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Blog Category: Equality & Diversity

"Equality and Diversity" is a concept and a set of principles aimed at promoting fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background, characteristics, or circumstances.

Total posts in category: 161

World Aids Day 2016 (1 December)

HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system, weakening your ability to fight infections and disease. Although there is no cure for HIV, medical advancements mean that being diagnosed with the virus is no longer the death sentence that it used to be. Unfortunately social stigma and discrimination can make living with HIV harder […]

01/12/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Norovirus

Did you know that the norovirus is one of the most common stomach bugs? Norovirus; also known as the winter bug; is a common bug which causes sickness and diarrhoea. Its suggested that you take 48 hours out of work/school to stop spreading the bug. The sickness bug can be spread through contact with an […]

28/11/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Health and safety in the workplace

Did you know each year around 630,000 people in the UK are injured at work? All employers have a responsibility when it comes to health and safety in the work place. Most companies will have a health and safety policy which you will have to make yourself familiar with. Common paperwork relating to health and […]

21/11/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Stress

Did you know the work place is a key factor in causing stress? Stress can be caused by many different things; trauma, exams, work and daily struggles. Stress can have lot of symptoms and these can be shown through physical, psychological and behavioural. Over-eating, unable to concentrate, lack of interest, tiredness and behaviours such as […]

14/11/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Lung Cancer Awareness

Did you know almost 45,000 people are diagnosed with lung cancer every year in the UK? There are little or no symptoms in the early stages of the cancer forming. The signs to look out for are continuous coughing, breathlessness, coughing up blood, pains when breathing, weight loss and tiredness. Your GP suggests that if […]

07/11/2016

National Anti-Bullying Week (14-18 November 2016)

Anyone can experience bullying, and at any time; whether that be at home, school, work or online. Children and young people who are bullied are more at risk of developing mental health problems such as depression and anxiety, and over half of lesbian, gay and bisexual young people have experienced homophobic bullying at school.* This […]

01/11/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Does shivering count as exercise?

Now that the colder and darker months are here we must make sure we stay safe when exercising. Whether it’s in the morning or at night make sure you have reflective wear on if you are on or near roads; if you’re cycling don’t forget your protective gear too. Exercise can increase your mood which […]

31/10/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Autism awareness

Did you know it is estimated that around 1% of the world’s population has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Autism is a condition which affects communication and behaviour; in children with ASD, symptoms are often present before the age of 3. There is no cure for autism but there are different support networks; different therapies and learning support. […]

24/10/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Wear it Pink

Did you know around 1 in 8 woman are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime? October is breast cancer awareness month; you can show your support by wearing pink. Checking your breasts regularly can help find any unusual lumps. Early detection increases the chances of a better recovery. As you get older your chances […]

17/10/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: ADHD awareness

Did you know it is thought that around 2% to 5% of school aged children may have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? People are commonly diagnosed between age 6 to 12. There is no cure for ADHD but with the right support it can be managed; medication and therapy can help adults deal with the […]

10/10/2016