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Someone once had the idea of chipping away at stone or using wood to make flatter areas to climb and reduce the chance of falling on a slippery slope.
NHS Highland’s column looks at Unicef’s life-changing work.
Research from University College London estimates that on average for every cigarette smoked the smoker loses 20 minutes of life, says our columnist.
Think about how we can look after ourselves as well as those around us, family, friends and neighbours, says our columnist.
Our columnist says an MOT for our health could be something to think about.
The way that things are set up can impact our behaviour, says our columnist.
As well as dealing with the immediate effects of drugs and alcohol we should support the efforts to tackle the underlying causes, says our columnist.
The way that things are set up can impact our behaviour, says our columnist.
The book was designed to help men cook good and nutritious food while away for weeks at sea.
Asking about suicide, without judgement and with compassion, can give someone space and time to breath and think ‘there may be another way’.
Physical activity is important at all ages but there are times when we can pay particular attention to the need to keep active, says our columnist.
RSV is a common virus that affects breathing, and it is highly infectious.
We are not likely to be familiar with long periods of hot weather so should one occur, we may not be prepared, says our columnist.
Walking, cycling or gardening is good for our health - but we may need to be cautious about a sudden increase in activity, says our columnist.
Our public health department has two principal priorities as part of work to improve and protect the health of Highland people, writes Dr Tim Allison.
Two very well-known people have been in the news a lot over recent weeks.
Covid vaccine is still important especially for the most vulnerable, older people and those with reduced immunity, says Dr Tim Allison.
Almost all of us will use medicines and tablets either regularly or occasionally.
The best shoes for avoiding falls are those that are high sided, with low heels, thin soles and good grip, says Dr Tim Allison.
The good news is that even small changes can significantly improve our health., says our columnist.
