Musculoskeletal Disorders
Download a PDF version here. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD’s) are injuries or disorders that aff ect the musculoskeletal system of the body which is responsible for human movement. The structures affected can include bones, joints, tendons, muscles, nerves and connective tissue. This can result in conditions of the back, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, hips, legs and […]
HIV & AIDS
Download a PDF version here. What is HIV and AIDS? Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus which attacks the immune system, which is the body’s defence mechanism against infectious diseases. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the mostadvanced stage of HIV and is life threatening. If HIV is caught early enough, and treated, it […]
Testicular Cancer Awareness
Download a PDF version here. Risk Factors Unlike many cancers, there are few strong risk factors for testicular cancer. To reduce your risk of developing cancer take a look at some of the general lifestyle factors below: Stopping Smoking Drinking alcohol in moderation Eating healthily Keeping active Main Symptoms 1 Change in shape (lump) or […]
Menopause [Video]
https://youtu.be/n3nBREQ4row Sophie Cass, Wellbeing Manager at Cordell Health, presents a video on the menopause, what causes it, health impacts, support, and more.
Healthy Eating on a Budget
Download a PDF version here. The most up to date government report on the average cost spent per person per week was released in 2022. The report shows the average person spends £41.11 on food and drink on a weekly basis. That’s the equivalent of over £2000 per year per person. With the cost-of-living crisis and the […]
World Breastfeeding Week
Download a PDF version here. 1st to 7th August 2024 World Breastfeeding Week is a global initiative by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action. This campaign was first established in 1992 and has a different focus every year. This year the focus is on ‘Closing the Gap’. The aim is to highlight the issues with […]
Nutrition + Hydration [Podcast]
https://youtu.be/Dw7CFOKzLEQ Sophie Cass, Wellbeing Manager at Cordell Health, presents a podcast on nutrition and hydration.
Learning Disabilities
Download a PDF version here. What is a Learning Disability? The NHS describe a learning disability as affecting the way a person learns new things throughout their life. There are approximately around 1.5 million people in England who havea learning disability (House of Commons Library, 2023). Learning disabilities are different for each person and will affect […]
Mental Health Awareness [Podcast]
Sophie Cass, Wellbeing Manager at Cordell Health, presents a podcast on Mental Health Awareness.
MS Awareness
Download a PDF version here. What is MS? MS stands for a condition called Multiple Sclerosis. This impacts the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve within the body. It is defined as an auto-immune condition, meaning an individual’s immune system starts to attack their central nervous system and leads to disrupted nerve signalling. This disruption […]
