Live life well

Tips, advice and support to help you live life well at home.

How can I keep myself healthy? - Physio advice

18 Oct 2016 Written by Nadia Tavana
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Keeping yourself healthy Our Physiotherapy Team have pulled together the below resources to help you manage common conditions at...

Carers: are you getting what you need?

2 Aug 2016 Written by Amyholgate
Being a carer can be rewarding, but it can also be isolating, tiring and have an impact on your...

Feature: Diagnosing an autism spectrum disorder

27 Jul 2016 Written by Amyholgate
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When Robbie Hallam was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, it answered a lot of questions for his mum,...

Sun Sense: Know your Sunscreen!

20 Jul 2016 Written by Emily Cope
It looks like summer is finally here and it’s time to head outside! Some sunshine is good for us,...

Top tips - looking after your feet in winter

6 Jan 2016 Written by Charlotte.titheridge
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Senior Podiatrist Laura Flook explains how to care for your feet even during the colder months Winter is on...

Ask Matron… Staying well this winter

30 Dec 2015 Written by Amy Clapinson
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Do you have a health question? Our community matron addresses some common health complaints… My husband and I are...

Tips for better breathing

24 Aug 2015 Written by Nadia Tavana
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Exercising when you have trouble breathing from COPD can seem like a challenge. But regular physical activity can strengthen...

Running tips for injury prevention

17 Aug 2015 Written by Nadia Tavana
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Running is good for your heart and strengthens bones and tendons. It can improve confidence and body image, increases...

Ask Community Matron (Incontinence)

6 Aug 2015 Written by Debbie Harris
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If you have incontinence, don’t be embarrassed about getting medical help. Urinary incontinence can happen as we get older,...

A brief guide to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

18 Feb 2015 Written by Kizzy Harris
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Our Diabetes and Nutrition Service works closely with people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). IBS is a common, long-term condition of...