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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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Gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection that causes being sick, diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, and other symptoms. These symptoms usually aren't harmful but can be debilitating, so self-care is essential during recovery. Here we look at the best ways to help you recover from gastroenteritis.
If you enjoy meat, the idea of an entirely plant-based diet can be very daunting. What if your cravings for bacon become too strong? And how many more recipes will you need to learn? Here we talk to Chef Isabella Flint about making Veganuary a little easier. She shares her five easy vegan swaps to help curb your meat cravings.
According to the Alzheimer's Society, over 980,000 people in the UK are living with dementia - a number that's expected to grow to 1.4 million by 2040. As we live longer, our chance of developing this condition increases. However, lifestyle adjustments and healthy living may help minimise its impact.
Whether you're blasting Kate Bush, or shredding along to Metallica (Stranger Things fans, unite!), the right tune can turn even the most Upside Down day right-side up. Music therapy is the clinical practice that uses the power of music to help you explore your innermost thoughts and feelings. Not only can this treatment help people struggling with mental wellbeing - it has been shown to positively affect people with physical illnesses, disabilities, and a wide range of long-term conditions.
Arthritis can affect young and old people, but your best chances of avoiding arthritis is when you are healthy, mobile, and pain-free. There's no sure way to prevent arthritis, but you do have some control over your joint health.
