Health & Beauty

Beavertown Brewery has announced the launch of ‘Oil Your Neck’, sunscreen targeting beer drinkers across the UK this Summer

There’s no getting around it. We love the giant ball of blazing gas in the sky. We really do. The second we see it, our brain tells our body to run to the nearest beer garden, stand with a cold beer in our hand, and say sentences like: “Well, this is the life”, or “It’s like being in Spain”, or “the Sun’s hot today”. However, when it comes to protecting ourselves from that same cosmic heat...

Trial of treatment programme for spinal stenosis improves mental and physical health of North Devon patients

“I’ve seen the expressions on people’s faces change, from a bit miserable to really happy” – life-changing research trials new treatment approach for debilitating spinal condition

A group of patients with a painful spinal condition are benefiting from a new programme of physiotherapist-led classes thanks to research.

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR...

Introducing Kokoro: Where luxury meets wellness

A new luxury wellness club and retreat, Kokoro, is destined to redefine the concept of holistic well-being. Meaning “heart” in Japanese, Kokoro embodies the commitment to nurturing the mind, body and soul, providing an unparalleled sanctuary where club members can discover true balance and rejuvenation in their lives.

Kokoro is the brainchild of three female experts from the wellness...

Vitamin IV therapy: Pros and cons

IV drips became widely used in the 1950s, notably when Dr. John Myers invented the ever-popular Myers’ cocktail – a mix of wellness-boosting vitamins and minerals. Since then, medical developments and our appetite for pushing the boundaries means that IV vitamin therapy has developed from something that was purely used in hospitals to a wellness treatment that is quite accessible for the...

Devon NHS issues hay fever advice as hot weather increases pollen impact

Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it's warm, humid and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.

People in Devon are being advised to treat the symptoms of hay fever at home. General advice is available on the NHS website but if further assistance is required on how to manage hay fever, this is available through local...

Child obesity rates in South West rise again as NHS opens twice as many clinics to tackle crisis

New figures show that the number of children in Year 6 living in the South West classified as obese have risen dramatically since the pandemic, reaching record-breaking highs of over 10,000.

The news comes as the NHS revealed its plans at the annual NHS Confed Expo Conference in Manchester last week to open up an extra 10 obesity clinics across the country- leading to a total of 30...

Research shows Hemp as one of the best materials for protecting you from the sun

It’s not something many people would consider when choosing clothing for their wardrobe, but the material they choose can have an impact on sun protection levels.

With summer approaching, sustainable fashion brand Thought Clothing were curious as to which of the common summer clothing fabrics was best at offering protection from the sun. The results show that Hemp comes out on top with...

University Hospitals Plymouth achieves Pastoral Care award for international recruitment

The international recruitment team at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) have become the second trust in the region to achieve the NHS Pastoral Care Quality Award for international nurses and midwives.

The award was created in 2022 and is given to trusts who meet a set standard of pastoral care set by NHS England.

Darryl Newman, Nursing and Clinical Professions...

Unveiling the Heartbreak of a Dementia Diagnosis with David Shepherd

Alzheimer's is a heart-wrenching disease that inflicts relentless pain and sorrow on both you and your loved one. Witnessing the gradual decline of someone close to you can leave you feeling helpless and devastated. With each passing day, it feels as though you are not only losing a part of them but also a part of you.

One of the most agonising parts is the beginning before their...

Everyday noise exposure is a major public health issue

EXPERTS are warning people across Plymouth that they risk permanent hearing damage if they don’t protect themselves against excessive noise exposure.

This is the main cause of preventable hearing impairment, with more than a third of all cases of hearing loss in industrialised nations. [i] It’s estimated that more than 11 million people are affected by some level of hearing loss in the...

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