News & Views: Charity/disease awareness

  Today is World Mental Health Day. The theme for World Mental Health Day this year is “Mental Health is a universal right” – which serves as an important reminder that mental health is not a privilege but a basic human right, accessible to all.   [1] However, in a world where the pressures and stresses …

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  Each year, cardiovascular disease (CVD) claims approximately 19 million lives, solidifying its position as the world’s leading cause of death (and the second biggest in the UK) [1]. The impact of CVD goes beyond the loss of lives; it also puts a significant financial strain on nations. In the UK alone, CVD-related expenses reach an …

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  Jeans for Genes is an annual campaign that aims to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people living with a genetic disorder. This important initiative encourages children and adults to wear jeans to school and the workplace in exchange for a small donation. The money raised funds projects that make a tangible difference …

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  Our vision really matters! Good eye health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being, which is often taken for granted until problems arise. Our eyes are not only our windows to the world but also critical instruments for experiencing and navigating it. Maintaining good eye health is essential because it directly impacts our daily …

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  With summer finally beginning to show itself and people everywhere taking the opportunity to enjoy the sunshine, it’s also time to pause and consider the hazards that overexposure to the sun may cause to our skin, as the statistics on skin cancer are both surprising and disturbing. Skin cancer is in fact the most …

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  As a busy global medical communications agency, we at Porterhouse understand that the demands of work can have an impact on the mental health of our valued teams. Anxiety at work can be debilitating, hindering productivity, and negatively impacting overall well-being. However, by recognising the signs, understanding its causes, and implementing effective strategies, it …

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  In our mission to improve lives, Porterhouse Medical is proud to support World Health Day . Observed on the 7 April 2023, the day was created by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness of priority health issues. This World Health Day, the WHO is celebrating 75 years of campaigning to improve public …

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  Today, 8 March is International Women’s Day. This year’s theme is #EmbraceEquity and raises awareness of the importance of gender equality. To mark the day, our article looks at the prominence of incredible women in the healthcare communications industry and discusses the many benefits of gender diversity in the workplace. Gender diversity in healthcare …

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  28 February is Rare Disease Day – a day dedicated to raising awareness and making a positive impact of 300 million + people worldwide living with a rare disease, and those who care for them. The theme for 2023 focuses on the importance of well-coordinated care and how it can make a real difference …

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  As part of our mission to help improve people’s lives, every year Porterhouse employees select a local charity partner to support through fundraising events and by using the agency’s communications expertise to raise awareness for its cause. Last year, the Porterhouse charity group hosted a ‘Would I Lie to You’ Valentine’s quiz and a …

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  Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide, despite being largely preventable and being one of the most successfully treatable forms of cancer when detected early [1]. Cervical screening aids early detection and prevents over 70% of diagnoses of cervical cancer. Therefore the importance of cervical screening may seem apparent, but …

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  Men are dying needlessly young and for largely preventable reasons. In the hope of helping them to live happier, healthier, longer lives, many organisations have emerged with a focus on men’s health and well-being. Movember is one such organisation. Movember was born in 2003 and over the past 19 years has funded more than …

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