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Our resident health scientist provides advice and tips to living a happier, healthier life in our wellbeing section.

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Ways To Stay In Touch With Loved Ones

December 23, 2020December 23, 2020 - by Jon Wade

2020 has been a year like no other in living history, bringing phrases like furlough, lockdown and social distancing into our everyday vocabularies. There have been immense challenges for all …

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The Benefits and Compromises of Independent Living

December 4, 2020 - by Pippa Stacey

Something I often speak about in reference to my chronic illness journey is the fact I’m an ‘in-betweener’. I’m frequently caught between being ‘well enough’ to look after myself, but …

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Managing Post-Lockdown Activity Levels

September 25, 2020 - by Pippa Stacey

Times are strange for many chronically ill people at the moment. Even though lockdown restrictions have eased, many of the chronic illness community have found themselves facing a somewhat unexpected …

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Setting Mindful Intentions as a Disabled Person

January 10, 2020February 22, 2020 - by Pippa Stacey

Well here we are; it’s that time again. The time where social media posts become rife with meaningful life quotes scrawled out in italics and everybody under the sun declaring …

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10 Things Nobody Tells You About Getting Old

March 29, 2019May 29, 2020 - by Jon Wade

Age has a habit of sneaking up on us all, but when you’re young you rarely stop to think about how or when it will happen to you. Age affects …

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How to Treat Painful Joints at Home

February 22, 2019September 4, 2020 - by Natasha Bruce-Jones

Many people require a mobility aid because of avoidable or improvable joint pain. What changes could you make to keep your joints healthy?

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3 Different Ways to Relieve Back Pain and Stiffness

January 29, 2019May 29, 2020 - by Natasha Bruce-Jones

Back pain is one of the most common forms of physical discomfort and restriction. Fortunately, there are various ways you can alleviate some of the pain.

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Natasha Bruce-Jones Natasha Bruce-Jones is an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about improving independence and quality of life for those with difficulties.
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