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Health Information Week – Managing long-term conditions

Health Information Week – Managing long-term conditions

Around 15 million people in England have a long-term condition. Long-term conditions or chronic diseases are conditions which have persistent or recurring effects, such as diabetes, chronic obstructive airways disease (known as COAD or COPD), arthritis, depression and high blood pressure. Although long-term medical problems may continue over many years, remaining in work can be beneficial for health. Reasonable adjustments can often enable people with long-term conditions to remain in work. Someone with a medical condition may appreciate an offer of help to be able to carry on working, however, such discussions should…Read more
Health Information Week – Mental Health Newsletter

Health Information Week – Mental Health Newsletter

Mental Health Awareness - July Edition 2018 Brought to you by Medigold Health in Partnership with WSM Worried about someone’s mental health? Helping and supporting someone when they are struggling with their physical health comes naturally to many of us, however, when someone is struggling with their mental health we are often less comfortable offering help and find it harder to understand what is appropriate. This month we examine the impact that our own behaviours can have when supporting someone with mental health problems and provide advice on how to overcome some of…Read more
Health Information Week – Healthy lifestyles

Health Information Week – Healthy lifestyles

To kick start Health Information Week we have compiled 10 top tips to help you achieve a healthier lifestyle: Eat a variety of foods, we need more than 40 different nutrients, and no single food can supply them all. It is not about a single meal, it is about balanced food choices over time that will make a difference! Base your diet on plenty of foods rich in carbohydrates - About half the calories in our diet should come from foods rich in carbohydrates, such wholegrain foods, like wholegrain bread, pasta, and cereals, will…Read more
City of London Premier Clinic Opening

City of London Premier Clinic Opening

Wednesday 20th June saw the official opening of Medigold Health's new City of London Premier Clinic, located at 11 Leadenhall Street. Dr Mike Goldsmith performed the ribbon-cutting ceremony and he was joined by guests from a host of organisations including; Viapath, London Borough of Islington, Society of Occupational Medicine, London Borough of Camden, Bechtel, D4 Drivers, Locktons and C2C Rail. With spectacular views of the City including the iconic Gherkin building, our modern and fully equipped City of London clinic boasts: Six accessible consultation rooms Comfortable and discreet waiting area Full Surveillance equipment including…Read more
Women in sport | Volunteer’s

Women in sport | Volunteer’s

As part of volunteer’s week, we want to highlight the importance of women in sport especially in the roles of coaching. Whilst women make up the majority of volunteers across all volunteering activities in society, they are less likely to volunteer in sport than men. Research shows that fear of judgement can hold many women back from getting involved in sport. Medigold Health are proud to employ female volunteers in sport and recognise achievements outside of office work. Our Director of HR, Gemma Ely is qualified as a NISA (National Ice Skating Association) qualified…Read more
Living Lonely | Mental Health Awareness

Living Lonely | Mental Health Awareness

Mental Health Awareness - June Edition 2018 Brought to you by Medigold Health in Partnership with WSM This month we are focusing on loneliness, that feeling of being isolated, disconnected or uncared for. Something millions of us experience each year. Loneliness doesn’t mean being on your own, you can stand in a crowd and still feel alone, the same as you can be alone and not feel lonely. We also explore the modern phenomena of digital wellness and to can navigate good mental health in a world that works hard to grab our…Read more
Medigold Health named in the London Stock Exchange Group’s ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’ report for the second consecutive year!

Medigold Health named in the London Stock Exchange Group’s ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’ report for the second consecutive year!

Medigold Health are incredibly proud to be identified as one of the London Stock Exchange Group’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain, for the second consecutive year! The report is a celebration of the UK’s fastest-growing and most dynamic small and medium-sized businesses across the UK. To be included in the list, companies needed to show consistent revenue growth over a minimum of three years, significantly outperforming their industry peers. Medigold Health CEO, Alex Goldsmith, commented: “It is hugely gratifying to be named, for the second year running, by the London Stock Exchange Group as one…Read more
Stress in the workplace | Are we coping?

Stress in the workplace | Are we coping?

Mental Health Awareness - May Edition 2018 Brought to you by Medigold Health in Partnership with WSM Our main theme this month is stress in the workplace. Everyone experiences stress, and it’s a normal part of our everyday lives. But it’s about how much stress is healthy, and importantly, how we cope and manage stress in our lives. This year, Mental Health Awareness week's focus is on stress and how we’re coping with it. The campaign aims to help employees and employers create a mentally healthy workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.…Read more
Stress Awareness Month – Mental Health Awareness

Stress Awareness Month – Mental Health Awareness

Mental Health Awareness - April Edition 2018 Brought to you by Medigold Health in Partnership with WSM Just as we all have physical health, we all have mental health. And just like physical health, our mental health can vary and needs to be looked after. Mental wellbeing describes our mental state – how we are feeling and how well we can cope with day-to-day life. Our mental wellbeing is dynamic. It can change from moment-to-moment, day-to-day, month-to-month or year-to-year. If we have good mental health we are generally confident, able to engage with…Read more
You’re Hired! Meet the Medigold Health Apprentices

You’re Hired! Meet the Medigold Health Apprentices

Apprenticeships give people of all ages the ladder of opportunity to get paid experience in work and achieve their chosen qualification at the same time. At Medigold Health we firmly believe that bright and talented people are critical to the long-term success and sustainability of our economy. To round-up National Apprenticeships Week 2018, we have interviewed two of our ambitious apprentices Shaun Blunsom and Leanne Cox.   Shaun Blunsom IT Support Apprentice, Medigold Health Shaun is currently studying for his ITQ Level 3 via the apprenticeship route at Medigold Health What does your…Read more