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"I didn’t even feel the needle go in” - A message from Devon on getting the Coronavirus vaccine

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/16/2021 - 10:52pm

Getting the Coronavirus vaccine - A Message from Devon aims to reassure people about both having the vaccination and the process of attending a centre. It encourages others to take up the opportunity when they are invited.

“Absolutely brilliant,” is how patient Gloria Brinicombe described the experience, “not in pain, beautifully done, very quick, very easy and everything was done with a smile.”

“It seemed remarkably easy" says another patient Duncan Erskine, who was vaccinated in Cullompton.

“I didn’t even feel the needle go in,” says Gillian Rowlands, “It’s...

Dos and Don'ts of proper sharps disposal

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Tue, 03/16/2021 - 12:05pm

As per the World Health Organization the biomedical waste is classified into various sections that include chemical waste, general waste, Radioactive waste, Sharps, Pharmaceutical waste, infectious waste, pathological waste and pressurized containers. If these items are not disposed of properly then it could harm the overall environment including humans. Hence according to WHO every institute or hospital has to dispose of these biomedical wastes properly so that they can get recycled.

Sharp’s waste is generally a biomedical waste. It includes objects or tools that are used to cut...

Keeping fit and healthy when you are always busy

When you are busy, it can be a constant struggle to try and find time for yourself. Finding time to look after yourself and your wellbeing is essential, especially if you have a family to look after as well. When you are as fit and healthy as you can be, then you can capably look after those around you. So, what can you do to keep fit and healthy, even if you only have a few free minutes in each day?

Plan Out Your Meals

When you are short on time, it is very easy to just grab the nearest thing to you, and this is most likely junk food . To save this from happening, it is...

Why online workout training is efficient

With your busy schedule and weekly chores, finding a suitable time and space for self-care has become increasingly tough. Most corporates and professionals are known to compromise on their physical and mental health due to work. Infact, most of us fail to understand the way to balance our personal time and professional commitments.

Some people try to go for walks or daily runs or even join a gym. Sometimes due to loss of motivation or the high costs, none of this works out. Over time, becoming a couch potato takes a toll on our mental well-being too.

Yet, how are people...

Struggling to Sleep? Here Are 3 Simple Ways to Get a Better Night’s Rest

Many of us struggle to get to sleep at night or end up waking up through the dark, tossing and turning. Even if you do manage to snooze for a few hours, disrupted sleep can leave you feeling like you haven’t nodded off at all and can result in being exhausted and cranky throughout the day.

If that sounds familiar, then it might be time to get to grips with the issue. Read on for some suggestions on how you can get a better night’s rest.

Cut back on screen time

If your bedtime routine consists of watching TV or scrolling the phone until you start to nod off, then...

3 Easy Ways to stay calm in an emergency

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Sun, 03/14/2021 - 11:43pm

Let’s face it - not all of us are trained to remain as cool as a cucumber in an emergency. Emergencies are stressful situations, and when we experience this, our brain triggers our emotions and our body to act on impulse as a quick way to react and remove ourselves from the dangerous situation. The body and mind go into fight or flight mode in emergencies, but over-reaction or impractical reactions can cause more damage and distress.

Why is it vital to stay calm?

Staying as calm as possible in the face of an emergency helps to de-escalate a situation. Yes, you need to...

5 Reasons Why You Should Take a Pilates Mat Class

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Sun, 03/14/2021 - 11:17pm

We all are aware of Pilates. This is an intense workout that helps to strengthen the core muscles of your body. But what is Mat Pilates? This term might be new for many of you. Basically, this is a Pilates practice done with the help of a mat. With Mat Pilates, the core focus is on trunk muscles as well for your legs and arms. Joseph Pilates developed this set of exercise to strengthen the overall body muscles of the hospitalized person. It includes more than 500 types of exercises, and it can be done at any place and any time. This Mat Pilates suits any age, any body type and for any...

Everything you need to know about CBD oil

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Sat, 03/13/2021 - 12:47pm

Nowadays, many people find the fantastic range of CBD products quite useful for their health issues, including anxiety, inflammation, depression, etc. Although CBD products are gaining immense popularity yet, they are controversial, and there can be too much confusion about their products and their effects on humans.

What is CBD oil?

CBD is an important compound and is found in two kinds of cannabis plants, Hemp and Marijuana. There are organic CBD products in the market and are quite help in serving many diseases with appropriate cure. The CBD oil is a type of oil of a...

Best hair loss solutions for men in 2021

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 03/12/2021 - 10:52pm

Hair! Hair! Everywhere! On the pillow, on the floor, on the table, on the comb… Hair! Hair! Everywhere!

Hair fall has become a major issue and the biggest tension even for youngsters. It is counted as one of the most common concerns worldwide. Almost one-third of the population is affected by it. It feels very embarrassing when someone points at your receding hairline. If you are also going through it, let me tell you: you are not alone!

Male pattern baldness is influenced by mostly genetics or hormones. Sometimes, an unbalanced or poor diet, lack of sleep, stress,...

Variant B.1.1.7 of COVID-19 associated with a significantly higher mortality rate, research shows 

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 03/12/2021 - 12:27am

The highly infectious variant of COVID-19 discovered in Kent, which swept across the UK last year before spreading worldwide, is between 30 and 100 per cent more deadly than previous strains, new analysis has shown.

A pivotal study, by epidemiologists from the Universities of Exeter and Bristol, has shown that the SARS-CoV-2 variant, B.1.1.7, is associated with a significantly higher mortality rate amongst adults diagnosed in the community compared to previously circulating strains.

The study compared death rates among people infected with the new variant and those...

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