Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and nonverbal communication. Autism has many subtypes that are influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Each person with autism has a distinct set of strengths[…]
Read More »World Autism Awareness Week – a week dedicated to raising awareness of autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) so that we can foster acceptance and promote understanding in the community. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours,[…]
Read More »The World Health Organization highlight that obesity rates have nearly tripled since 1975. Globally, obesity and overweight kill more people than underweight. More importantly, obesity is both preventable and treatable. The four main aims of this day are to increase awareness, encourage advocacy, improve policies and share experiences. Read more:[…]
Read More »International Stress Awareness Week first launched in 2018 builds on Stress Awareness Day which falls on the first Wednesday in November. This week highlights the importance of stress prevention, and encourages the dissemination of information to enable both personal and workplace stress management and well-being. https://isma.org.uk/isma-international-stress-awareness-week
Read More »September 2018 marks the 7th World Alzheimer’s Month. World Alzheimer’s Day is commemorated on 21st September each year.
Read More »Today the Dermatology Department of the GHA held its annual Skin Cancer Screening Open Day at the Primary Care Centre.
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