0344 576 1679 News Physio Celebrates 10 Years at Company Onhealth senior physio Lucy Porteous was celebrating recently, as she passed the 10-year work milestone. Part of a dedicated team of medical professionals, Lucy started at our sister company On Medical, before playing a prominent role in the introduction and delivery of Onhealth. Having the… Continue reading Physio Celebrates 10 Years at Company
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Weight loss: Where has Shaun’s Story Taken Him?
“All of this is definitely something I wouldn’t have ever thought I’d be doing three years ago.” For Shaun Hughes, contacting Onhealth was the start of a life-changing journey. It would transform his health, his wellbeing, and his day-to-day life. We featured his phenomenal weight loss midway through his programme with Onhealth. Three years later,… Continue reading Weight loss: Where has Shaun’s Story Taken Him?
Home Health Screening: The Benefits of the Test
Our health is one of the most cherished things we have. Looking after it, maintaining it, and being knowledgeable about it is hugely important. Have you considered a home health screening test? It is estimated we will spend 20% of our lives in poor health with much of that due to preventable diseases. Catching these… Continue reading Home Health Screening: The Benefits of the Test
Home Working: Third of UK Office Staff Work from Home
Home working more than doubled in the UK when comparing 2019 to 2022, a statistic highlighting the seismic shift in the national workforce. With Covid leaving a lasting legacy in terms of where companies feel their staff work best, the amount of businesses switching to a home-based workforce (as opposed to an office) has leapt… Continue reading Home Working: Third of UK Office Staff Work from Home
Weight Management Partnership Confirmed with Newcastle East Primary Care Network
Onhealth is delighted to announce the beginning of a second trial of weight management programmes being delivered in cooperation with the Newcastle East Primary Care Network (PCN). After a hugely successful initial offering, the partnership will once again aim to confront the important societal health issue of obesity. Particularly in the North East, obesity levels… Continue reading Weight Management Partnership Confirmed with Newcastle East Primary Care Network
Obesity Strategy Delay is “Morally Reprehensible”
The recently announced delays in rolling out the government’s obesity strategy has been labelled as “morally reprehensible” by a former Conservative Party leader. Lord Hague made the statement after news was released indicating the curbs on multi-buy deals in shops and on TV ads for junk food had been shelved for at least 12 months.… Continue reading Obesity Strategy Delay is “Morally Reprehensible”
Arthritis: Exercise Can be Beneficial
Latest NHS guidance has suggested exercise is good for people with wear-and-tear arthritis, labelling it as a ‘core treatment’. With scans not needed to diagnose it and strong painkillers not recommended, the idea of exercise may be off-putting to many due to the initial pain but this eases and can help those suffering from osteoarthritis… Continue reading Arthritis: Exercise Can be Beneficial
Onhealth Unveils New Health and Wellbeing Services
Onhealth is delighted to announce the roll-out of a range of new health and wellbeing services designed to support clients across the country. Led by a dedicated team of medical professionals, services available from today include diagnostics and treatment, health screening, weight management, senior mobility, acupuncture, employee assistance programmes, occupational health, physiotherapy, pilates, and remote… Continue reading Onhealth Unveils New Health and Wellbeing Services
Calorie Count: Will it Make a Difference on Menus?
The use of an obligatory calorie count on menu offerings has been met with a mixed response in terms of just how effective the move will be. In an effort to tackle a rising obesity problem in the UK, the Government is rolling out the initiative in April, which requires any café or restaurant run… Continue reading Calorie Count: Will it Make a Difference on Menus?
What Can Onhealth YouTube Offer You?
Have you seen the Onhealth YouTube channel yet? As part of our commitment to helping clients, in their weight loss ambitions, general fitness and also wellbeing, we began posting exercise videos, that can be carried out at home, before and during the Covid-19 lockdowns. We introduced physiotherapist-led warm-up clips too to ensure the best possible… Continue reading What Can Onhealth YouTube Offer You?
Junk Food Advertising Banned in Spain
Spain is going one step further than their British counterparts by banning junk food advertising, regardless of the time of day, in an effort to confront their own growing obesity issue. This is a step further than the UK government which has imposed a ban on pre-9pm TV adverts for food high in sugar, salt,… Continue reading Junk Food Advertising Banned in Spain
World Mental Health Day Aims to Raise Awareness
On Sunday, 10th October, World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of reaching out when you are struggling. Research shows that every week, one in six adults experience a common mental health problem like anxiety or depression and one in five has considered taking their own life. We, as a company,… Continue reading World Mental Health Day Aims to Raise Awareness
Cost of Obesity Treatment Set to Rise to Nearly £10bn by 2050
The cost of obesity-related illnesses is set to hit nearly £10bn by 2050 according to forecasts. With costs set to spiral to £9.7bn, a recent report is calling for action to reverse the trend of weight gain in British society with the cost of obesity currently reaching an estimated £6.1bn. Worldwide levels of obesity have… Continue reading Cost of Obesity Treatment Set to Rise to Nearly £10bn by 2050
Cycling: The Benefits of Getting on That Bike
There are many obstacles that can get in the way of exercise as part of a weight loss plan; cycling could be the answer. Avoiding high weight-bearing activity, and boosting mental wellbeing, have you thought about getting on a bike as the weather continues to suggest a warm, sunny summer ahead? Below are three reasons… Continue reading Cycling: The Benefits of Getting on That Bike
Weight Loss Journey: Sally and Lockdown
Sally had been flying along on her weight loss journey, with the help and support of the Onhealth team there to guide her. Featured in one of our video testimonials, her lifestyle and outlook on life had changed significantly. Then came Covid-19 and a pandemic that has drastically altered our lives. But just how much… Continue reading Weight Loss Journey: Sally and Lockdown
Going Vegan: Q and A with Onhealth Client Victoria
After successfully beginning her weight loss journey with the Onhealth programme, Veganuary 2020 came at the perfect moment for going vegan Vic. We wanted to find out how she got started and how hard it was, what the benefits are, how life-changing it has been and so much more. Our chat with her provides the… Continue reading Going Vegan: Q and A with Onhealth Client Victoria
Onhealth calling for government to do more
A Newcastle based obesity clinic – Onhealth – is calling for the government to do more in the fight against obesity in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. New research has revealed that the risk of death from COVID-19 was found to be 37% higher in obese patients. For those under the age of 50 with the virus,… Continue reading Onhealth calling for government to do more
Dietitian Dawn’s Lockdown Advice
A lockdown environment can be difficult for us all, which is why dietitian Dawn’s lockdown advice may prove beneficial. Vitally important to prevent further spread of Coronavirus, a nationwide set of social restrictions has been in place since the tail-end of March. These social distancing rules restrict outdoor movement, take away motivating exercise spaces, like… Continue reading Dietitian Dawn’s Lockdown Advice
Weight loss: Getting back on track
In the third instalment of a series of discussions with dietitian Dawn Shotton, the main weight loss topic focuses on recovering from a lapse in your diet. After 20 years as a dietitian, Dawn is hugely knowledgeable on the subject of weight loss and provides her insight below: “Having a dietary lapse is a natural… Continue reading Weight loss: Getting back on track
Understanding what your triggers are is key
In the second instalment of a series of discussions with dietitian Dawn Shotton, the main topic focuses on understanding what your triggers are. After 20 years as a dietitian, Dawn is hugely knowledgeable on the subject and provides her insight below: “It might seem a contradiction, but, the key to staying on track is to… Continue reading Understanding what your triggers are is key
Unhealthy snacks prevail in UK hospitals
NHS health centres are being encouraged to use behavioural ‘nudges’ to promote healthier snack choices after a recent audit produced worrying results about the prevalence of unhealthy snacks. The Guardian is reporting that three-quarters of the best-selling snacks in hospitals, cafes and canteens were rated as unhealthy snacks in an audit of health centres in… Continue reading Unhealthy snacks prevail in UK hospitals
How can I stick to a diet plan?
In the first of a series of discussions with dietitian Dawn Shotton, the main topic focuses on how to stick to a diet plan. After 20 years as a dietitian, Dawn is hugely knowledgeable on the subject and provides her insight below: “How to maintain and stick to a good diet plan really depends on… Continue reading How can I stick to a diet plan?