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NEUTROGENA® announces brand new Collagen Bank range for stronger collagen and plumper skin

NEUTROGENA® UK has announced the launch of its Collagen Bank range, NEUTROGENA®’s first science-backed, pre-ageing solution, set to redefine the future of skincare.

Available at retailers nationwide and online, the innovative Collagen Bank range empowers people to help preserve their skin’s natural collagen and maintain youthful, plump skin.

The launch of Collagen Bank in the UK follows a social-led campaign in the US, fronted by Hailee Steinfeld.

Research shows that we lose up to 1% of our collagen every year starting in our 20s*, with UVA rays being a primary...

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Living Options Devon, Hearing Loss Conference - Influencing Future Decision makers

Unseen, Unwelcome, Unmentionable – Hearing Loss in Devon

Did you know that one in six people (one in five in Devon) have hearing loss in the UK and for those over fifty this rises to four in ten? Hearing loss affects both children and adults, some people are born deaf, some loose hearing through an accident or subjection to loud noise and for others hearing can be a gradually loss over time. As a charity which supports Deaf (BSL Users) and people with disabilities, Living Options Devon regularly engages with its service users. The charity also facilitates service providers and encourages them to better support and improve services for those with...

6 Hair Loss Supplements Worth Trying When Dealing With Hair Loss

Hair loss can be difficult to overcome, particularly as there are sometimes underlying issues that may be preventing the hair to grow. Though supplements can be taken to help combat hair loss through a deficiency, it is possible that an FUE hair transplant Turkey will be needed to help combat the problem and restore the hairline to its former glory. However, for those that are experiencing thinning or hair loss in the early stages a supplement may benefit you in the long term and we have some listed below.

Biotin Supplements

Though there is no definitive answer as to...

CBD Oil for Plantar Fasciitis

When you wake up in the morning or after long hours of rest, do you feel a shooting pain at the bottom of your heels as you walk a few steps? Well, if you do then you might be suffering from a foot condition called Plantar Fasciitis.

The pain in this condition is similar to that of arthritis and thus, can be quite painful. If remains untreated, it can lead to more problems and other diseases. That being said, there are various treatments available for this condition, such as, physical therapy, NSAIDs, and other exercises. However, none of them are as organic as CBD.

CBD...

10 million UK lives at risk as superbugs threat grows

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) should be taken more seriously, yet more than 99% of the population are not fully aware of its impact. This is despite the outgoing UK Chief Medical Officer saying earlier this year that Superbugs “could kill us before climate change does”.

Superbugs, bacteria which develop resistance, already cause more than 700,000 deaths every year and the figure could rise to 10 million by 2050.

But, only 11% of Britons view AMR as a serious threat to society, ranking it below climate change (50%), religious conflicts (27%), and unemployment (23%),...

Matford Green Nursery to Host FREE paediatric first aid course

New data has revealed that when it comes to a life or death situation involving a child, 77% of UK parents of babies and toddlers, aged 0-5 years old, are not trained to give the lifesaving action required.

The survey conducted by Kiddi Caru Day Nurseries Group asked 1100 parents of children under five questions regarding their knowledge on child safety, with the results revealing over half do not know how to do CPR on a child and 1 in 10 do not know what to do if their child was choking.

This is a worrying figure in conjunction with the fact over 1 in 10 parents confessed...

Why skipping professional dental cleaning increases treatment costs in the long run

Few would argue against the value of good oral health, and the long-term benefits it has for general health and wellbeing. Unfortunately it is also the case that many people struggle to achieve this because of fears over the professional dental cleaning cost, which can be quite an expensive outlay for what seems like a routine procedure. But with many people now at risk of letting things slip in their dental health, due to busy lifestyles and unhealthy diets, it is important to weigh this dental cleaning cost against the cost of tooth decay and disease.

With the risk of exposing...

Does rehab actually work?

Rehab seems to be the number one cure for people living with drug addictions. It is marketed as the top method to solve addiction issues and give people the chance to turn their life around. However, it is debatable whether this form of treatment actually works or if it is just a temporary fix. After all, what matters is everything after leaving rehab; if one can stay sober and ditch their bad drug addiction habits for good. If you’re wondering about the effectiveness of rehab or are considering sending a loved one to drug and alcohol rehab , read on to gain more insight into if it...

Dementia in Devon set to soar by 39% in the next decade

The number of people with dementia in Devon is set to soar by 39%, warns a report published today, commissioned by Alzheimer’s Society from the London School of Economics and Political Science [1].

The report predicts that as our population ages, a higher proportion of people with dementia will have higher care needs for longer, driving up the average amount spent on care.

It shows more than 60% a year of social care costs in England will fall on people with dementia and their families. Previous research by Alzheimer’s Society has shown that someone with dementia will...

8 ways to save money on prescriptions

Did you know it costs the average American around $1,200 yearly for their prescription medications? Even worse, drug prices continue to increase and cost you more out of pocket, even with insurance!

Even if you're lucky enough to have good insurance, you could still struggle to afford high prescription prices. You might have to meet a deductible before the plan even pays, and your expenses can be very high if you have serious health conditions to manage.

The good news is that you can save money on prescriptions if you consider your options and do a little extra work. Read...

Pioneering new ‘smart needle’ could revolutionise cancer diagnosis

Scientists have developed a pioneering new technique that can detect and diagnose one of the most common types of cancer within seconds - using light.

A multidisciplinary team of experts has developed a ground-breaking ‘smart needle’ probe that uses light to pinpoint cancerous tissues or cells almost instantaneously. This optical biopsy uses a technique called Raman spectroscopy, which measures the light scattered by tissues when a low-power laser is shone onto it. Light is scattered differently from healthy or diseased tissues, meaning that health professionals are able to detect...

Health & Beauty

NEUTROGENA® announces brand new Collagen Bank range for stronger collagen and plumper skin

Unseen, Unwelcome, Unmentionable – Hearing Loss in Devon

6 Hair Loss Supplements Worth Trying When Dealing With Hair Loss

CBD Oil for Plantar Fasciitis

10 million UK lives at risk as superbugs threat grows

Matford Green Nursery to Host FREE paediatric first aid course

Why skipping professional dental cleaning increases treatment costs in the long run

Does rehab actually work?

Dementia in Devon set to soar by 39% in the next decade

8 ways to save money on prescriptions

Pioneering new ‘smart needle’ could revolutionise cancer diagnosis

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