HEALTH HEADLINES

MAY 2025: May Is Better Sleep Month

When it comes to sleep, quantity is important—and so is quality. You might be getting enough hours of sleep, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting the highest quality sleep.

Most adults need somewhere between seven and nine hours a night to wake up feeling like their Best Slept Self®, and a lot depends on exactly what happens during those hours... [Read more]

What Happens? Seconds later, a person becomes unresponsive, is not breathing or is only gasping. Death occurs within minutes if the victim does not receive treatment.

A blocked artery prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching a section of the heart. If the blocked artery is not reopened quickly, the part of the heart normally nourished by that artery begins to die... [Read more]

Your blood pressure measurement takes into account how much blood is passing through your blood vessels and the amount of resistance the blood meets while the heart is pumping.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when the force of blood pushing through your vessels is consistently too high. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of hypertension, including its symptoms, causes, how it’s treated, and more... [Read more]

Autism, a complex condition, manifests differently in each individual, presenting a wide array of strengths and challenges. At its core, autism is characterised by differences in social communication and interaction, alongside restricted interests and repetitive behaviours. For some, sensory sensitivities further shape their experiences, influencing how they perceive and engage with the world around them. Despite these challenges, individuals with autism often exhibit remarkable talents and abilities, contributing valuable insights and perspectives to society. By recognising and embracing the diversity... [Read more]

What Is A Breast Self-Exam? A breast self-exam is an early detection tool that uses a combination of physical and visual examinations of the breasts to check for signs and symptoms of breast cancer. The purpose of a breast self-exam is to become familiar with the way your breasts normally look and feel. Knowing how your breasts normally look and feel, also called breast self-awareness, will help you identify any changes or abnormalities in your breasts, such as a new lump or skin changes. Any changes in your breasts discovered during a breast self-exam should be reported to your healthcare provider right away... [Read more]