Health – Plymouth Gazette

Flawed ‘Eat Out To Help Out’ scheme may not be as beneficial as we think; targeting the health of the most vulnerable.

28Aug

By Yasmine JelleyNo Comments

Cartoons: Yasmine Jelley, COVID-19, Health

Flawed ‘Eat Out To Help Out’ scheme may not be as beneficial as we think; targeting the health of the most vulnerable.

BY YASMINE JELLEY COPYRIGHT – YASMINE JELLEY Who knew that this pandemic would be tantalising our taste buds? Nevertheless, the rumours are true. Now that restaurants have been re-opened for about a month, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has introduced the ‘Eat Out To Help Out’ scheme, in an attempt to re-build tourism and the hospitality sectors. Since the 3rd August, restaurants registered onto this scheme have provided a mouth-watering 50% off food and drink during the month. What could be better than that? Catching up with friends and eating out at your favourite restaurants, including the most beloved outlets such as Domino's, Wetherspoons and McDonald’s, where you can receive a Big Mac for only £1.60! That being said, is it as good as it seems? Was this the best time to implement this...

Will ME/CFS Sufferers Benefit from the Pandemic?

31Jul

By Yasmine JelleyNo Comments

Cartoons: Yasmine Jelley, COVID-19, Health

Will ME/CFS Sufferers Benefit from the Pandemic?

BY YASMINE JELLEY Copyright - Yasmine Jelley After the announcement from Boris Johnson; pubs, restaurants, hair salons and entertainment facilities were set to reopen from 4th July. Whilst the anticipation is now over, the eager public can now reclaim partial freedom by acquiring that desired fresh pint enjoyed with friends, and getting that well needed haircut. As the lockdown restrictions are starting to ease, it gives the impression that a new sense of normality is in close proximity and this pandemic may all be a distant nightmare. That cannot be said for those suffering with debilitating illnesses, such as Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). ME, also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), is estimated to affect 1 in 250 people ...

The Healing Power of Pole: how the world’s most taboo sport aids eating disorder recovery

25Jul

By Emily BrownNo Comments

The Healing Power of Pole: how the world’s most taboo sport aids eating disorder recovery

BY EMILY BROWN TRIGGER WARNING: mention of eating disorders throughout, but every effort has been made to ensure that no harmful behaviour associated with eating disorders is discussed explicitly in this article. According to the Anorexia and Bulimia Care website, “young people, aged 14 to 25 are most at risk" from eating disorders. With the average student being in this age demographic, it’s unsurprising that eating disorders affect many university students. Something that did surprise me, however, was how many students I would meet through the University of Plymouth Pole Dancing Club (UPPDC) who have experienced an eating disorder. Pole dancing is a sport which intimidates many, often due to its connections with the sex industry and the 'revealing' outfits that are worn. Being ...

Check Yourself: Young People and Breast Cancer

14Jul

By Eloise ArcherNo Comments

Health, Plymouth

Check Yourself: Young People and Breast Cancer

Copyright Eloise Archer BY ELOISE ARCHER According to the NHS website, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in the UK, and almost 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer within their lifetime. These are some very daunting statistics, but when detected early on, survival rates are proven to be much higher. The Breast Cancer Support Charity also states that, “more than 90% of women diagnosed with breast cancer at the earliest stage survive their disease for at least 5 years, compared to around 15% for women diagnosed with the most advanced stage of disease”. Detecting breast cancer early can be massively helped by checking your breasts regularly. After speaking to some university students, it became very clear that there is a huge lack of awareness for th...

4Jul

By Lucas VossNo Comments

Health, Plymouth

Get Movember 2020 Ready

BY LUCAS VOSS Behind the scenes, work is underway in preparation for this year’s Movember, with ambassadors ready in their roles for the upcoming campaign in November 2020. Despite months until the foundations’ annual peak of awareness, the importance in the present day could not be more relevant. Social immobility across the globe has significantly changed everyone’s lives, increasing loneliness, depression and anxiety. The Guardian reported that "young men aged 18-25" mainly required admission during the pandemic. “What’s happening now is impacting us all in different ways” - Brendan Maher, Global Director of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention for Movember. On average men die nearly six years earlier than women, with poor mental health, and testicular and prostate cancer ...