The Covid-19 pandemic plunged many of us into a new world of uncertainty this year. The “new normal” – staying in, working from home or not working at all, not seeing friends or family outside of video calls – may…
Back in 2018, there was a curious case concerning two police officers in Toronto, Canada. The officers in question were suspended from duty having called the police on themselves when they ate too many cannabis edibles and experienced a more…
This is a guest post by Max Gottlieb If you care for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s, the fear of losing them can be very real. Not every person with dementia wanders, but the risk is exponentially higher.…
Cancer is one of scariest and most widely-discussed diagnoses going, but what exactly is it? Usually deriving from just one abnormal cell, “cancer” is the name given to any malignant, abnormal growth of cells. A cancer is able to promote…
It can be tough work trying to avoid the negative psychological effects that can come with the self-isolation, working from home and social distancing that are crucial in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Our mental health can really suffer during…
With so many of us getting stressed out every day, it should come as no surprise that that stress can eventually get the better of us and affect our general health. Our minds and bodies are in constant motion, moving…
Lockdown has created a series of societal and economical issues in the UK and Worldwide. School closures, job losses, furlough, or working from home have all disturbed our regular routines. One of the biggest fears that parents, and health professionals…
The vegan diet has really grown in popularity in recent years. A wealth of vegan products have appeared in stores, and a number of famous personalities have taken up veganism. But many are still unclear on what you can and…
Men’s Health Week runs from the 15th - 21st June and this year’s theme is Take Action on COVID-19. In recent years focus on men’s health has taken centre stage as shocking statics report that one in five men die…
Many people with IBS and IBD continue to drink coffee, even though it is known to aggravate certain symptoms. Before you order your next latte, make sure you know what effects it can have! It’s not always easy to find…