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Awards looking for ordinary people doing extraordinary things in the healthcare sector
People across Britain can now honour colleagues, friends and neighbours who do extraordinary things by nominating them for a new national award. The British Citizen Awards were launched in January this year to honour the incredible accomplishments of individuals in society who positively impact their communities. The awards happen twice a year, and recognise everyday people whose achievements may otherwise be overlooked. Continue reading
Yoga improves symptoms and mood for people with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
Yoga may be a safe and effective way to improve the quality of life of people with different types of arthritis, suggests research in the Journal of Rheumatology. Continue reading
Men with a high body mass index may have lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis says new research
A high body mass index in men may reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis, but the same cannot be said for women, according to new research published in Rheumatology. Continue reading
Intensive regime of exercise and diet prevents knee pain in adults with type 2 diabetes, highlights new research
Regular exercise and a healthy diet seems to reduce the short-term onset of knee pain for overweight adults with type 2 diabetes, says a study published in Arthritis Care and Research. Continue reading
Diet and exercise help prevent knee pain in overweight people in the short term, says new research
Overweight adults at high risk of knee pain may be able to prevent it by taking more physical exercise and having a better diet, according to a study published in Arthritis Care & Research. Continue reading
