Time and time again, the idea of ‘self-care’ is wheeled out as the solution to all of our mental ills. But with mental health conditions on the rise in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, can self-care actually make a…
If you want to lessen your chance of developing severe coronavirus symptoms, a new paper has suggested that vegan, vegetarian and pescetarian diets are the way to go. But does it really make that much of a difference? According to…
Feeling Snacky? Do yourself a favour next time you reach for the snack cupboard, and ask yourself if you’re really hungry. Extra calories are an issue for many of us during the winter months, thanks to more parties, more snacks…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to learn more about breast cancer, its diagnosis and treatment. Today, we want to take a look at breast cancer screenings in the hopes that the information will make…
Some people can make it as far as secondary school, university or even the workplace before discovering they have dyslexia. Dyslexic difficulties are often identified in primary school, but some people develop such good coping strategies that they remain undetected…
Good self-esteem is something that can make a big difference to your child’s overall wellbeing, and something they can take with them as they learn and grow. This Anti-Bullying Week which runs from the 15-19 November, Need2Know Books takes a look at some…
When it comes to healthy living, coffee doesn’t always get the best press. It’s a beloved beverage for so many people, though, so this International Coffee Day on the 1st October we want to tell you about some of the…
29th September is National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, and the perfect time to take up a new hobby that will improve your physical and mental health. Many people have found their weight altered recently either through a newly discovered…
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive type of dementia, a group of conditions where a person’s behaviour, memory and thinking are negatively affected by a brain injury or disease. Daily life can become difficult as a result of these changes. Simple…
The adorable Cockapoo is a popular breed for many different types of dog owner, and their sweet faces and personalities mean there’s no mystery as to why. With rates of purchase and adoption booming over lockdown, we figured it was…