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Victoria Raw
Feature Writer
BA (Hons), English Literature
Victoria is a content writer with Patient whose special interests focus on mental wellbeing, societal trends and the impact of technology on our health.
Victoria has collaborated with various charities throughout her career, including Andy's Man Club, the RSPCA and Barnardo's. She has also worked with major retail brands such as Marks and Spencer, Tesco and Morrisons, as well as entertainment giants like Disney and Warner Bros.
When she's not busy creating compelling content, Victoria spends her time producing podcasts and attending to the demands of her beloved cat Fizzgig.
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When the weather gets colder, many of us look forward to getting cosy indoors with hot and hearty winter comfort foods. However, if these aren't healthy, they can make us feel tired and sluggish when the days get shorter and darker. With some small changes, however, it's possible to create tasty, comforting meals that are good for you too.
Your bones are constantly changing. The earlier you start taking action to support your bone health to prevent osteoporosis, the better.
Many of us have a bit of dry skin from time to time. However, this can often get worse during winter when we're exposed to more extreme temperatures, and the drying effects of central heating. Here we explain what might be causing your dry skin, and the best way to treat it.
Heart attacks and strokes have decreased by 30% in the UK over the past two decades. However, they're still a major health hazard. Effective medicines to lower cholesterol and blood pressure have played a big part, but you can also stack the odds in your favour with lifestyle changes. Keeping your weight within the healthy range can significantly reduce levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and boost good cholesterol (HDL), which protects your heart.
Many people with asthma find their symptoms get worse in the winter months. So how can you manage your asthma as the days get colder, and what can you do to avoid triggers?
