Health & Beauty

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...

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...

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...

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...