Mia Trevorrow, the newly crowned ISKA British Champion with an impressive record of 10 wins and 5 losses, is thrilled to announce the launch of HER Fight Academy. An innovative online platform designed to empower aspiring fighters and enthusiasts in the world of combat sports. This exciting new venture goes live today! Travelling from her hometown in Cornwall, to the North West, via a stint in Thailand to learn her craft, Mia now trains under the esteemed 4 Corners Gym in Liverpool. After lacing up her first pair of gloves and starting her journey in to combat sports just four years…
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To celebrate Play in Healthcare Week (14-18 October), the UK’s leading charity for children’s play in hospitals and hospices holds the annual awards to shine a spotlight on how play can reduce fear, pain and trauma during a child’s treatment and recovery from illness. Moorfields’ health play specialist is Starlight’s Mentor of the Year winner: Florence Donovan, from Moorfields Eye Hospital, won the Mentor of the Year 2024 award for her outstanding work in guiding the next generation of health play specialists. Florence’s passion for her work stems from her personal experiences as a child patient at Moorfields. After losing sight in her…
Menopause – just the word alone can trigger a range of emotions, from curiosity to dread to “Can I fast-forward through this part?” But for black women, the menopause journey often comes with some extra not-so-welcome surprises. The SWAN (Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation) report reveals a staggering truth: Black women endure menopause symptoms for an average of 10.1 years, while white women experience them for around 6.5 years. Yes, you read that right – 10.1 years. That’s nearly four extra years of night sweats, random hot flashes, mood swings, and the occasional “Is it hot in here…
NHS reports 7.62 million treatments were pending as of the end of June, involving 6.39 million patients (1). However, according to a new poll, 30% of people currently on an NHS waiting list waited over a year from the awareness of their condition to being added to the list (2). With NHS waiting lists increasing for the third consecutive month, according to new figures released yesterday (1), a private healthcare provider has highlighted that these statistics fail to account for the time it takes to receive a diagnosis before a patient is added to a treatment waiting list. A study…
In the ever-evolving world of dentistry, a new trend is making waves, capturing the attention of both dental professionals and patients alike. The minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry technique known as composite bonding is quickly gaining popularity due to its precise and aesthetically pleasing ability to improve smiles. Dental offices across the UK are at the forefront of this trend, providing patients with advanced options to improve their smiles. The science behind composite bonding Tooth decay, discolouration, and chipping can be repaired by composite bonding, which is the application of a resin material that matches the colour of the tooth. This…
In the hustle and bustle of modern work life, where stress and burnout are becoming increasingly prevalent, many are turning to the simple act of running as a remedy. England Athletics reported that over six million adults in England sought solace in running at least once a week in 2021, with nearly two-thirds identifying stress reduction as a primary motivation. Delving deeper into this phenomenon, recent research conducted on the impact of participating in “park run,” a global weekly 5km run, sheds light on how running can effectively alleviate the strains of contemporary work life. The study, encompassing individuals from…
In a departure from the traditional association of adult education with evening classes for older individuals, the UK is witnessing a paradigm shift in its approach to lifelong learning. Once considered a casualty of austerity, adult education is experiencing a resurgence, driven by changing career dynamics, financial incentives, increased flexibility, and the proven positive impact on wellbeing. The landscape of careers has undergone a radical transformation, rendering the concept of a “career for life” obsolete. With jobs emerging that didn’t exist a decade ago, the need for continuous skill development has become imperative. Lifelong learning is emerging as a solution,…
In a concerning revelation, Labour leader Keir Starmer has presented alarming statistics suggesting that British children are not only experiencing a decline in average height but are also grappling with rising obesity rates and diminishing overall happiness under the current Conservative government. Labour’s extensive plan, labeled the “child health action plan,” aims to reverse these worrying trends and foster the healthiest and happiest generation of children in Britain’s history. Stature Struggles Labour’s analysis reveals a significant drop in the average height of British children over the last thirty years. The average height of five-year-old girls has decreased by 27 places…