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Amberley Davis
Senior writer
BA (Hons), CPD
Amberley is a senior writer with Patient and has written extensively on a range of health and wellbeing topics.
Amberley has a particular interest in the gender health gap, the links between human and environmental health, fertility, and longevity. She holds a first class degree in English Literature and is a member of the Guild of Health Writers.
Amberley has had work published in Digital Playmakers, Clothing Collective, TravelAddict and more. Her work was featured in the ITV documentary "Hannah Spearritt: Me & Breast Implants".
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The same things that can cause eye strain and discomfort often also result in neck and back pain. What are these activities, and when can eye discomfort be a symptom of neck and back muscle tension - and the other way around?
All body piercings take time to heal. How can you tell the difference between the normal signs of temporary irritation and the signs of infection? And if you have an infection, what should you do?
So, you’ve had your cholesterol checked, but what do those numbers really mean? And what do you need to do now? We take a look at the facts and figures.
A diet that is generally low in fat can help you to lose weight, or to maintain a healthy weight. This is important, because by maintaining a healthy weight, you reduce your chances of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer. A low fat diet can also help other conditions, such as gallstones.
In April 2024, water sports clubs united to form the Clean Water Alliance, in response to the UK water pollution crisis. In part 2 of our UK water quality series, we examine the major water pollution concerns. How are sewage, medicines, microplastics, industrial chemicals, and recreational drugs seeping into our water sources? And what is the threat to public health?
