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Stroke patients benefit from new garden at the RD&E

Patients on the Acute Stroke Unit at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust are now able to relax in a new, upgraded garden.

Work began on the garden in Autumn 2018 on the Acute Stroke Unit, otherwise known as Clyst Ward, to convert the area from a space that was not easily accessible or beneficial to the recovery of patients, into an area which improves overall wellbeing and that patients can enjoy. The garden is now easily accessible from the ward with a wide range of brightly coloured plants in raised flower beds for patients, staff and visitors to enjoy.

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Efforts to tackle antibiotic resistance must take account of fourfold difference in use across Europe, report says

Global efforts to tackle antibiotic resistance will be more effective if they focus on the cultural context for the fourfold difference in total antibiotic use and consumption across Europe, according to a new report.

Understanding how regional variations in economy and lifestyle affects the use of the drugs will help to improve the fight against antibiotic resistance, argues a new WHO policy brief written by University of Exeter academics.

Farmers open up about their experience of depression and the battle for their own mental health

Living well is the key to farming well and leading farm safety charity, the Farm Safety Foundation, is highlighting the importance of farmers looking after their mental health in the second Mind Your Head week which takes place from 11-15 February 2019.

Maternity services at the RD&E rated highly by local mums

Maternity services at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust have been rated highly by local mums in the 2018 National Maternity Survey.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) survey asked women about their experience of antenatal care, care during labour and birth, and postnatal care. Across the country, responses were received from more than 17,000 women who gave birth in February 2018 in services run by 129 NHS trusts.

How to feel confident in any outfit

As fashion is subjective, it can be difficult to feel 100% confident in an outfit. Working your way through racks upon racks of clothing can be a challenging task, as you will want to wear a look that not only looks great to others, but boosts your self-esteem.

If you are tweaking or overhauling your wardrobe in 2019, here are some top tips on how to feel confident in any outfit.

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To Supplement or Not: What to Know About Different Types of Health Insurance

In 2017, more than 90% of the US population had some form of health insurance coverage.

The majority of insured Americans have health insurance benefits through their employer. But the benefits of those plans don't always cover everything you or your family needs from health insurance.

Advice ahead of cold weather warning

Paramedics at South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust are reminding people to take care over the next week as another yellow weather warning has been issued for the South West.

The Trust sees an increase in cases of slips, trips and falls during icy conditions as well as an increase of road traffic collisions due to black ice and people driving too fast in the cold weather. If you do need to go out, try and wear the appropriate footwear and warm clothing and make sure you take care and respect the roads.

New Rheumatology clinics begin in Okehampton and Honiton hospitals

Rheumatology patients at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust will now be able to have treatment closer to home as new clinics begin in Okehampton and Honiton hospitals this month.

Both hospitals will hold three appointment-only clinics each month allowing patients access to services closer to home and enabling the RD&E to reduce wait times.

Devon Girls Can - Get more active in 2019

By popular demand, the ‘Devon Girls Can’ campaign returns this month (January 2019) helping kickstart those new year resolutions to be more active for 2019!

Once again Active Devon is bringing the campaign to life locally, building on the success of previous years. It’s already inspired more than 1000 women and girls in the county to move more and feel great!

The 2019 campaign will have lots of activities on offer with even more of a supportive network and inspiring ambassadors.

Don’t put it off – it’s not too late to get your flu jab

Health professionals are warning about the dangers of flu and reminding people that it’s not too late to get their jab.

The seasonally adjusted flu vaccination campaign has been running since October, with thousands of people across Devon having the jab.

For healthy people flu is often worse than a cold – but for some, the effects are even more extreme.

Why you should put FRUIT at the top of your New Year resolutions

It is that time of year when you are probably reflecting on 2018 and looking forward to the upcoming New Year. After the indulgence of Christmas, many people find that setting New Year’s resolutions helps them to focus on a brighter year ahead, shaking the guilt of the overindulgence off. However, unfortunately, many people fail to keep to their resolutions and within a few weeks, end up falling off the wagon.