What do you wish you’d known as a GP trainee?
GP trainee Dr Zoe Brown asked GPs at various stages of their career what they wish they had known when they were undertaking GP training. The responses provide some useful tips and advice for other trainees.
by Dr Zoe Brown
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Six biggest fitness trends for 2021 reflect our ability to innovate and adapt
They range from solitary to sociable and from soothing to frenetic
Gyms are shut. Parks freezing. And who knew we would eventually grow tired of Joe Wicks? What s needed now more than ever is some serious fitness inspiration.
After all, safeguarding our physical and mental health has never been more important. Fortunately, the six biggest fitness trends for 2021 reflect our ability to innovate, adapt, and enjoy exercise even in circumstances far from ideal.
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They range from solitary to sociable, from soothing to frenetic, from high-tech to no-frills but all are clever, endorphin-boosting and perfect for right now.
New sites to test how connecting people with nature can improve mental health
Seven sites will receive a share of over £5.5m pot to research how nature can be used to improve mental health and wellbeing.
From: Credit: Getty images.
Seven sites which will test the ways in which connecting people with nature can improve mental wellbeing have been awarded a share of a £5.77 million pot, Environment Minister Rebecca Pow has announced today (Saturday 19 December).
The new test and learn sites, which are based across England, will focus on communities hardest hit by coronavirus. This could include those living in deprived areas, people with mental health conditions or BAME communities. Since the coronavirus pandemic, when many people have experienced distress, loneliness or anxiety, there has been an increased public awareness of the benefits of regular access to green spaces. Studies have shown that this has the potential to improve mental health and wellbeing.
Net Zero Nature brings together global experts, business leaders, NGO’s and innovators to explore why protecting and restoring nature is fundamental to global economic prosperity, investigate the transformative changes businesses must make now to avoid extinction, and consider best practices and latest developments.
Register now to secure your place for a unique day of learning, leadership and practical insight.
Date: 27 May 2021