With the ease of lockdown restrictions in sight, I’ve been reflecting on how I’ve chosen to invest my spare time over the past year. Many of us have used the time at home to perfect a range of new and old hobbies, from cooking and baking, to running, doing yoga and even learning how to…
It should come as no surprise that, somewhere in between the constant reminders to wash our hands and warnings to socially distance, we have started to take our health and wellbeing more seriously than before. Backing this up, a recent Mind+Matter report reveals that most people are now adopting a proactive approach to managing their…
The UK Government recently announced its ‘Women’s Health Strategy’ consultation, which is seeking to collect views on women’s health over a 12-week period to help inform development of this strategy. This is the first government-led initiative of its kind in England, providing a platform for women to collectively share their healthcare experiences. The resulting strategy…
The pandemic has given us a glimpse (actually, more of a very long look) at an alternative way of receiving healthcare and engaging with the NHS. And that alternative fits in with 21st century life in a much better way for many of us. So are these changes here to stay? A new patient experience…
You don’t need me to reiterate the universal impact of the pandemic on our healthcare system in the UK. Beyond those diagnosed with Covid-19 and healthcare professionals working tirelessly to treat them, we have seen the indirect effects Covid on those with cancer, heart failure, mental health problems and so many more conditions that I…