Couples have lower dementia risk
Being in a close relationship may
significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia, say scientists from University College London and Nottingham and Loughborough Universities. Their survey
Winter babies may prevent depression in new mums
Having a winter or spring baby may make you less likely to develop postnatal depression, say experts from the American Society of Anesthesiologists. According to the NHS, more than one in 10 women are
affected by postnatal depression within a year of giving birth. Symptoms can include a persistent feeling of sadness and low mood, low energy, sleep difficulties and having problems bonding with your baby. However, the experts don’t know why giving birth in the
winter or spring is any different from having a baby in the summer or autumn months. But it could be something to do with the seasonal enjoyment of indoor activities mothers experience with newborns in the winter and spring, they suggest.
Dental health differences
A report published by the Nuffield Trust and the Health Foundation claims there’s a north-south divide
when it comes to dental health in this country – and it’s not good news for people living in the north. One example from the report shows 44 percent of
children in the Blackburn and Darwen local authority area are free from tooth decay, compared with 86 percent in South Gloucestershire.
“It’s shocking that where you live can still determine your dental health,” says Professor John Appleby, the report’s author.
All the products you need to keep your teeth and gums healthy are available at your local Careway pharmacy – find your nearest pharmacy at
www.careway.co.uk/find-a-pharmacy.
discovered single men and women have a 35 - 44 per cent higher risk of dementia –
therefore being in a relationship means your chances of developing the disease may be about 60 percent less.
Family health
Get lots more advice and tips on keeping your family healthy at
www.careway.co.uk/ health-zone/family
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health diary 2018
January 31
National Bug Busting Day Schools are encouraged to take part in National Bug Busting Days – held in January, June and October each year – to help tackle the problem of head lice. Find out more by visiting the Community Hygiene Concern website at
www.chc.org.
March 1 - 30
Dechox Organised by the British Heart Foundation, Dechox is a challenge to give up chocolate for the entire month of March to raise money and awareness for the charity. Almost 20,000 people took part last year – visit
www.bhf.org.uk and search ‘Dechox’ for info.
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