Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

Apps

Apps are the future. You can find an app to do almost anything nowadays so it was only a matter of time before people started inventing them for more serious reasons than aiming a bird at a load of pigs stacked up in a tower and seeing how many points can be earned, although I believe this to be a very valid use of an app! There are now apps out there that can help you manage your medication, appointments and help store your medical history all in one convenient place as well as providing convenient information. Here are some I looked into on the advice of Lindsay Kay, specialist cardiac nurse at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

·        DoseBox – This is a free app that you programme the name, form, dose and frequency of your medication into and then it will remind you throughout the day.  It is very easy to set up and does the job without complicating the issue. A good app to get you into the routine of taking your medication, or even just for your peace of mind so that you know you are not going to forget.

·       Wellnote – Another freebie - in my opinion this is the best app as you can programme your medical history, medication reminders, appointment times, monitor blood pressure and sugar levels, find medical services nearby and all sorts of other useful bits and bobs. And the best part is it is all password protected. Having your history in one app means if, for any reason, you have to go to a new GP or A and E you will have all the information needed at your fingertips which can save valuable time and stress. A brilliant app.

·        Drinks tracker- again free, this app is very useful if you are 18 and going off into the world of work or Uni. It helps you manage how much you are drinking, not just the number of glasses but the number of units you are consuming as well. As well as tracking your drinking throughout the evening it will tell you how many you have consumed that week and advise you on the lower alcohol by volume (ABV) options, which will ensure you don’t drink more than your body is able to handle.

Exercise apps – you may have heard the new government scheme trying to encourage young people to be active for 60 minutes every day. Exercise is very important for all young people and, although exercise needs to be tailored to suit your needs, it is still vital that you maintain a healthy lifestyle and take part in some form exercise every day. There are so many apps available now that monitor or offer guidance on exercise so have a browse and find one that suits your needs and helps to motivate you to get off your sofa and do something active. Lindsay says ‘the best way to keep fit is to find something you enjoy doing, exercise with a friend or do something fun.’  Just remember the ‘talk test’. 

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