Health and Wellbeing News & Updates
- 25th April 2017
Anxiety is can occur at any time and sufferers can really struggle with many forms of the condition from OCD, depression to health anxiety. Now there’s a way you can tackle your anxiety this, feet first.
So, everyone is jumping on the bandwagon and thinking you should reluctantly subscribe to a monthly gym membership? STOP! There is an answer in North Devon that doesn’t involve lycra and heavy weights.
- 5th December 2016
Candles lit and fairy lights are beautiful but can be dangerous if left unattended. Make sure you’re in the know to keep safe this festive season.
- 20th November 2016
It’s becoming an epidemic and for all the right reasons. So if you live in North Devon, what is the Barnstaple Park run all about?
Diabetes is a common life-long health condition. There are 3.5 million people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK and an estimated 549,000 people who have the condition, but don’t know it.
- 25th October 2016
After the tragic news of the young Kirsty List being diagnosed with mesothelioma (Cancer related to exposure to asbestos), believed to be from a North Devon school, it has led to many others concerned about the condition and any implications it may have for themselves.
We all take it for granted that our heart will keep beating – but is yours struggling to break down the levels of cholesterol and keep you pumping?
The services we rely on in North Devon has saved and changed children’s and adult’s lives for the better. Now we are at risk of losing these including SCBU, labour and delivery wards, outpatients, theatre and the children’s ward. Here is how to help.
- 2nd October 2016
Tis the season for flu! Whilst flu is an unpleasant illness to say the least, it usually only lasts a week or two for most. However, there are a few people who may really suffer serious complications and should ensure they have the flu jab each year.
- 26th September 2016
After years of campaigning for organ donation, we want to get as many of you as possible to registered to save lives. It really is very simple and could help a multitude of families in the future.