Health & Wellbeing

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The event features a full and half marathon, as well as a 10k walk

Put on your walking boots and set out on the Breast Walk Ever

The New Year often brings about new found enthusiasm and a fresh motivation. Perhaps you are looking to do…

Research has shown that one in 10 new fathers suffer from postnatal depression

Why fathers’ mental health matters in the pre- and perinatal period

Did you know that 1 in 10 dads suffer from postnatal depression – that’s 75,000 dads each year in…

Working from home during winter

Tips for working from home during the winter

Words by Francesca Tyer. Working from home can be challenging, especially during the colder months. Here are some top tips…

Funds raised will enable the charity support children in the local area to re-build their resilience and confidence

Families urged to get resilient to help vulnerable young people

Did you know that only 10% of children in the UK play in natural spaces and today’s young people…

Mindful Eating

Use mindful eating to help ditch yo-yo dieting for good

Words by Claire Sankey. In January we’re often bombarded with messages about losing weight and the latest diet. If you…

Raynaud's Condition

Are you aware of Raynaud’s – a condition worsened by the cold?

AS the south west continues to endure frezzing temperatures, people are being urged to be aware of a little-known…

Dr Laura Edwards

Strep A fears prompt surge in GP appointments, health group says

GPs across the south of England have been inundated with worried parents following the increase in cases of Strep…

Take care of your mental health over the winter

Taking care of our mental health over the festive season

Wiltshire Mind offers advice for looking after our mental health at this time of year. Christmas can feel like a…

Haine & Smith staff took part in dementia awareness training with OSJCT (L to R) Zoie Izatt, Sophie Patel, Emma Lee, Ben Lack, and Janet Hartwell

Care home and eyecare specialists take a closer look at dementia

Not-for-profit care provider The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) and eye care specialists Haine & Smith have…

SAD

Why seasonal affective disorder: is more than just the ‘winter blues’

At this time of year, you might hear people talking about seasonal affective disorder, or SAD for short. More…