Traditional Chinese medicine at Mar Shopping Algarve
Traditional Chinese medicine is “recognised for its ability to promote balance and well-being” MAR Shopping Algarve, in partnership with the HPA private health group, is offering free health screenings that
Depression
Depression affects all of us at some point in our lives, adults, adolescents and children, so it’s important we learn about it. Ranging from mild, moderate and severe bouts, depression
Skin care and eye care presentations in Tavira
Organised by afpop, the events are open to everyone afpop, Portugal’s largest association of foreign residents, is organising two healthcare presentations, in English, on skin care and eye care on
Do you have diabetes? Then watch your eyes carefully
Answers and questions on diabetic retinopathy What is diabetic retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is the alteration of the cytoarchitecture (anatomy) and function of the retinal structures in response to vascular damage and consequent
Learning from mistakes: a journey of self-discovery
In the timeless verses of Portia Nelson’s poem, “There’s a Hole in My Sidewalk: The Romance of Self-Discovery,” we embark on a journey of introspection and growth. Through the metaphor
Adult ADHD and coaching – A brief introduction
Let me take you on a journey of my personal experience because – and I can’t emphasize enough – when you’ve met someone with ADHD, you just met one person
Periodontitis? Run away from it if you want to keep your teeth!
Periodontitis is commonly known as gum disease. It is estimated to affect approximately 65% of the adult population and its evolution becomes chronic. Periodontitis is a disease that affects the
The big, fat cholesterol debate
This is probably not the most “original” topic I have ever written about, but for the sake of public “health and safety”, it is one that should probably be revisited,
10 tips from Life Plan Resorts for a longer, healthier life
In today’s fast-paced world, living a long and fulfilling life is a goal many of us strive for. Life Plan Resorts understands the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to
The stressberg
It’s been a while, so let’s do a short re-cap. Our response to negative stressors in our external environment activates the four phases of our stress response in our internal