“Is This the Cure for Cancer That Really Works?”

April 27th, 2009

” This is the Video the Pharmaceutical Industry Doesn’t Want You to Watch”

This video is causing a sensation on the internet. Fact or fiction? You decide for yourself.

Cancer Video

21 Hospital Trusts fail hygiene tests

April 3rd, 2009

NHS Trusts fail to meet hygiene standards

A report by The Care Quality Commission, the new “super regulator” for health and social care has revealed that Twenty-one NHS trusts have failed to meet required hyqiene standards, raising concerns about the control of superbug infections. 

Of the twenty one trusts concerned, 10 were acute hospital trusts, six primary care trusts, four mental health trusts and one ambulance trust. They have all had strict conditions placed on their registration with the commission. Four of the trusts concerned have foundation status, previously awarded for excellence.

But 10 acute hospital trusts, six primary care trusts, four mental health care trusts and one ambulance trust that failed to meet required standards have had strict conditions placed on their registration with the commission.

Four of the trusts have foundation status, a symbol of excellence.

Trusts will now be required to take swift action and may  be fined or forced to close wards if they do not improve their hygiene standards, which include strict policies to deal with and prevent infections like MRSA, Difficile and other hospital superbugs. 13 of the trusts admitted non-compliance of all hygiene levels. 

The commission gave unconditional registration to 367 trusts.

Why take out Private Medical Insurance?

January 30th, 2009

Do we need Private Medical Insurance?

Good health is often something we take for granted and we don’t think about what would happen if we needed medical attention quickly. The NHS will take care of you if it’s an emergency, but it’s the very definition of the phrase ‘what is an emergency’ that seems to cause the problems. We all have our own views, and unfortunately if the NHS do not class you as a priority or emergency case, you may have to wait for months or even years to be treated.

For many, having an illness ‘hanging’ over them, whilst waiting for treatment would be unacceptable and they ‘insure’ against this happening by taking out Private Medical Insurance (PMI), providing them with a guaranteed, fast track to treatment should they need it.
However, PMI is not designed to replace all the services offered by the NHS. Some, such as accident and emergency, are beyond the scope of most private hospitals.

To find out more about Private Medical Insurance read our guide or request a quote below:

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Get Healthy on a Budget

January 27th, 2009

With the credit crunch really beginning to bite, who can afford expensive gym memberships and fancy diets. But there are other ways that you can improve your health without breaking the bank. We take a look at a few:

Drink water

The old favourite but many of us still aren’t drinking enough water. The daily recommended amount is 8 glasses a day which will improve your digestive function as well as help with concentration and better skin. Headaches and tiredness can often indicate that you are not drinking enough water and don’t waste your money on bottled, straight from the tap or filtered is fine.

Cinnamon

As an arthritis sufferer myself, this one really interests me. Adding half a teaspoon of cinnamon to your breakfast cereal, or sprinkling it onto your cappuccino instead of chocolate, can relieve the pain of arthritis as well as lowering cholesterol and balancing blood sugar levels . Even if you don’t like the taste of cinnamon, the  smell alone can boost brain function and improve memory.

Don’t forget to floss

As unlikely as it sounds, there is actually a link between gum disease and narrowing of the arteries (which can lead to heart attacks and strokes) so brushing twice a day and using dental floss could actually help you live longer.

Chewing Gum

As long as it’s sugar free then chewing gum can actually be good for your teeth because it cleans the surfaces of your teeth as you chew. It also and stimulates saliva production, which helps to neutralise the acids that attack your teeth.

A nice cup of Tea (Green Tea that is)

Studies have shown that green tea can lower cholesterol and reduce blood pressure. It can also balance blood sugar levels, helping to prevent Type 2 diabetes. And if you are watching your weight, green tea boosts metabolism which will help you burn off more calories.

Soya Milk

The benefits of soya products include lowering cholesterol levels and protecting the heart, and research has revealed that they may even help to prevent cancer.  Soya products could also help you to lose weight, as it contains arginine, which aids the breakdown of fat. Soya contains isoflavones, which are antioxidants thought to protect the walls of arteries.  Start by adding soya milk to your cup of tea and coffee.

Red Hot Chillies

It doesn’t really matter how you eat them, fresh or powdered, chillies are a great source of  vitamin A, which helps to protect the immune system. Their active ingredient – capsaicin – helps to speed up your metabolism and boost your calorie loss. In addition, they can also help to balance blood sugar levels and have blood-thinning properties, which benefits the heart and blood vessels.

Cheap UK Health Insurance Quotes from award winning PruHealth

December 4th, 2008

The benefits of PruHealth Insurance
PruHealth has an innovative approach to health insurance that recognises and rewards healthy living. By actively looking after their health, PruHealth members could make significant savings on their premiums.

PruHealth cover:
- Choice of three plans to suit your budget and needs.
- Access to all registered UK private hospitals.
- Access to 15,000 specialists and 4,000 therapists.
- Access to a 24-hour Call-A-Doctor service
- Bills settled directly with the hospital wherever possible.

PruHealth savings:
- Save on your first years premiums by answering five simple questions.
- A No Claims Bonus of 25% of this years premium towards the cost of next years renewal, providing no claims have been made in the current year.
- By looking after your health through PruHealths Vitality rewards programme, this saving could increase to 50%, 75% or even more.
- Discounts with PruHealths health and wellbeing partners.