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When Running Stops Feeling Like Punishment and Starts Feeling Manageable

Few people enjoy running when they first start. It’s tough if you’re new to it, and it takes time to build muscle and stamina to a point where it gets easier. However, there does come a pivotal moment when you suddenly find that your runs aren’t as arduous as they used to be - in fact, they’re quite manageable. Maybe even enjoyable! Often, the journey from loathing to loving running involves a series of purposeful choices. Let’s look at how you can turn that corner.

Ease into Running

Getting good at running needs a lot of groundwork. This early stage can be gruelling,...

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Study Suggests Dementia is Linked to Air Pollution

Recent studies have found a growing body of evidence linking the onset of dementia to air pollution exposure. Dementia is characterized by the progressive loss of intellectual and cognitive abilities, affecting memory, judgment, and language. This devastating disease affects millions of people worldwide, and with no known cure, researchers are seeking to uncover any environmental factors that may contribute to its development.

One such factor that has been receiving increasing attention in recent years is air pollution. According to several studies, including research with...

WAY TO FITNESS Members Strip for FORCE Cancer Charity Calendar

More than twenty members of the Mid Devon health and fitness group, Way to Fitness , grabbed the opportunity to get naked and raise funds for Exeter-based FORCE Cancer Charity. Emma Healey, Fitness Instructor and Personal Performance Coach with Way To Fitness and Shine Brighter Coaching , put out a call for volunteers after a suggestion from a member.

‘We only had three weeks to put everything together because everyone has such busy schedules,’ explained Emma. Crediton photographer Andrea Wyatt stepped in to take the pictures while the calendar was Art Directed by Rachel Vowles,...

Mental Health Hub for trade workers launched at Exeter show as industry suicide rates soar

Shining the spotlight on supporting the mental health of tradespeople, a local Exeter trade show is launching its dedicated Mental Health Hub with the aim of fostering conversation, offering support and potentially saving lives.

In the UK, men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women and in construction – a male dominated industry – men are three times more likely to take their own lives. Two people working in the UK construction industry die by suicide every day, which equates to more than 700 people a year.

A recent report shows that four in five...

How can I help my friend living with dementia?

We are hearing more and more people in the public eye bravely sharing their dementia diagnosis.

Fiona Phillips recently and just last week Alistair Stewart. Creating space for people to keep talking, offers opportunities we cannot underestimate.

"I am a great believer in the impact and power of stories. I hear them regularly and they move me beyond words" says Gina Awad BEM, Exeter Dementia Action Alliance (EDAA) Founder & Lead.

"Last month I happened to be sat in a local coffee shop in Exeter and overheard a couple chatting about their friend who had been...

NHS Devon: Stay safe during the hot weather

Hot weather is something many people look forward to but warm spells can pose health risks for some people.

NHS Devon Chief Medical Officer, Dr Nigel Acheson, said: “Healthcare services in Devon have been very busy this week treating a high number of people suffering from the effects of dehydration. Hospitals and the ambulance service have been under a lot of pressure over the last few days.

“While it is lovely for people to enjoy this extra warm spell, just because the summer holidays are over for most, it doesn’t mean hot weather isn’t a risk to people’s health. It’s...

One Million Lives Saved from Cancer since the 1980s

Around 1.2 million deaths have been avoided in the UK since the mid-1980s due to advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment, according to new data from Cancer Research UK.

Over the last four decades, UK cancer mortality rates have fallen by around a quarter after peaking in 1985 for men and 1989 for women.

Had rates stayed the same, it is estimated that around 111,000 more lives would have been lost in the South West.

The figures have been released to coincide with the launch of the charity’s new campaign ‘Together We Are Beating Cancer’.

It...

5 Common Skin Conditions and the Treatment Options Available

Living with skin conditions can be uncomfortable and can also affect your confidence when around others. However, addressing your skin conditions and finding out the cause for them can help to make them easier to live with. In this post, we’re going to cover some of the most common skin complaints, as well as what treatment options are out there to help make them easier to live with.

Eczema And Dermatitis

If you’re dealing with skin issues, eczema and dermatitis are two common conditions that might bring discomfort and irritation to individuals of all ages. Although...

Is Cannabis Legal in the UK? What You Should Know

Cannabis comes from the cannabis plant, a grown psychoactive drug that produces a range of mind and body effects, including a relaxed feeling. It has been used both recreationally and medically throughout history. However, many countries around the world have made this plant illegal. What about the UK?

Is Cannabis Legal in the UK?

In the UK, it is completely illegal to grow, possess, or distribute cannabis. It is classed as a class B drug and has been illegal to use recreationally since 1928.

There is one exception: medical cannabis. In the UK, patients can...

Tips to Improve Skin and Reduce Breakouts in 2023

If 2023 is the year you have decided to improve your skin and reduce breakouts, you are in luck with the number of resources at your disposal. Reducing breakouts and improving your skin might be challenging at first, but once you know a few tips and skincare routines, it will be a walk in the park.

Continue reading to learn a few tips, such as washing your face or wiping your phone, that can help to reduce breakouts and improve your skin, today.

Use a Moisturizer

The first thing you can do to improve your skin and reduce breakouts is to use a moisturizer. To enhance the...

Why Are So Many Women Being Diagnosed with ADHD?

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) has often been associated with boys of junior or secondary school age. Traits including fidgeting, struggling to remain focussed and finding it difficult to manage emotions are common in boys with ADHD but there has been a sharp increase in the number of girls and women being diagnosed with ADHD in recent years.

Greater Awareness

One of the reasons more females are being diagnosed with ADHD is that there is a greater awareness of the differences between ADHD in males and females. The traditional image of someone who is boisterous,...

Health & Beauty

When Running Stops Feeling Like Punishment and Starts Feeling Manageable

Study Suggests Dementia is Linked to Air Pollution

WAY TO FITNESS Members Strip for FORCE Cancer Charity Calendar

Mental Health Hub for trade workers launched at Exeter show as industry suicide rates soar

How can I help my friend living with dementia?

NHS Devon: Stay safe during the hot weather

One Million Lives Saved from Cancer since the 1980s

5 Common Skin Conditions and the Treatment Options Available

Is Cannabis Legal in the UK? What You Should Know

Tips to Improve Skin and Reduce Breakouts in 2023

Why Are So Many Women Being Diagnosed with ADHD?

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