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What to Consider When Applying for Life Insurance with Diabetes

Living with diabetes does not automatically prevent you from taking out life insurance. Many people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are accepted for cover each year, although the application process may involve more health questions than a standard application.

Insurers assess each application individually. They may consider the type of diabetes you have, how long ago you were diagnosed, your recent blood glucose readings, your treatment and your general health. Understanding this process can help you prepare and avoid some of the common problems that cause applications to be...

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US depression treatment proved effective for UK

A US model of treating depression through a network of specialists could effectively be imported into the UK, new research has revealed.

Collaborative care involves depressed people having access to a team of specialists, with advice and support often given over the phone.

A trial led by Professor David Richards at the University of Exeter Medical School found that collaborative care led to improvement of depression symptoms immediately after treatment. Furthermore, 15 per cent more patients were still improved after 12 months, compared with those who saw their GP.

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Research trial into snoring brings new hope for sufferers

The solution to the age old problem of snoring has been right under our noses all along: if you want a decent night’s sleep then sing for it.

The results of a clinical trial carried out by researchers in Devon show that certain singing exercises help reduce snoring in people with a history of simple snoring or obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).

The research has been published in the International Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, an open-access journal.

The singing exercises help to strengthen the throat muscles. Weak muscles in the soft palate and...

Millions of patients to benefit from easier access to medication and fewer trips to hospitals

New legislation came into force yesterday which will mean that physiotherapists and podiatrists in the UK will be the first to be able to independently prescribe medication to their patients, Care and Support Minister, Norman Lamb has announced.

The move will mean patients will no longer have to go back to their doctors to get medication after visiting the physiotherapist or podiatrist, freeing up valuable time for GPs and making things more convenient for the patient.

Around 15 million people are currently living with a long-term condition, which requires trips to hospital...

Council publishes first annual health report

Devon County Council’s first annual public health report just published, sets out an ambitious programme of work to improve health and promote health equality across the County.

The document takes a reflective look at the past six years of public health, and examines how it well it has done in improving the health of people in Devon.

Overall, it shows the picture of health across Devon is improving, and that people generally enjoy a good quality of health and live longer than the national average. The report also highlights some areas where further improvements could be...

Campaign launched to dispel myths of ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ hand rolling tobacco

A campaign has been launched to dispel the myths of ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ hand rolling tobacco, as it is revealed that more South West smokers roll their own cigarettes.

More people are smoking hand rolling tobacco than manufactured cigarettes in the South West, but many are unaware that although hand rolling tobacco is often marketed as less harmful than manufactured cigarettes, it carries the same serious health risks.

The South West Campaign, launched by Smoke Free South West with support from Devon County Council aims to bust the myths around ‘natural’ and ‘organic’...

£10 million boost to South West health research

A partnership that supports research in Devon and Cornwall with direct benefits to patients’ health and NHS care delivery has secured £10m in funding for the next five years.

The National Institute for Health Research Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care in the South West Peninsula (NIHR PenCLAHRC) was established as one of the first nine CLAHRCs in the country in 2008. It was a partnership between the University of Exeter, Plymouth University, the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry, and the NHS in Devon and Cornwall. The recent funding means...

Grapefruit biomolecules may herald new treatment for heart disease

New research, published today in the 'Biochemical Journal' , has identified molecules occurring naturally in fruit that may play an important role in the future treatment of heart disease.

Molecules called flavanoids, which are found in citrus fruits, particularly grapefruit, have proven effective at reducing the inflammation that can lead to deadly cardiovascular disease. These molecules may hold the key to the development of a new generation of anti-inflammatory drugs which are cheaper, easier to produce and less toxic than current therapies.

Despite the widespread use of...

August Anticipation

Hopefully you've been keeping your skin ultra protected this summer because the month of August is all about preparation for going back to school or getting ready for that magical event you've been waiting all summer for!

For those of you expecting an autumn wedding, the same exciting steps apply so that your skin is renewed, refreshed and ready to take on the darker smouldering and sexy make-up looks! Beautiful make-up begins with a smooth, moist and supple texture so the better you care and moisturise your skin, the more natural and 'airbrushed' your make-up...

Ground-breaking health screening company launches in the South West

A newly formed local company is to provide a ground-breaking health screening service to clients across the South West. Exeter-based business partners Terri Bainbridge and Lisa Portman have launched Thermalogica, providing revolutionary Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI). A sophisticated camera is used to detect heat in order to measure the physiological activity, creating a map or thermal fingerprint of the infrared patterns of the body.

Still relatively new to the UK, DITI is widely established throughout America and some parts of Europe and is supported by 30 years of...

Devon to host annual national rural health conference

Devon has been selected to host this year’s national Rural Health Conference, being held at Sandy Park, Exeter, on Friday, 18 October.

Organised by the Rural Health Network, and supported by Devon County Council, the theme of this year’s conference is “Challenging Times – One Year On” – working together to deliver effective rural health services.

Councillor Andrea Davis, Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member for health and wellbeing said: “It’s an honour to be hosting this event, which is highly significant for Devon and its population, as one of the largest rural...

Health & Beauty

What to Consider When Applying for Life Insurance with Diabetes

US depression treatment proved effective for UK

Research trial into snoring brings new hope for sufferers

Millions of patients to benefit from easier access to medication and fewer trips to hospitals

Council publishes first annual health report

Campaign launched to dispel myths of ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ hand rolling tobacco

£10 million boost to South West health research

Grapefruit biomolecules may herald new treatment for heart disease

August Anticipation

Ground-breaking health screening company launches in the South West

Devon to host annual national rural health conference

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