Health & Wellbeing

The importance of your respiratory rate

According to research, respiratory rate is often not recorded in many hospitals when other vital signs are, and yet there is evidence that an abnormal respiratory rate “is the most significant predictor of critical illness”.

Research conducted by Birmingham City Hospital confirmed that respiratory rate is an early indicator of physiological deterioration and should be recorded along with other vital signs in patients arriving at Accident and Emergency. NICE guidelines for Recognising and responding to acute illness in adults in hospital state that as a minimum respiratory rate should be...

One of our most popular blogs is ‘Foods for keeping your lungs healthy’, so we thought we'd give it an update and keep you posted with new information coming through that looks at how seven everyday foods and spices could help those with breathing problems avoid respiratory infection during the cold, winter months.

Please note however that this is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please always seek advice from your physician or health provider regarding a medical condition.

Echinacea

Echinacea is now one of the most popular...

To keep our bodies ticking over nicely, lung health is critical. It is a cog in the wheel that makes our bodies work effectively. If you suffer oxygen deprivation then it can be serious to your health leading to serious respiratory illnesses and conditions including pneumonia, COPD and asthma. These illnesses attack the lungs causing breathing difficulty. A good way to keep your lungs healthy is by eating a healthy diet. A healthy diet is long term investment to a better lifestyle.

Water

Water is essential for healthy lungs. Dry lungs are prone to irritation.  Each day you should...

If you're in this for the long haul 'Keep your eye on the ball!'

Everyman Male Cancer Awareness Month is all about raising awareness to testicular and prostate cancer.

The disease is an even bigger killer than lung disease . Almost 43,000 men are diagnosed with a form of male-specific cancer each year in the UK.

Every year in June an advert is launched to make people sit up and notice - past celebrities who have taken part have included Dermot O'Leary and Robbie Williams.  It's not an easy subject to broach and the easy-going nature of the adverts has helped reach a lot of men.

If you're not sure how to do a testicular self examination, click here.  It's not as scary as it sounds, promise! And it could definitely save your life.

This week is Heart Rhythm Week.  Heart Rhythm Week is put together to raise awareness to arrhythmic conditions and ask that you understand your own heart rate better.

By doing pulse checks you can make sure that the beat is regular - although not everyone is sure of how to check it properly.

The British public are unable to recognise the warning signs of a deadly irregular heartbeat according to a new survey commissioned by national heart rhythm charity Arrhythmia Alliance (A-A). On average respondents in a survey were only aware of a third of the symptoms, even though irregular heartbeats are the leading cause of death in the...

This week is National Walk To Work Week. If you ever needed an excuse to get walking -it's here!

Walking is a great way to stay trim and helps keep your heart healthy. It saves on petrol and bus fares, and is better for our planet. It’s easy to fit some more walking in to your working week. Whether it’s making changes to how you travel to work, or getting out more at lunchtimes.

Walking is also a great form of exercise if you suffer from any respiratory illnesses including asthma, COPD or Emphysema

Between 14-18th May employees are encouraged to leave their cars at home and put national transport...

There are many substances and situations that exist in our daily life and environment that can make us sick.

Here are the top five:

Allergens, VOC, chemicals and microbials in the air you breathe can lead to breathing problems, allergies and sickness. Drinking water contaminated with heavy metals, chemicals, disinfection byproducts and pesticides can lead to digestive problems and other illnesses. Pesticide ladled and GMO food can lead to a weak immune system and sluggish body functions. Beauty, hygiene and body products can be loaded with chemicals, parabens and other toxic...