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Exeter’s SpaMedica Hospital shares health tips for Cataract Awareness Month

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 06/08/2024 - 11:18pm

SpaMedica, the largest NHS cataract surgery provider in the UK, has over 50 hospitals across the UK, including one located in Exeter International Office Park, which help thousands of patients back to better vision each year. June is Cataract Awareness Month and an expert from SpaMedica, shares his tips about tackling the condition.

According to the World Health Organisation, cataracts are the leading cause of vision impairment and blindness around the globe. These cloudy patches are usually caused as result of aging – an estimated 30% of people in the UK over the age of 65 have...

Devon Air Ambulance promotes CPR training for Heart Rhythm Week

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 06/07/2024 - 8:33am

World Heart Rhythm Week (June 7 to June 13) is a seven-day period observed annually to raise awareness about arrhythmias and the importance of understanding our heart rates. Devon Air Ambulance crews attend to hundreds of patients every year who are suffering with heart related problems and that is why they are so passionate about educating those in our local communities on how to recognise both cardiac arrests and heart attacks. During the last two years the charity has trained over 600 members of the public throughout Devon on how they can step in to help someone suffering from a...

Highways and transportation awards event is on the road to success!

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 06/05/2024 - 7:59pm

The Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation CIHT (SW) held a glittering awards ceremony recognising positive projects in the South West region for 2023/2024. Attracting 150 guests, it was hosted at the Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel and generously supported by headline sponsor WSP.

The annual South West Region Awards celebrate innovative and pioneering transportation schemes in recognition of the outstanding contribution that good projects and people make to our daily lives. CIHT SW Region Chair, Hannah Clark gave a welcome address and a presentation on the industry...

West Exe students volunteer with St Petrocks cooking meals for rough sleepers

Year 9 students Zack, Daisy and Maisie from West Exe School , part of the Ted Wragg Trust , cooked a hot homemade meal for the homeless clients of St Petrocks this term.

Originating as a community project providing humanitarian response to rough sleepers in Exeter, St Petrocks officially opened its doors in December 1994, having been given permission by the Central Parish of Exeter to adapt two thirds of St Petrock’s church for use as a homeless centre. Over 600 people every year face homelessness and multiple disadvantages in Exeter and the surrounding areas.

Many of...

Lucy & Yak continues expansion with ninth store opening in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/03/2024 - 4:49pm

Socially and environmentally conscious lifestyle brand Lucy & Yak is pleased to announce the opening of its ninth store in Exeter.

Located on Exeter’s bustling high street, Lucy & Yak’s signature pink-painted store will welcome its customers and community on June 28th, 2024. Customers will have the opportunity to explore Lucy & Yak’s latest releases and core collections. Inside, the new store (which is accessible from street level) will feature a soft and muted colour palette, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The store will also include three changing rooms...

How Travel Broadens Perspectives and Sparks Curiosity

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 06/03/2024 - 4:32pm

Travelling to new places provides invaluable life experiences that can broaden our perspectives and spark curiosity about the world around us. Whether it's a family holiday, a school trip, a gap year adventure, or a business trip, being immersed in different cultures allows us to gain insights and understandings that classroom learning alone cannot provide. Travel encourages us to open our minds, ask questions, and gain knowledge first-hand.

Discovering Different Cultures

One of the greatest gifts of travel is the opportunity to experience foreign cultures different from...

FUEL Live Sparks a Fire for Success for South West Food and Drink Brands

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/03/2024 - 8:59am

Ahead of celebrating their 7th business birthday this month, Exeter-based KW Marketing has hosted and delivered its first-ever business growth event fuelling ambition and success for food and drink brands in the region.

FUEL Live, held at the stunning Winslade Manor, Exeter in April, saw more than 45 South West businesses attend a day to spark ideas and set a fire under their plans for success for 2024. Attendees included popular brands Hobbs Chocolates, Quickes Cheese, Foxcombe Bakehouse, Devon Distillery, Boundless Activated Snacking, Owens Organic Coffee and more.

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Dealing with Seasonal Pests: How Pest Control Specialists Can Help

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Sun, 06/02/2024 - 12:26pm

Ever found yourself battling an invasion of ants in the summer or mice seeking warmth in your home during winter? You're not alone.

Seasonal pests can turn the joy of changing seasons into a real headache. That's where pest control specialists come in. In this article, we'll explore how these experts can help you reclaim your peace from unwanted guests.

From prevention tips to safe removal strategies, you'll find valuable insights to keep your home pest-free all year round.

Identification

Knowing what kind of pest you're dealing with is the first step...

In a Threat Environment That is Always Changing, How Can App Security Be Improved?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 05/31/2024 - 8:42am

Preserving the security of these applications is crucial in the linked world of today, as mobile applications rule the everyday activities. Both users and developers now seriously worry about app security due to the increase in cyber threats, which include everything from malware to data leaks. In an ever-changing threat landscape, this post examines many tactics and recommended practices to strengthen app-security.

Recognizing the Danger Environment of Today:

It's important to understand the makeup of the current threat landscape before diving into techniques for...

Killerton takes centre stage in BBC TV’s Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 05/29/2024 - 10:30am

Airing on Friday 31 May, Killerton will be one of the central stories in Hidden Treasures of the National Trust .

Scheduled for 9pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, the programme will reveal new and compelling stories about the work going on behind the scenes of the National Trust to conserve incredible objects and properties and the passionate staff and volunteers who care for them. Each episode explores a different central theme, linking the houses, their histories, and collections as they undergo conservation.

Killerton will be one of the locations, featuring in episode 4...

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