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NHS researchers awarded £125,000 to lead national robotic hernia study

Experts from the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Exeter have been awarded £125,000 to lead national research into robotic hernia surgery.

The ROAR study (Robotic versus Open Abdominal Hernia Repair) is comparing two surgical approaches to find out which provides the greatest benefit for patients. It will also build crucial evidence to help shape future NHS care, guiding the adoption of innovative treatments and new technology.

Study Lead and Associate Director of Research and Development at Royal Devon, Professor John Findlay...

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How to help your loved ones overcome addiction

Living with or loving someone who is struggling with addiction can seem like a never-ending uphill battle. Just when you think things are looking up, there’s a setback or twelve your loved one has to overcome. It’s not uncommon for someone to feel hopeless when it comes to helping their loved one with an addiction. The following will explore some of the things you can do to provide the type of support your loved one needs.

Understand this is their fight

Before we begin, it is crucial that you understand this is not something you can do for someone else. This is their fight. If...

Review: Og Sunglasses by Goodr

Sunglasses are an important accessory if you're spending time outdoors during the summer. Sunglasses stop harmful UV rays from entering your eyes, reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration. When it's bright outside they also assist to decrease eye strain and in certain circumstances, shield your eyes from wind, rain and anything flying around in a breeze. Although there are numerous brands of sunglasses in the market, I like Og Sunglasses by Goodr. With these glasses, I can perform a variety of tasks, like running, hiking, swimming and walking.

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How to achieve youthful skin

Although age is just a number, many people feel as though they have to look and act a certain way to be validated in today’s society. Growing older is a natural process that no one can escape. However, it is natural to want to look your best no matter your age, and maintaining a youthful glow is a big part of that. Here are a few top tips to help you look your best.

Remove Makeup Properly

If you have gotten into the habit of giving your face a quick wipe after a day of wearing make-up, stop this right now. Correct makeup removal makes a huge difference to the quality of your skin...

Can vaping CBD enhance your cognition power?

Over the last decade, research highlighting the harmful effects of cigarettes became more noteworthy. As a result, more and more people started to migrate to healthier, safer, and more sustainable options. One of the best viable alternatives that opened up included vaping. Companies like CBDfx- https://cbdfx.com/products/cbd-vape-oil-kit/ took advantage of this change in sentiment to develop and market highly efficient and effective vaping devices. Vaping enables individuals to reduce their dependence on nicotine or tobacco while enjoying the benefits offered by cannabis. As a result, it...

All adults urged to have second jabs at eight weeks

People in Devon are being urged to bring forward their second Covid-19 vaccination to reduce the interval between doses to eight weeks. They can either rebook their appointment or attend one of the many walk-in clinics being held around Devon.

All adults are now eligible to have the second dose of their Covid-19 vaccination eight weeks after the first.

The Government has recently brought forward a second dose for those under 40, shortening the interval to eight weeks for all age groups. Subject to supply remaining stable, this means that all adults will have had the...

We're all 'personally responsible' for our behaviours around COVID-19. What does that mean?

The Prime Minister has signalled a very clear move away from coronavirus restrictions being the law, and instead indicated that people must be personally responsible for their behaviours and actions in order to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

Nationally, Ministers and Professor Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer, have been describing what they think that means.

Steve Brown, Director of Public Health Devon explains: “We’re moving to a new chapter in the management of the pandemic, where we are no longer instructed by regulation to follow rules, and instead we are...

Devon grandfather receives surgery after rare condition spotted by Specsavers audiologist

A SPECSAVERS audiologist has been praised for her quick thinking after she detected signs of a rare medical condition that was eroding the inner structures of a Devon man’s ear.

Derek Singleton, 70, had been suffering extreme discomfort in his ear and jaw, but repeated visits to his GP only resulted in being advised to have earwax removed.

The grandfather-of-two from Marldon booked a microsuction earwax removal appointment at the Specsavers Exeter store.

However, audiologist Nicola Marshall, was alarmed when she examined Mr Singleton and advised him to seek...

Why should you wear compression stockings?

What are the benefits of compression stockings?

Compression garments - be they stockings, boots or clothes - have been shown to be helpful in improving blood circulation. It supports the veins by draining oxygen-poor blood

1. If the veins are not working as they should, blood and fluid can build up, usually in the same areas in the lower legs or feet.

The lymphatic system does not have a pumping mechanism, so it is important that your muscles and joints drain fluid into the lower body. Thanks to gravity and the amount of hours you sit and stand, circulation in the legs...

The main principles of functional medicine

The phrase "functional medicine" isn't well-known among the general population. It is a relatively new medical specialty that began in the United States in 1993 and has recently grown into a mainstream approach to healthcare. Nevertheless, it has received three Nobel Prizes in medicine.

In addition, it's different from conventional medicine. In the conventional, doctors first need to identify the illness to start the right treatment soon after its diagnosis. So, it works effectively for treating intense healthcare conditions such as:

heart attack
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Freemasons take lead role in NHS Frontline Workers’ Day

The inaugural celebration of NHS, Social Care and Frontline Workers’ Day is set to take place on 5 July 2021, with Freemasons leading the event.

The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), the governing body for Freemasons, is inviting its 200,000 members to fly specially designed flags at 10am on 5 July, to celebrate this unique day dedicated to the NHS, social care and all those that work on the front line, who have saved so many lives during the pandemic. The celebration will also remember those workers we sadly lost.

As part of the event, the Teddies for Loving Care (...

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NHS researchers awarded £125,000 to lead national robotic hernia study

How to help your loved ones overcome addiction

Review: Og Sunglasses by Goodr

How to achieve youthful skin

Can vaping CBD enhance your cognition power?

All adults urged to have second jabs at eight weeks

We're all 'personally responsible' for our behaviours around COVID-19. What does that mean?

Devon grandfather receives surgery after rare condition spotted by Specsavers audiologist

Why should you wear compression stockings?

The main principles of functional medicine

Freemasons take lead role in NHS Frontline Workers’ Day

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