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Body signals men still ignore too often

Many men are absolute champions at ignoring the signals their body gives off. Not out of ignorance, but because it simply feels easier to carry on than to stop and consider what is going on. As a man, you have got a habit of shrugging off little aches and pains; it is just part of being male. Yet it is precisely those small, recurring signals that reveal a lot about how your body is really doing. In this article, we look at the most common body signals men ignore, and why it is worth pausing to take them seriously.

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Five exercises to help heal back pain

Back pain is seriously debilitating. More people take time off work because of back pain than any other ailment. In the short term, back pain can leave you in a lot of discomfort, but over the counter painkillers help. In more severe cases, back pain can cause sufferers to be practically bedridden for months.

There are many ways to manage back pain. Lumbar supports from spinalbackrack.com are useful for people who have to spend a lot of time sitting in chairs or driving. Exercise is also very helpful, particularly if you work to strengthen your core muscles. Here are five...

Dementia fears mean over half of people in SW avoid seeking diagnosis

Over half (60%) of people in the South West are putting off seeking a dementia diagnosis for up to a year or more a study carried out by Alzheimer’s Society has found.

Dementia is the most feared health condition in the UK, perhaps explaining also why almost two-thirds (63%) of people in the South West surveyed felt a diagnosis would mean their life was over.

The study launches during Dementia Awareness Week, 15-21 May, as Alzheimer’s Society calls on people to confront dementia head on, be aware that they can do something about it and come to the charity for help and...

Alzheimer’s Society confronts dementia in Exeter

Alzheimer’s Society in Exeter is encouraging residents to confront dementia this Dementia Awareness Week (15-21 May).

Charity staff will be providing information about dementia and how to live well with the condition at the John Lewis store in Exeter on Tuesday 17 May.

People will get the chance to ask any questions they may have about dementia; find out what support is available locally; and learn how they can support people affected by dementia in their community by signing up to become a Dementia Friend. Staff will be available to chat between 1pm and 3pm on Tuesday 17...

Junk food causes similar high blood sugar levels as type 2 diabetes

A junk food diet can cause as much damage to the kidney as diabetes, according to a study published today in Experimental Physiology.

Type 2 diabetes is often associated with obesity and the number of cases are rising worldwide at an alarming rate. In type 2 diabetes, the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or doesn’t react to it. This causes an accumulation of sugar (glucose) in the blood, which can have severe long-term consequences for organs, including the kidneys, where it can lead to diabetic kidney disease. Hence, finding a way to block glucose reabsorption in the...

Mac’s medical miracle to feature on ITV

The inspirational story of a Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital patient who became trapped in a body which shakes uncontrollably is to feature in a flagship new ITV documentary this week [Thursday 5 May].

Retired Royal Marine and Falklands veteran James ‘Mac’ MacGregor, aged 68 from Woodbury in Devon, has battled increasingly violent tremors in his body for the past five years after suffering a fit while travelling around Europe with his wife Chez in 2007.

Over time the tremors have steadily taken over his body from head to toe and made it increasingly difficult for Mac -...

10 Tips for Getting Longer Eyelashes to Enhance Your Beauty

Who doesn’t want long and wispy lashes? When you come to think of it, the world is comprised of different sets of beauty standards depending on the continent or country but one thing is for certain, thick and luscious lashes are considered beautiful everywhere. Eyelashes frame your eyes hence; it automatically can enhance your beauty. If you, unfortunately, were not born with long eyelashes, don’t fret! The tips discussed in this article will surely help you out.

Brush You Lashes. Every night before going to bed, make sure to brush your eyelashes to encourage growth. You can use...

Majority of people in SW clueless about asthma attacks

New data released today by the charity Asthma UK highlights that almost three quarters of people in the South West (70%) would not know what to do if someone were to have a potentially life threatening asthma attack.

Someone in the UK has an asthma attack every 10 seconds, yet many people wouldn’t know how to help someone if they were struggling to breathe.

The charity is particularly concerned that one in every 11 people (9% of respondents) don’t think that asthma attacks can kill.

Three children in every classroom have asthma, making it the most common long term...

Go wild and get healthy in East Devon

East Devon District Council and Natural Devon are asking people to ditch computer games, TV and social media in favour of experiencing the refreshing reality of the great outdoors as part of May’s Naturally Healthy Month.

East Devon District Council Countryside Team Leader, Tim Dafforn said: ‘’There are a range of activities people can get involved with this month. Whether it’s a bike ride along Seaton Wetlands, a hike at Knapp Copse or an evening of stargazing at Trinity Hill, there really is something for everyone.

‘’Naturally Healthy Month is a fantastic initiative to...

Devon antibiotics campaign shortlisted for national award

A DEVON public health campaign that helps parents care for their children when they have minor illnesses like common coughs and colds, without the unnecessary use of antibiotics, has been shortlisted for a national award.

The Listen To Your Gut campaign, led by Devon County Council (DCC), the Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust (NDHT) and the Northern, Eastern and Western Devon Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), is a finalist in the inaugural Antibiotic Guardian Awards.

The awards celebrate those who have done the most to tackle the growing issue of antibiotic resistance...

Blurt's #WhatYouDontSee campaign goes viral

'But you don’t look depressed…’

Blurt know what it’s like to live with the stigma of depression. All too often, shame and fear force us to ‘mask’ our illness; and although public attitudes are improving, unhelpful associations still abound.

This Depression Awareness Week (18-23 April), The Blurt Foundation will be harnessing the power of social media to reveal what depression REALLY looks like.

Instead of a traditional ‘selfie’, we’ll be asking people to share ‘mhelfies’ – pictures of themselves, as someone affected by a mental health issue – with a caption...

Health & Beauty

Body signals men still ignore too often

Five exercises to help heal back pain

Dementia fears mean over half of people in SW avoid seeking diagnosis

Alzheimer’s Society confronts dementia in Exeter

Junk food causes similar high blood sugar levels as type 2 diabetes

Mac’s medical miracle to feature on ITV

10 Tips for Getting Longer Eyelashes to Enhance Your Beauty

Majority of people in SW clueless about asthma attacks

Go wild and get healthy in East Devon

Devon antibiotics campaign shortlisted for national award

Blurt's #WhatYouDontSee campaign goes viral

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