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A happy mouth is…a happy mind. That’s the message this World Oral Health Day, on 20 March, as we’re all reminded that the impact of good oral health stretches far beyond our mouths. And it’s not just our mental health that is linked. Research has shown that people with gum disease or tooth loss also experience higher rates of heart disease. Nilesh Patel is a dentist and Chai ...

Sleep is an important part of a person's daily life and sleep health is one of the pillars of good health. It can help with people’s moods, energy levels, diet, memory and alertness. The World Sleep Society launched the World Sleep Day campaign, 16 years ago. The campaign used positive messaging to raise awareness of the health benefits of good quality sleep. This year’s Worl ...

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about prostate cancer, the UK’s most common cancer in men. 1 in 8 men will now be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, and your risk increase if you’re over 50 or have a family history. Early detection can significantly improve the chances of successful treatment, but many men with early prostate ...

Young Carers Action Day is an annual event, organised by Carers Trust, to raise awareness of young carers and the incredible contribution they make to their families and local communities. This year’s theme is ‘Give Me A Break’ focusing on the importance of rest and respite for young carers.  A young carer is a child or young person who cares, unpaid, for a family member or fr ...

Smoking a cigarette is estimated to cut 20 minutes off a person’s life expectancy. That’s why, on Wednesday, 12 March, smokers are encouraged to mark No Smoking Day by committing to quit for good and contacting their local stop smoking service to give themselves the best chance. This year the theme of the day is ‘Take your life back’, as giving up smoking has wide-ranging imp ...

What comes to mind when you see the words 'gender equality'? Pay, health, human rights or something closer to home? Or none of these, as gender equality can mean a lot of different things to different people. In the UK, women represent 51% of the population, and this year’s International Women’s Day, we are accelerating action for gender equality. At Frimley Health and Care, w ...

March marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and we are supporting The Eve Appeal to help raise awareness! Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common cancer in women, yet research shows that awareness of its signs and symptoms remains alarmingly low. The lack of awareness contributes to late-stage diagnoses, which can significantly reduce the chances of successful treatment. In t ...

NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board’s Chief Executive Fiona Edwards has announced she will be taking on a new role in the North East having been appointed to the role of NHS England Regional Director - North East and Yorkshire.  Fiona is an experienced Chief Executive Officer, with over 30 years of leadership roles at NHS Trusts, ICBs and leading collaborative work across the So ...

This week (24th February - 2nd March) marks Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and the theme is “Eating disorders can affect anyone”. The campaign highlights that eating disorders can impact anyone, regardless of gender, age, or background. In the UK, at least 1.25 million people are currently living with an eating disorder, a reminder of just how common these mental health cond ...

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women in the UK, and the chance of getting breast cancer increases as you get older. Regular breast screening is one of the best ways to spot a cancer that is too small to feel or see yourself – it saves around 1,300 lives each year in the UK. NHS England has launched its first-ever awareness campaign to highlight the benefits ...