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People from South West Peninsula urged to Be Part of Research

Devon residents are being urged to sign up to a new UK-wide health and care research registry, as part of the nation’s biggest-ever recruitment drive for clinical trials.

The call comes as new figures reveal that more than 63,000 participants took part in health and care research supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) in the South West Peninsula region in 2024/25.

Health and care leaders are calling on residents to register with the NIHR’s Be Part of Research registry. This free online service matches people to suitable studies based on...

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Last call for patients eligible for Covid-19 spring vaccine

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/12/2025 - 10:45pm

NHS Devon has issued a ‘last call’ for at-risk patients eligible for the spring 2025 Covid-19 vaccine.

The spring booster campaign ends on June 17, and patients who meet the criteria are being urged to book before it’s too late.

Covid-19 is more serious in older people and those with certain underlying health conditions. For these reasons, the vaccine is being offered to people:

  • Aged 75 years and over
  • In care homes
  • Aged six months and over with a weakened immune system.

Devon GP Dr Alex Degan, who is also Primary Care...

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How to Use Online Pharmacies in Exeter Safely

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 06/12/2025 - 8:00am

With the busy lives we lead in today’s fast-paced world, there’s little time for chores like picking up your prescription meds from a pharmacy. If you’re looking for a convenient alternative that doesn’t involve leaving home, you’ve probably come across online pharmacies.

These let you order medicine from home, so you don’t have to make a dedicated trip out to get what you need.

But when it comes to your health, it goes without saying that you can’t take risks. If you live in Exeter and want to use an online pharmacy safely, you’ll want to follow these steps to make sure...

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Adolescent Obesity in England Rises by 50% Over 15 Years

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 06/11/2025 - 8:08am

New research to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2025) in Malaga, Spain, reveals a striking 50% increase in the proportion of adolescents living with overweight or obesity in England over the past 15 years. The studies, led by Dr. Dinesh Giri of Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and Dr. Senthil Senniappan of Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, show that the prevalence rose from 22% in 2008-2010 to 33% in 2021-2023.

The research utilised linked primary and secondary healthcare data, specifically the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) and Hospital Episode...

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Ambulance service opens up life-saving app alerts to public responders

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/09/2025 - 7:52pm

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) has announced that, as of 2 June 2025, trained members of the public registered with the GoodSAM Responder app, will be alerted to nearby cardiac arrest calls received by the 999 ambulance control room.

GoodSAM which stands for Good S martphone A ctivated M edics, uses mobile GPS technology to notify the nearest available responder when a cardiac arrest occurs within 500 metres of their location. These responders can then begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the precious minutes before an ambulance arrives...

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Scrivens Hearing Care expands into Exeter with acquisition of former CHIME facility

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/29/2025 - 9:43am

Scrivens Hearing Care, a leader in community-based audiology services with over 70 years of experience, today announced the acquisition of a new hearing care centre in Exeter city centre. The facility, formerly occupied by CHIME, will serve as a central hub for Scrivens’ NHS and private patients in Devon.

Located on Queen Street, the new centre will strengthen Scrivens’ presence in the South West, with additional satellite clinics supporting communities across Devon and the surrounding areas.

“We are delighted to announce this strategic acquisition as part of our drive...

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Is Your Commute Bringing Bed Bugs Home?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 05/27/2025 - 8:43am

Bed bugs have a notorious reputation for infesting hotels, bedrooms, and used furniture. But one often-overlooked threat is lurking in plain sight: your commute. Whether you take the train, ride a bus, or grab an Uber to work, your daily journey might be the very reason you’re unknowingly bringing bed bugs home.

Let’s explore the top 5 ways your commute could be putting your home at risk—and what to do about it before a minor nuisance turns into a major infestation.

1. Public Transportation Can Be a Bed Bug Hotspot

Subway seats, bus cushions, and even fabric walls in...

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The Importance of Regular Eye Exams and What to Expect

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 05/23/2025 - 9:48am

According to the Royal National Institute of Blind People, around two million people in the UK experience sight loss to the point that it has an impact on their daily lives. On top of this, there are millions more who are at risk of suffering sight loss in the future.

People who suffer from sight loss are sometimes born with their impairment. In other instances, they suffer it suddenly, as a result of an accident. In many cases, however, sight loss occurs gradually, as a result of environmental and genetic factors.

Why Regular Eye Exams Matter

In order to give yourself...

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Why Vitamin K2 Deserves a Spot in Your Supplement Routine

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 05/21/2025 - 10:55am

When considering which supplements to add to your daily routine, it’s important to focus on those that can significantly impact your overall health. While many people are familiar with the benefits of vitamins like D, C, and B12, fewer are aware of the crucial role that Vitamin K2, also known as menaquinone, can play in maintaining health. Often overshadowed by its more well-known counterpart, Vitamin K1 & K2 is instrumental in numerous bodily functions.

As we explore its importance, it’s imperative to consider additional supportive nutrients such as vitabright berberine ,...

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What are weight-loss jabs like Mounjaro and how do they work?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 05/20/2025 - 6:03am

For decades, meaningful weight loss has been an elusive goal for millions of Britons. Diet plans come and go, exercise regimens start with enthusiasm and fade with time, and the statistics remain grim: obesity rates continue to climb despite our best efforts. But a remarkable shift is happening in GP surgeries and NHS clinics across the UK, one that doctors are calling nothing short of revolutionary.

A new class of weight-loss medications, led by Mounjaro (tirzepatide), is fundamentally changing how we understand and treat obesity. Approved by the Medicines and Healthcare...

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