In today’s fast-paced world, mobile phones have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. From checking emails through to scrolling social media platforms and messaging friends, our devices keep us connected and informed. Our eyes are constantly glued to screens, be it smartphones, computers, or tablets. This widespread digital dependence has brought with it […]
The dictionary definition of resilience is ‘the capacity to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties; toughness’. It’s an easy sentence to read, but sometimes major life events can feel too hard to quickly ‘recover’ from. This article has a selection of hints and tips and a variety of sources of information suggesting ways to help […]
When you read the word STRESS how do you feel? Do your thoughts turn to the symptoms of being stressed rather than reflecting on the causes and what you can do to reduce your stress levels? When we talk about ‘feeling’ stressed we tend to view it negatively, yet there are times when stress in […]
‘I don’t know how I ever found time to work’ is something I hear often amongst friends who’ve retired. Whether you are retired or not, sometimes there just don’t seem to be enough hours in a day. It only takes a small distraction like a phone call or email and we can completely lose track […]
We all know how good it feels to have had a great sleep and wake up feeling refreshed. What you might not realise are all the benefits behind a good sleep. In this article we not only look at the benefits, but also include tips for when sleep evades you. Amy Gallagher,Senior Sleep Physiologist at […]
Two of the most common operations carried out in the UK are on knees and hips, possibly because the knee joint is the largest joint in our bodies (closely followed by the hip). Our knees are vital in our ability to move around, and they take our bodyweight through a range of movements with their […]
Opening up to others, especially colleagues, can seem a daunting prospect when it comes to our mental health. The recent Teacher Wellbeing index shows that 50% of teaching staff who did talk to a colleague realised they gained a perspective on their mental health problems. Of course, it’s not always easy and this is reflected […]
When was your last eye test? You might feel that whilst you don't wear glasses there is no need for you to have an eye test. The NHS recommends every 2 years (unless your optometrist tells you any different). See the NHS advice here https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/look-after-your-eyes/ What could an eye test reveal about your overall health? It […]
It is quite astounding that someone is admitted to hospital every 5 minutes with a heart related concern. Here at Eduhealth we think it is important that we do all we can to help ourselves and those we love to protect our hearts. Your heart health is often affected by your lifestyle, things like exercise, […]
Many adults in the UK have some form of gum disease, but may not be aware of the possible link to disease in other parts of their body. An article in the British Dental Journal wrote that in recent years there has been considerable interest in the possible link. The article also pointed out that […]
