daughters'. As parents fail to save for long-term care fees, children may be forced to forgo their inheritance to pay for care or stop working to look after elderly parents.
Bupa joins Government initiative to improve patient information
Bupa is leading the way with a new Government ‘kite mark' to help guide people on the quality of health information from health and social care providers.
Government urged to stop stalling on prescription charges review
One year after the Department of Health promised to carry out a review on prescription charges in England, many hundreds of thousands of people on low incomes with chronic health problems are still notgetting their prescriptions dispensed and are putting their health at risk, says national charity Citizens Advice.
Celebs go green by turning Japanese
Last year when Victoria Beckham opted for daily two pint shakes of chlorella algae in a bid to stay svelte for the Spice Girls tour, she was following in the tradition of other celebs, such as actors Christian Slater and Sally Field, by turning to Japan for the latest health secret.
You’re not mad – you’re menopausal!
Women can spend up to fifteen years overwhelmed by menopausal symptoms which can affect work, sleep and quality of life. But help is now at hand in the form of an easy-to-follow leaflet full of natural and effective ways to help reduce and manage menopausal symptoms and a new slow-release isoflavone nutritional food supplement, which can offer natural 24-hour support to women at the time of the menopause.
Pack up your troubles and forget those holiday woes
We wait all year to eagerly jet off to our favourite holiday location. But rather than the expected sun, sea and relaxation, the average British holidaymaker is likely to return home more stressed, battered and beleaguered than ever! A new survey carried out by summer first aid kit essential Anthisan Bite & Sting Cream has revealed Britain’s top holiday woes.
Online support for a healthy working Wales
Support for individuals, GPs and businesses will be one click closer today when Dr Tony Jewell, Chief Medical Officer for Wales launches a new Welsh Assembly Government funded website today.
Do your bit during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is not far away, which means ‘Breast Cancer Awareness Month’ is nearly here. A time of year which makes women more alert of this common yet tragic disease. Breast cancer touches many of us. Maybe you have battled with this disease, or you know someone diagnosed with this illness. You may have even lost a close friend or family member to breast cancer. October is the month, where you can do your bit to help.
Planes, trains and camels?
For the majority of the UK, a holiday begins with a journey either by car, train, plane or boat. Usually this trip is cramped, noisy and marred by delays and cancellations. Unfortunately for the one in three of the UK population who suffer regularly from travel sickness symptoms, nausea, sickness, dizziness and headaches are another downside to the travelling experience.
Women more savvy about slimming than the pill
British women know more about the physical effects of ready meals than the physical effects of hormones in the contraceptive pill. 96% of the 1,000 UK women surveyed say they know how a high fat diet affects their body. Only 34% know the impact of hormones in the pill they take every day.
A new guide to beating the monthly blues
84% of women in the UK experience PMS, with sufferers spending an estimated two years of their lives struggling with the symptoms*. But help is now at hand in the form of a new free handbag companion, offering simple daily living tips and advice to help women manage their PMS.