A new approach to predicting which babies will develop type 1 diabetes moves a step closer to routine testing for newborns which could avoid life-threatening complications.
Scientists at seven international sites have followed 7,798 children at high risk of developing type 1 diabetes from birth, over nine years, in The Environmental Determinants of Diabetes in the Young (TEDDY) Study. The TEDDY Study is a large international study funded primarily by the US National Institutes of Health and U.S. Centers for Disease Control, as well as by the charity JDRF.
Being comfortable in one’s skin isn’t an easy task for everyone. It should be all the more so when you bare your skin for someone. Even though it seems that we are living in a sexually open and accepting society, the long history of restrictions and barriers to free sexuality still has its effects on many people. There are still many who have a problem with expressing their sexuality.
Being sexually confident can have a positive effect on the balance of your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It’s something you can’t develop overnight, but it’s something you...
Well researched tips on the best courses of action that you should take as a university-level student to ensure that you improve your writing skills.
Every writer needs to have excellent skills and unique writing styles. A writer’s style in delivering the message is what attracts the audience rather than the idea. There are some elements that every good writer should consider, such as short sentences, simple words, and language that engages readers. While striving to preserve and maintain your unique tone, you can improve your style by being keener on arranging your words and how...
Leading pre-owned goods retailer, Cash Converters wants to give back to members of the community who have gone above and beyond to support others during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Following the lifting of the UK-wide lockdown, the retailer wants to recognise people who have worked to make the lives of others better during this challenging time.
Cash Converters is encouraging people to nominate members of the local community for a chance to win a £250 voucher to spend at Cash Converters Plymouth or Exeter.
Matt Davey, Area Manager for Plymouth and Exeter Cash...
From Monday 10 August BBC Radio in your area is calling on listeners to nominate their Make a Difference Superstars to celebrate people who have been going above and beyond during the Covid-19 pandemic. Some of the stories will feature on air in a special programme on Friday 11th September and a judging panel will select two Make A Difference Superstars from each of the nine BBC local radio patches taking part to have a Great Western Railway high speed train named after them!
For the last four months BBC local radio across the country has been highlighting stories of people...
Last month the National Trust reopened seven properties in England and Northern Ireland as part of a phased reopening of its 200 houses. which were closed as part of the national lockdown in March.
On Tuesday 11th August, the National Trust in the South West will see Killerton House open their doors daily, for the first time in more than four months - with several new safety measures in place.
One-way systems and limited numbers inside houses will ensure that social distancing is possible, while enhanced cleaning and hand sanitising stations will be made available....
From Monday 10th August until Saturday 12th September, visitors to Princesshay, Exeter can enjoy local street food at a new, daily pop-up street food market in Princesshay Square. Six local suppliers will create a street food and outside bar hub in Princesshay offering delicious food and drink to take away throughout the summer. Michelle Menezes, Princesshay centre manager, says, “From burritos to crepes, tacos to tagines Street Eats is for anyone missing fantastic festival food this summer. Eat out in the fresh air and sample world cuisine and summer drinks from a great mix of local...
A popular project to promote friendship, wellbeing and good mental health for older men has been awarded £1,000 from a leading builder’s Community Champions fund.
Bideford Men’s Shed project has been handed £1,000 from Persimmon Homes South West’s Community Champions fund to help fund more tools for the project which sees members make and mend items for the local community.
Brian Hopkins, who made the successful funding application, said: “Bideford Men’s Shed is a place to pursue practical interests at leisure, to practice skills and enjoy making and mending and about...
A good roof protects your home during all weather seasons and keeps you and your loved ones safe. If your roof is in poor condition, you may have water leaks inside your house during the rainy season.
These leaks can support the growth of mold inside your home, and this is a cause of health complications. Mold can cause respiratory diseases like asthma in susceptible persons like the elderly and infants. A good roof also makes your house look more appealing.
Maintaining your roof will help improve your home 's value in case you decide to sell it. Therefore, it is...
Academic success is influenced by several factors, with the surrounding environment being the main factor. Your living and study space is a critical determiner of efficient and effective study productivity. The setting needs to have minimal distractions to maximize the amount of work you accomplish. Investing in education is your first step in your career; therefore, understanding and retaining your study will influence your future career. This calls for careful selection of study environments to minimize distractions from families and friends to gain maximal attention from your studies....
