Ramadan takes place on the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and is one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims. It’s a time for spiritual reflection, worship and fasting from sunrise to sunset. This year Ramadan is expected to begin on Sunday 10 March, depending on the sighting of the moon, and … Continue reading “Top tips for studying during Ramadan”
Category: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
The Open Book Club
World Book Day is just around the corner, and Talking Teesside has teamed up with Robyn and Amy from The Open Book Club to share a few of their recent literary favourites. The Open Book Club founders also share more about their increasingly popular series of monthly book club reading meet-ups and social events. We’re … Continue reading “The Open Book Club”
Top tips for staying safe on campus
Teesside University is a safe and inclusive environment, but we can all do more to help look after ourselves and each other. Whether you’re a student going to campus or a member of staff on your way to work, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings and know what’s in place. Here are our … Continue reading “Top tips for staying safe on campus”
9 tasty mocktail recipes to enjoy anytime
Why should boozy cocktails have all the fun? With non-alcoholic fizz, beer, cider and even spirits available in bars and on supermarket shelves everywhere, there’s never been a greater choice. Whether you’re hosting a party or just having a chilled night with family or friends, it’s always a good idea to serve up a refreshing … Continue reading “9 tasty mocktail recipes to enjoy anytime”
9 tips to boost your mood
We all need a mood boost from time to time. Maybe it’s the Sunday blues before going back to work or uni. Maybe you’ve had some disappointing news. Or maybe you’re just having a bad day. It can be easy to get stuck in a rut and struggle to pull yourself out of this place … Continue reading “9 tips to boost your mood”
11 tips to help you get into running
With the New Year upon us, many of us are thinking about our old routines and maybe making way for some new habits – like running. Maybe you’re aiming to run your first 5k, 10k, even marathon this year. But if you’ve never really ran before, it can be a little daunting. Thankfully, there are … Continue reading “11 tips to help you get into running”
Making invisible disabilities visible
Many people with disabilities receive a diagnosis as children or teenagers, but what’s it like to be diagnosed later in life? And how do you come to terms with that? According to research by Scope, up to 80% of those registered as disabled have a hidden disability. That’s up to 10m people in the UK – … Continue reading “Making invisible disabilities visible”
On your marks for two big events coming up for runners
Across Teesside, runners of all ages are following exercise regimes, prepping their sports kits and limbering up for two major events taking place next month. Hundreds of runners will take to the streets on Sunday, 3 September, for the Middlesbrough 10k. This major event in Teesside’s running calendar is closely followed by the Great North Run, … Continue reading “On your marks for two big events coming up for runners”
75 years of the NHS
As we celebrate the 75th birthday of the National Health Service (NHS) in Britain, we’ve been reflecting on how it’s helped us all over the years. Here, Professor Tim Thompson, Dean of the School of Health & Life Sciences at Teesside University, shares what the NHS means to him – and what the future looks … Continue reading “75 years of the NHS”
Brengle’s ultimate guide to relaxation
Life is busy, so it’s easy to think that giving ourselves a moment to unwind is a luxury we don’t have time for. But it’s actually an essential part of looking after our mental wellbeing, helping to relieve stress, improve sleep and boost our mood. We’ve paired up with Brengle the Therapy Dog, who is … Continue reading “Brengle’s ultimate guide to relaxation”