Hackney’s public health director: ‘Let’s make this lockdown count’
Dr Sandra Husbands on how people can help stop the spread of Covid, advances in testing, and whether or not a vaccine will end the pandemic
Health
Hackney artist reveals long-term effects of coronavirus with Instagram diary
Monique Jackson is documenting her experience in a unique way to raise awareness of Covid’s sometimes lingering impact and to push for more support for health workers
Tell us about your health and care experiences of COVID-19
A survey designed for Hackney residents about your experiences of Covid-19
Quit smoking for Covid
Experts say smokers with Covid-19 are 14 times more likely to develop severe symptoms. Find out how to access support through Smokefree Hackney…
St Joseph’s Hospice has been offering Compassionate Community Care since 1905
The Hospice cares for people in East and North East London with life-limiting or terminal illness
Accessing free care at St Joseph’s Hospice is very simple
Just one telephone call can start the process
Why ‘hip’ fixed gear cycling is on its knees
Riding a ‘fixie’ could have hidden health effects
Still shining ten years on
The founders of Shine Holistic in Stoke Newington reflect on ten years in the hair, beauty and complementary health business
One Life – achieving a healthier state of being
Holistic wellness centre One Life aims to facilitate real lifestyle change for its clients
Moving East – going with the flow
Movingeast dance and martial arts centre in Stoke Newington offers an alternative space in a busy modern world
Summer portions for getting trim
The final in our four-part series on eating well from a local nutritional therapist
The beauty of putting foods together and being prepared
The third in our four-part series on eating well from a local nutritional therapist
Eat right for summer: facts about fats
Stay healthy: which fats to eat, which ones to reduce – and which to avoid
Shift some weight and spring into summer
Lose some pounds and stay healthy: what to eat, what to reduce – and what to avoid