Health Archives - Freelance Informer https://www.freelanceinformer.com/category/health/ Empowering the Freelance Economy Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:09:47 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/FI-letter-logo-150x150.jpg Health Archives - Freelance Informer https://www.freelanceinformer.com/category/health/ 32 32 Do you need a trial “sleep divorce”? Experts say it could save your relationship, marriage and business https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/do-you-need-a-trial-sleep-divorce-experts-say-it-could-save-your-relationship-marriage-and-business/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=do-you-need-a-trial-sleep-divorce-experts-say-it-could-save-your-relationship-marriage-and-business https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/do-you-need-a-trial-sleep-divorce-experts-say-it-could-save-your-relationship-marriage-and-business/#respond Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:02:38 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=29209

Juggling a business, crazy hours and a patchy marriage? Separate beds might sound odd, but they could be your relationship’s saviour, say sleep and divorce experts I remember the moment I clocked as a child that my grandparents had separate bedrooms. I came to the conclusion that Grandpa must have snored too loudly. Or perhaps […]

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UK study to find out why men are dying so young https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/uk-study-to-find-out-why-men-are-dying-so-young/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uk-study-to-find-out-why-men-are-dying-so-young https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/uk-study-to-find-out-why-men-are-dying-so-young/#respond Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:07:44 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=29122

FREELANCER HEALTH CAMPAIGN The UK government has launched a call for evidence on why men are dying years before women. You might be thinking, “What’s this got to do with me?” If you’re burning the midnight oil as a male freelancer or running your own business. Well, quite a lot. If you are concerned about […]

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Clinical trial: AI therapy bot cuts depression by 50% https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/clinical-trial-ai-therapy-bot-cuts-depression-by-50/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=clinical-trial-ai-therapy-bot-cuts-depression-by-50 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/clinical-trial-ai-therapy-bot-cuts-depression-by-50/#respond Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:30:54 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=28564

The very technology that is causing anxiety about job losses in freelancers could soon be treating them for anxiety and depression finds US study   Mental health and relationship specialists such as counsellors, therapists and psychiatrists are not in the habit of making house calls in the middle of the night. Firstly, there just aren’t […]

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Why some freelancers get sick less and have more money in the bank   https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/why-some-freelancers-get-sick-less-and-have-more-money-in-the-bank/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-some-freelancers-get-sick-less-and-have-more-money-in-the-bank https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/why-some-freelancers-get-sick-less-and-have-more-money-in-the-bank/#respond Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:51:00 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=26858

Ill health is crippling financial resilience across the UK’s economy. But advice and wisdom from a financial expert and a well-rounded 91-year-old entrepreneur offer a solution to this growing problem New figures paint a concerning picture, revealing a stark disparity between the financial security of those in good health compared to those struggling with illness. […]

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Walkie Talkies: Aristotle’s therapeutic technique is helping people leave their troubles behind in London’s unique neighbourhoods and green spaces https://www.freelanceinformer.com/lifestyle/walkie-talkies-aristotles-therapeutic-technique-is-helping-people-leave-their-troubles-behind-in-londons-unique-neighbourhoods-and-green-spaces/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=walkie-talkies-aristotles-therapeutic-technique-is-helping-people-leave-their-troubles-behind-in-londons-unique-neighbourhoods-and-green-spaces https://www.freelanceinformer.com/lifestyle/walkie-talkies-aristotles-therapeutic-technique-is-helping-people-leave-their-troubles-behind-in-londons-unique-neighbourhoods-and-green-spaces/#respond Fri, 30 Aug 2024 06:01:04 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=23848

Self Space, a UK mental health therapy service with an approachable retail shop feel, is offering free therapy sessions for its popular Walk Club. “We’ve found that over half of Brits (61%) feel that they are ‘stuck in a rut’, with over half (59%) in need of a change in their lives,” says Self Space. […]

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Lifestyle hacks that could save your life https://www.freelanceinformer.com/health/lifestyle-hacks-that-could-save-your-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lifestyle-hacks-that-could-save-your-life https://www.freelanceinformer.com/health/lifestyle-hacks-that-could-save-your-life/#respond Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:10:29 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=23034

A groundbreaking wave of lifestyle changes is sweeping the UK and further afield, as individuals ditch detrimental habits and adopt healthier alternatives, paving the way for cancer prevention and that feel-good factor. This shift comes in light of escalating concerns over preventable cancers, with smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, inactivity, and poor diets remaining major contributing […]

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Cancer Alert: 40% of Cases Linked to Lifestyle – Freelancers, Are You at Risk? https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/cancer-alert-40-of-cases-linked-to-lifestyle-freelancers-are-you-at-risk/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cancer-alert-40-of-cases-linked-to-lifestyle-freelancers-are-you-at-risk https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/cancer-alert-40-of-cases-linked-to-lifestyle-freelancers-are-you-at-risk/#respond Tue, 16 Jul 2024 11:59:52 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=23025

Cut your chances of getting cancer by 40% just by making these lifestyle changes A wake-up call for freelancers and everyone else: A groundbreaking study published in the CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians reveals that a staggering 40% of all cancer cases and 44% of cancer deaths in the United States could be prevented […]

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Midlife crisis: How hormonal imbalance wreaks havoc on couples (and how to weather the storm together) https://www.freelanceinformer.com/lifestyle/midlife-crisis-how-hormonal-imbalance-wreaks-havoc-on-couples-and-how-to-weather-the-storm-together/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=midlife-crisis-how-hormonal-imbalance-wreaks-havoc-on-couples-and-how-to-weather-the-storm-together https://www.freelanceinformer.com/lifestyle/midlife-crisis-how-hormonal-imbalance-wreaks-havoc-on-couples-and-how-to-weather-the-storm-together/#comments Sun, 09 Jun 2024 18:44:56 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=22312

A perfect storm is brewing in the bodies and minds of those in midlife, making them particularly vulnerable to emotional turmoil. As hormones fluctuate and life’s milestones trigger introspection, men and women face unique challenges that can strain relationships, careers, and overall well-being. This special report delves into the world of hormonal imbalance, shedding light […]

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How to spot and beat burnout before it beats you https://www.freelanceinformer.com/health/how-to-spot-and-beat-burnout-before-it-beats-you/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-spot-and-beat-burnout-before-it-beats-you https://www.freelanceinformer.com/health/how-to-spot-and-beat-burnout-before-it-beats-you/#respond Sun, 19 May 2024 10:22:48 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=21959

A new report by Mental Health UK paints a grim picture: burnout is on the rise, with 91% of workers reporting “extreme stress” in 2024. But for freelancers and contractors, there’s a potential silver lining: autonomy. Mental Health UK’s 2024 Burnout Report reveals a significant rise in workplace stress, with 91% of workers reporting “extreme […]

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The embarrassing work syndrome on the rise https://www.freelanceinformer.com/health/the-embarrassing-work-syndrome-on-the-rise/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-embarrassing-work-syndrome-on-the-rise https://www.freelanceinformer.com/health/the-embarrassing-work-syndrome-on-the-rise/#respond Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:44:04 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=21091

Being your own boss as a freelancer comes with perks, but it also means you might find yourself glued to your chair for long stretches. This can lead to gluteal amnesia. In layman’s terms this is “dead butt syndrome.” Don’t let the funny name fool you – it can cause genuine pain and discomfort. What […]

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