Monthly Archives: January 2010

Tech for Health

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Having more information about your physical activity and your level of fitness can be really useful for improving your health. You can use gadgets, websites, and software on your computer and/or mobile phone to help you figure out how fit you are, to keep track of your exercise, and to get ideas on how to improve your fitness. Here are some useful resources for using technology to help you get fitter: Read More »

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WCRF UK’s recommendations for cancer prevention

wcrf ukWorld Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) leads a global network of cancer charities dedicated to cancer prevention and control through lifestyle. WCRF UK’s education team has provided the following post to help citizens have a better understanding of how to access credible information on cancer prevention, and signposts some useful online resources.

WCRF UK’s recommendations for cancer prevention

1. Be as lean as possible without becoming underweight

Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of cancer. WCRF UK recommends that adults aim to be at the lower end of the healthy body mass index (BMI) range.

http://www.wcrf-uk.org/preventing_cancer/weight/index.php

2. Be physically active for at least 30 minutes every day Read More »

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Migraine: isn’t that just a bad headache?

migraine actionLee Tomkins is the Director of Migraine Action, the leading charity dedicated to individuals affected by migraine. She has provided the following post to help citizens have a better understanding of how to access credible information about migraines, and signposts some useful online resources.

Migraine can affect anyone and can have many symptoms. Attacks last between 4 – 72 hours and on average people experience around 13 attacks a year.

Although anyone can suffer from migraine, 10-15 per cent of the population is thought to have an increased susceptibility. There is also a genetic element to migraine so it can run in families. However there are also many internal and external factors, which can trigger an attack, that are unique to individuals. Keeping a migraine diary to record your attacks can help to piece together your own personal migraine triggers. Read More »

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Top Health Websites from Dr. Sophie Kefi

Dr. Sophie KefiIn this video, Dr. Sophie Kefi, a GP (ST1) practicing in East London, shares her three top health websites for getting health information that can empower you to make better choices regarding your health. These are http://www.nhs.uk & http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk, http://www.patient.co.uk, and http://www.bbc.co.uk/health. While these websites offer a great deal of useful information, Dr. Kefi reminds you not to self-diagnose and always to see your GP if you have any serious health concerns. Read More »

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Computers: Transforming the lives of those with disabilities

IT Can Help logoBob Twitchin is the chair of IT Can Help.

Computers have transformed the lives of many people with disabilities. The web and email has given access to limitless opportunities, not only by helping to solve practical problems, such as doing the weekly grocery shopping online, but the internet has also provided a means to socialise for those who could otherwise not get out to meet friends and family.

However computers are still complicated beasts which can appear temperamental to many. Read More »

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Top Tips for a Healthy Heart in 2010

Dr. Sarah JarvisIn this video, Dr. Sarah Jarvis, Chair of HEART UK’s Healthcare Committee and GP for BBC’s The One Show, shares 7 top tips for a healthy heart in 2010. These are (1) Know why your cholesterol level matters, (2) Get your cholesterol checked, (3) Know what your numbers mean, (4) Take action if you’re at risk, (5) Shed excess weight, (6) Do some exercise, and (7) Watch what you eat. Read More »

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