Depression

What are the warning signs of depression?

27 Oct 2023 • 5 Likes • 1 comment

Depression is an illness that greatly affects patients' daily lives and quality of life. About 20% of the UK population will go through a depressive phase at least once in their lives. Depression...

Breast cancer

Why is Supportive Care Essential during Breast Cancer Treatment?

19 Oct 2023 • 2 Likes

A breast cancer diagnosis can drastically alter a person's life. Coping with the physical and emotional symptoms and side-effects of treatment can be a challenging ordeal for many patients. This is...

Different treatments for different types of pain

17 Oct 2023 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

Pain has long been trivialised by healthcare professionals. And yet, chronic pain has a major impact on patients' quality of life. The choice of treatment depends on the type of pain a patient...

Arthritis

Arthritis: understanding its cause, symptoms and treatment

12 Oct 2023 • 1 Like

Arthritis is a chronic or acute inflammatory condition that can affect any part of the body. This disease encompasses a group of inflammatory disorders that target the joints, significantly impacting...

Exploring Disabilities: What are the different types?

9 Oct 2023 • 4 Likes • 1 comment

Disabilities are not just confined to a single definition, they encompass a myriad of conditions that can impact a person’s mind, body, senses, or emotions. In a world as diverse as ours,...

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis: Which parts of the body can be affected?

17 Sep 2023 • 12 Likes • 3 comments

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease, affecting millions of people worldwide. This degenerative joint disease can impact various parts of the body, from the knees to the hands, and even...

Male sexual dysfunction

Male sexual dysfunction: everything there is to know

15 Sep 2023 • 5 Likes

Male sexual dysfunction can be a taboo subject. However, it is a relatively common problem that can affect men of all ages and backgrounds. Male sexual dysfunction can be effectively treated...

Diabetes (Type 1)
Diabetes (Type 2)

Smoking with Diabetes: What are the risks?

11 Sep 2023

Smoking and diabetes are a hazardous combination, with each exacerbating the risks associated with the other. Yet, despite the well-documented dangers, millions of people worldwide continue to engage...

What is eco-anxiety and how does it affect our mental health?

9 Sep 2023 • 1 Like

Stress, anxiety, anger... Thinking about the climate and the future of our planet can stir up lots of negative emotions in all of us. For several years now, the term 'eco-anxiety' has been making its...

Parkinson's disease

Mucuna pruriens : what are the benefits for Parkinson's disease?

3 Sep 2023 • 1 Like

Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterised by tremor in the limbs, slowness of movement and muscle stiffness. These symptoms result from a progressive decline in dopaminergic...

Endometriosis

Birth Control Pills for Managing Endometriosis: Which Ones to Choose?

1 Sep 2023

Navigating the realm of endometriosis management can feel like setting off on a difficult journey, just trying to seek relief from the complex symptoms. Among the diverse treatments available, birth...

Ankylosing spondylitis

The benefits of physical activity in the management of ankylosing spondylitis

25 Aug 2023

Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that mainly affects the spine and pelvis. It can cause stiffness, pain and reduced mobility. In terms of management, a growing body of...