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5 Low-Energy Hobbies to Keep Your Mind Sharp Post Surgery

Recovering from surgery often requires a delicate balance between rest and gentle activity. While your body needs time to heal, your mind still craves stimulation. Long stretches of inactivity can sometimes lead to boredom, frustration, or even mental fog.

The good news is that there are plenty of low-energy hobbies that can help keep your mind engaged without putting strain on your body. These activities are not only enjoyable but can also support cognitive health and emotional well-being during recovery.

Here are five low-energy hobbies that are ideal for staying...

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Confidence Starts at the Hairline: The Modern Man’s Upgrade in Dublin

There’s a quiet moment many men experience. It usually happens in front of a mirror. The light hits just right, and suddenly the hairline doesn’t look the way it used to. It’s not dramatic at first. Just a slight shift. A little thinning. A change that feels small but carries a heavy weight.

Hair is more than just appearance. It’s tied to identity, youth, and confidence. When it starts to fade, something deeper often fades with it. But today, that story doesn’t have to end there. In Dublin, a growing number of men are rewriting it—starting right at the hairline.

Why Hair...

Tinnitus UK brings vital support to Exeter

People in the South West are being left to cope with tinnitus alone, but a new event in Exeter aims to change that.

Recent data shows the South West has one of the highest prevalence of tinnitus in England , with an estimated 20.8% of the population affected . In rural areas like Devon, limited transport, patchy connectivity, and a lack of referral pathways mean many people are left without access to support.

The impact is significant. People with tinnitus often report isolation, anxiety, reduced confidence, and difficulty staying in work or social situations, with few...

How Parents Are Finding Time to Look After Themselves Again

Packed lunches go cold. Homework gets forgotten. Bedtime runs late. Parenthood fills every gap before parents notice the gaps are gone. Personal wellbeing doesn't disappear in one moment. It slides off the list slowly, quietly, one skipped walk at a time.

Children grow. Routines shift. A quiet hour after drop-off appears out of nowhere one morning and parents look up realising they haven't thought about themselves in months. Or years. That moment of noticing is where things tend to change.

Energy, comfort, confidence. Three things that sound optional until they aren't....

Community Rallies for Cancer Resilience at Exeter Wellbeing Event

Exeter is gearing up for a landmark community celebration of strength, support, and survivorship as more than 40 local charities, healthcare teams, and community groups unite for the Cancer Health and Wellbeing Event , taking place 13 May 2026 at Exeter City Football Club .

Organised by the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust , in partnership with the Exeter Primary Care Network (PCN) and Exeter City Football Club , the event promises to be the largest gathering of cancer‑support organisations in the region—bringing hope, knowledge, and practical help directly...

Exeter professionals inspire the next generation

AMBITIOUS students with an eye on the future got invaluable insights into the varied worlds of optometry and audiology when they attended UCAS Discovery Exeter.

Representatives from the locally owned and run Specsavers Exeter were on hand at the Westpoint Centre event to discuss with students the wide range of opportunities their industry offers, including optician roles, audiologist jobs and management positions.

Specsavers Exeter optometrist Farhan Ahmed took along a range of optical equipment and a camera so he could demonstrate what various parts of the human eye...

MP Meets Exeter Teams Expanding Cataract Care

MP for Exmouth and Exeter East visited SpaMedica Exeter to discuss how independent sector capacity is supporting NHS ophthalmology services across the country.

SpaMedica is one of the UK’s largest independent providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology care, specialising in cataract surgery and YAG laser capsulotomy.

Our efficient model integrates advanced technology and clinical expertise to deliver high-quality outcomes and best in class patient satisfaction, whilst also playing a vital role in advancing the Government’s mission to cut waiting times and improve access to...

What Families Should Know When Maternity Care Falls Below Standard

When maternity care goes wrong, the impact is rarely limited to one difficult day. For many families, it can mean trauma that lasts long after the birth itself, with unanswered questions about what happened, whether concerns were missed, and what should come next. In those early weeks, it is common to feel overwhelmed. It is also common to wonder whether what happened was simply bad luck or something that should never have occurred.

When poor maternity care may be more than an unfortunate outcome

Not every poor outcome means care fell below an acceptable standard. Pregnancy and...

Parkinson’s UK and the British Gymnastics Foundation Launch Love to Move training offer

A new partnership between Parkinson’s UK and the British Gymnastics Foundation is looking to train more instructors to deliver their innovative Love to Move programme.

What is Love to Move?

Love to Move is the UK’s largest seated exercise programme designed specifically for participants living with Parkinson’s, dementia or lower mobility levels and offers an opportunity to enjoy movement in a safe, relaxed and social way.

The British Gymnastics Foundation are aiming for 46,000 people to be supported by the programme and participating regularly by 2031.

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Why Taking Time for Yourself is not Selfish

The idea of constantly doing, achieving, and giving to others is often celebrated in society. From careers and social obligations to family and community commitments, many of us are conditioned to prioritise everyone else’s needs above our own. However, there is a crucial misconception at play: taking time for yourself is often mistaken for selfishness. In reality, it is an essential practice for maintaining mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Understanding Self-Care

Self-care is more than just indulgent moments or luxury treats . It is about deliberately setting...

Rugby’s Redemption: Inspiring Journeys of Players Who Overcame Personal Struggles

Rugby is a sport celebrated for its physicality, teamwork, and spirit of camaraderie. The pressures to perform on the field combined with the life of it is often something people don't consider for these elite athletes. Many players have a resilience about them that confronts this adversity but what happens when their personal life deteriorates despite their success between the white lines. This article explores the journeys of remarkable rugby players who battled their demons and emerged stronger, serving as inspirations to many.

Zac Guildford: From Glory to Grit

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Health & Beauty

5 Low-Energy Hobbies to Keep Your Mind Sharp Post Surgery

Confidence Starts at the Hairline: The Modern Man’s Upgrade in Dublin

Tinnitus UK brings vital support to Exeter

How Parents Are Finding Time to Look After Themselves Again

Community Rallies for Cancer Resilience at Exeter Wellbeing Event

Exeter professionals inspire the next generation

MP Meets Exeter Teams Expanding Cataract Care

What Families Should Know When Maternity Care Falls Below Standard

Parkinson’s UK and the British Gymnastics Foundation Launch Love to Move training offer

Why Taking Time for Yourself is not Selfish

Rugby’s Redemption: Inspiring Journeys of Players Who Overcame Personal Struggles

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