Every day our attitudes and opinions about our personal well-being are influenced by messages and advertising on the television, in newspapers, on the radio and Internet. How the media portrays health and fitness has a major influence on individuals and society as a whole. The Alison free online course "Personal Health and Fitness" begins by looking at how we define what … [Read more...]
What are the Issues that Older People Face in Relation to Substance Use? Free Course
Older people face specific issues in relation to problematic substance use. Demography and a growing aging population make understanding these ever more important. But older people’s problems tend to be more invisible, both in care services and in substance use services. The online course "Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life" brings these issues together from … [Read more...]
Learn What You Can Do To Improve Maternal Healthcare with this Free Course
Imagine a woman in a remote village, perhaps in Africa or South Asia. She’s giving birth at home with a relative. Without access to drugs or transport, she could die. While maternal deaths have nearly halved in the past 25 years worldwide, thanks to the increased use of maternity services, progress has not been universal. The online course "The Lancet Maternal Health Series: … [Read more...]
Get Running Tips, Swimming and Strength Training
The Alison free online course "Health and Fitness - Running Tips, Swimming and Strength Training" is designed to show you how running, swimming and strength training can improve your strength, flexibility, endurance and overall fitness levels. It will also show you how you can practice running, swimming and strength training and stay injury-free. This course will be of great … [Read more...]
Sex Drive Too High or Too Low? The Libido Guide for Women
Do you feel that your sex drive is too high or too low? Sex drive is influenced by biological factors (including sex hormones), psychological factors (like personality and stress) and social factors (such as work and family). Sex drive can also be affected by medical conditions, medications, lifestyle and relationship issues, and age. Libido is a person's overall sexual … [Read more...]