Health & Beauty

Care providers have been invited to learn more about what it’s like to live with dementia .

Devon County Council has organised a free virtual dementia experience delivered by Training2Care, and funded by the Health and Social Care Skills Accelerator Programme, and the European Social Fund.

The Virtual Dementia Tour stimulates the senses so that attendees can understand what people, who live with dementia, feel and experience in their daily lives.

It helps attendees to think about the environment, their approach to care and communication, and provides simple...

If you look closely, there’s a thread that runs directly between fitness and finance. In fact, two of the most important parts of life are the health of your body and the health of your wallet. And Athlo founder Matthew Mansell thinks you can help both at the same time — he’s started the next fitness unicorn .

Matthew Mansell spent the first part of his life focused on sport. His talents got him further than most: an offer to play professional rugby for a team in France. He describes that time as an “incredible experience” he knew couldn’t last.

After two years, his...

Sleep is an essential part of our daily lives, and the lack of it can have negative impacts on our health and well-being. In fact, sleep deprivation has been linked to a wide range of health issues, including weight gain, decreased cognitive function, and increased risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.

To avoid this, many people turn to sleep supplements that aid them in getting the rest that they need. In fact, according to a report by Allied Market Research , the global sleep aids market, valued at $69.5 billion in 2020, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3...

Not all employees work the regular 9 to 5 shift. There’s a small percentage of workers that work during the night. Many night workers have trouble sleeping during the day. It’s because of the body’s natural circadian rhythms. The body has an internal clock that keeps you awake during the daytime and makes you fall asleep at night. So, if you work at night, you might find it difficult to get enough sleep after your shift ends. Sleep deprivation could lead to high blood pressure, mood swings, a higher risk of diabetes, and lack of focus. But there are things that you can do that will help...