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healthtohand newsletter summer 2009
Welcome to our summer edition newsletter! We hope you’re all enjoying having a bit of time off from the daily grind, whether it’s at home or abroad and with or without the kids. It’s been a frightening few months for a lot of people as Swine Flu has got to grips with the UK – have a look at the latest information from the NHS on statistics and advice within our Health News section.
July saw Dementia Awareness week so we’ve decided to lead with an article all about this health area. Early diagnosis makes for a better prognosis so have a good read of the symptoms and pass on your knowledge. If you or a person you know has been diagnosed with a form of dementia, this information should help deepen your understanding.
Also featured is a comprehensive breakdown on Iron deficiency Anaemia, which we’ve linked to our refreshing and tasty ‘Smoothie of the Month’, The Iron Builder.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is an often debilitating anxiety disorder and with more and more of you asking for articles on anxiety issues, we wanted to get you the facts covered.
‘Body Zone of the Month’ has a detailed look at the back, an often forgotten but extremely important part of the body, with a great breakdown of steps for training on this area.
We’ve been amazed by all of your positive comments on what we’re doing so thanks to you all for giving us this really important feedback. It’s really important to us that we keep on delivering the topics that you are interested in so keep in touch!
Best wishes, the team at Health to Hand
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What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety condition in which you have unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead you to engage in repetitive behaviours (compulsions).
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What is Anaemia caused by Iron deficiency?
Iron deficiency anaemia is triggered when your body doesn’t have enough iron. Iron is important because it helps you to get enough oxygen throughout your body. Your body uses iron to make haemoglobin. Haemoglobin is a protein, the red pigment that imparts the familiar red colour to red blood cells and to blood. More » |
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All about Dementia
Dementia, meaning deprived of mind, isn't a specific disease; the term describes a group of symptoms affecting intellectual and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily functioning, such as driving, household chores and even personal care such as bathing, dressing, and feeding. More » |
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 Focus on the Back
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 From June, Newcastle
Your article on digestion was so interesting and has helped me get to grips with problems I’ve been having for years. More»
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Swine Flu latest from the NHS
The number of new cases of swine flu in England dropped sharply last week, with an estimated 30,000 new cases reported. This compares to an estimated 110,000 cases the week before. However, the virus is not expected to go away. Experts still expect an increase in the autumn when schools reopen and the traditional flu season begins in the UK.
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Binge-drinking by young adults blamed for rise in oral cancer cases
Doctors are calling for tobacco-style warnings on alcohol after new figures show the devastating effects of over-consumption Heavy drinking by young adults has contributed to a surge in the cases of oral cancer in the last decade. Rates of cancer of the lip, tongue, mouth and throat have risen by a quarter among men and women in their forties, with alcohol now a higher risk factor than smoking, according to research by Cancer Research UK.
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