Dog walking to ward off decline
Dog walking boosts levels of physical activity in old people and can ward off decline in later life, according to recent research published in the...
Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Exploring the complexities of ageing, and offering a comprehensive look at health, wellness, and social care for elderly populations. It delves into mental and cognitive health, support for dementia patients, the impact of menopause, advancements in biological ageing measurement, technology for elder safety, and health challenges during pandemics. It also emphasises the importance of caregiving, physical activities, and creative engagements like poetry for the elderly, reflecting the wide range of medical and social aspects of ageing.
Menopause misery for millions
Millions of women are suffering menopause misery because simple steps are not being taken to alleviate common symptoms including panic attacks, palpitations, hot flashes, and...
What’s in a smile?
What's in a smile? ‘Smiling uses between 12 and 26 different muscles in the face which pull the skin into a variety of furrow and...
Then and now – your bones
Today three million woman in the UK are diagnosed with so-called brittle bone disease, but back in the 1960s, it was poorly understood. Old ladies...
How to reduce ear wax safely
Ear wax is essential for helping to keep ears clean and free of debris, but how do you get rid of excess ear wax safely?...
What killed the residents of the Grenfell Tower?
What killed so many of the residents of the Grenfell Tower? In the weeks after the tragedy in London, it’s becoming clear that it was more...
A complete healthcare systems failure
Last week I delivered a keynote lecture at the Public Health Collaboration annual conference in Manchester where I explained to an audience of over 200 made up...
Airborne aluminium exposure
The dangers of airborne aluminium exposure may yet be felt by the Grenfell survivors and nearby residents of Grenfell Tower. To see why, we need...
Sing for pulmonary rehabilitation
People who experience breathlessness because of lung disease often stay away from exercise in case it makes their condition worse. We need to help them...
Fertility – an issue for employers
Employers are becoming more aware about the importance of fertility health to their workforce. There have been some well publicised media reports recently about leading...
