For many people being independent is a vital part of their daily lives. If you have a chronic condition such as psoriatic arthritis or other health problems, then you might be able to claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP) to help you maintain your independence.
NHS England has updated their patient health app, with new features being added. The NHS is running a campaign to encourage more people to use the app in their everyday lives.
It’s an interesting question, but one that is difficult to answer definitively because of problems in obtaining accurate data; until recently, more than 80% of countries around the world lacked reliable information on the epidemiology.
Kidney stones (urolithiasis) are common with around 1 in 10 people getting them, usually between the age of 30 and 60. They can be very painful and if left untreated lead to infections and the kidneys to not function correctly.
Anyone with psoriasis will be aware that flares are strongly associated with stress and anxiety and there is compelling scientific evidence to support this common observation.
Living with a long-term condition can be hard. Understanding what you can do to help yourself can make it easier to cope. There are many simple things you can do over time which may make life easier
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The climate is often a problem for people with any medical condition, but in the case of psoriasis, generally it is better in the summer and with a warmer climate, which begs the question; What influences the condition?
The Health Psychology Section at King's College London are looking for participants to take part in a study to measure emotional stress related to living with a long-term medical condition. If you are interested read the full criteria.
A good friend of mine – let’s call him Paul – was recently admitted to hospital with a severe nose- bleed (epistaxis). It had started early in the day, but by evening showed no signs of stopping, so he and his wife went to the local A&E.