Health – M.E. = Myalgic Encephalopathy

Vimeo Video https://www.vimeo.com/121455193 Myalgia means muscle pain and encephalomyelitis means inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) causes persistent fatigue (exhaustion) that affects everyday life and doesn’t go away with sleep or rest.  Both CFS and ME are commonly used terms. Sometimes the term ‘myalgic encephalopathy’ is used. Encephalopathy means a […]

Health – Migraine

Vimeo Video https://www.vimeo.com/138548389 A migraine is usually a severe headache felt as a throbbing pain at the front or side of the head. Some people also have other symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and increased sensitivity to light or sound. Migraine is a common health condition, affecting around one in every five women and around […]

Health – M.S. = Multiple Sclerosis

Vimeo Video https://www.vimeo.com/121657140 Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects nerves in the brain and spinal cord, causing a wide range of symptoms including problems with muscle movement, balance and vision. Each nerve fibre in the brain and spinal cord is surrounded by a layer of protein called myelin, which protects the nerve and helps electrical signals from the […]

Health – Dementia (Scotland)

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Health – Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is mental illness which affects around 2% to 3% of the population. It affects both men and women equally. It is characterised by people experiencing severe mood swings ranging from depression to mania. However, people will often have long periods of stability in between episodes of illness.