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The Check-Up podcast presents this engaging & exciting 5-part series, discussing the importance of physical activity & just how far it can go in preventing & improving specific health conditions.
Dr Alison Vickers and Prof David Jenkins discuss the underlying mechanisms and most up-to-date evidence on how certain physical activity can positively impact medical conditions such as dementia, cancer, mental health, diabetes and osteoporosis.
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Learn moreAs veterans transition from military service, they often face significant mental health challenges, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and adjustment difficulties. Managing these complex conditions requires a holistic, long-term approach, and general practitioners (GPs) are in a unique position to support veterans not only through referrals to mental health specialists but also through evidence-based lifestyle interventions that promote resilience and recovery.
Explore the role of antidepressants in older adults, weighing risks and benefits, deprescribing, and alternative strategies. Listen to expert insights in this podcast.
Join Jack Steele as he shares his journey with severe eczema, discussing challenges and strategies for managing the condition. A must-listen for those seeking support and insights.