The Health and Healing Narrative

Promoting understanding between people and practitioners.

Charlotte

  • Sun, Sea and Suspicious Moles: Essential Tips for Sun Safety and Melanoma Prevention.

    I am writing this blog post today from the hot and humid Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, in the Caribbean – my new home for the next 2 weeks. It is a refreshing change from the cold rainy weather of the North West, as the temperature here rarely drops below 25 °C – and that’s in…

  • The Impact of Sleep on Our Health: Why Prioritising Rest is Essential.

    In the modern world, we often view sleep as a luxury, not a necessity, due to the numerous demands on our time – jobs, relationships, hobbies, the list goes on – it’s easy to overlook the vital role that sleep plays on our health and wellbeing. Together in this blog post, we’ll explore the profound…

  • Language, Stigma, and Mental Health: A Closer Look at why the Language We Use Matters.

    Language shapes our perception and attitudes, especially concerning mental health. The terminology used can be confusing and varies significantly, often sparking contention amongst the public and healthcare practitioners (HCPs) alike. This article explores how nuances in language and definitions impact our understanding and treatment of mental health in modern society. Contents. Definitions From The World…

  • Prioritising Mental Health in the Workplace: How To Create a Supportive Working Environment.

    Did you know that the most common health condition reported by the working age population within the UK was depression, “bad nerves” and anxiety? “It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace”. Today it is World Mental Health Day, and the spotlight this year (as set by the World Federation for Mental Health…

  • Navigating the NHS: The Ultimate Guide to the UK’s Healthcare System.

    The National Health Service (NHS) is an immense system; it is the biggest employer in Europe, with over 1.3 million staff in total. Within it are hundreds of organisations of varying sizes, each with their own roles and responsibilities. It can be hard enough as it is for people working within the system to navigate…

  • Women’s Health Matters: Promising Advancements in Endometriosis Research.

    Endometriosis is one of the most common gynaecological conditions, affecting around 10% of people assigned female at birth who are of reproductive age globally. This equates to around 190 million people between the ages of 15-49, and 1.5 million within the UK alone. This blog post explores endometriosis, it’s diagnosis and treatment options, and highlights…

  • The Third Most Deadly Disease in the World; What Is COPD, and How Can we Treat it?

    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for two lung conditions that cause the lungs to become inflamed and damaged, resulting in breathing difficulties. It affects around 1.2 million people in the UK, and according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), it is the 7th leading cause of poor health worldwide and the…

  • The Silent Epidemic in Healthcare; Compassion Fatigue.

    Though new technological advancements occur almost daily in the world of modern medicine, one of the most powerful tools a healthcare practitioner (HCP) can use remains something far more fundamental: empathy. Empathy – the ability to understand and share the feelings of another – a skill vital in healthcare, and one that can significantly improve…

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