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Courses help cancer survivors face the future
Many survivors struggle with long-term health problems caused by their treatment and others need psychological support to cope with the fear of the disease recurring, as well as problems with self-esteem and body image.
Zinc tablets may shorten the duration of a cold
Researchers, who examined 17 randomised controlled trials involving 2,100 patients, concluded high doses of zinc were more effective than low doses, but the strength of the evidence was “moderate”, they say. Larger trials are needed to confirm the findings before it is possible to give medical advice.
Hand hygiene campaign ‘cut superbug infections’
Hospital superbugs were once a real fear for many patients. In response the Clean Your Hands campaign, funded by the Department of Health, was introduced in all hospitals by June 2005.
Welsh Blood Service in donor plea as stocks of some supplies fall
Blood donors are being urged to come forward by officials who say there are just four days worth of some supplies left in Wales.
Persistent cough ‘could be lung cancer warning’
Cancer tsar Professor Sir Mike Richards said: “It is vital that cancer patients get treated quickly so they have the best chance of surviving.” Lung cancer affects 33,000 people in England every year, with the majority of cases occurring in people over the age of 55.
Curry’s ability to fight cancer put to the test
Joanna Reynolds, from Cancer Research UK, said: “By doing a clinical trial like this, we will find out more about the potential benefits of taking large amounts of curcumin, as well as any possible side effects this could have for cancer patients.”
Yoga for Weight Loss morning and evening routine
This routine is short but yet effective for those who have limited time in the mornings or evenings. Try to do it 5 times a week, and eat more fresh vegetables, fruit and whole grains.
A Guide to Starting Your Own Complementary Therapy Practice: A Manual for the Complementary Healthcare Profession
A step-by-step guide on how to set up your own complementary health care practice. This book covers every aspect of starting up a new practice, taking into account the wide range of practice requirements from the very simple (e.g. in therapist’s own home) to the more ambitious (e.g. buying premises from which to set up a clinic). It covers all the legal requirements, detailed and precise financial calculations and the mechanics of how the therapist goes about making their vision a reality. Day-to-day aspects that need to be considered when the practice is up and running are covered. The manual is relevant for a broad spectrum of complementary practitioners, from chiropractors to massage therapists.
Aromatherapy An A-Z: The most comprehensive guide to aromatherapy ever published
This is the most up-to-date encyclopaedia of aromatherapy available today, with over 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions, and 82 essential oils. It explains the properties of essential oils and the health conditions that benefit from them. There is also advice on hazardous oils. There are recipes and formulae for baths, creams and tonics. All the entries are comprehensive, fluently written and provide an easy-to-understand introduction to a wide range of topics.
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