Wellness Articles

Karl Henry | Laya healthcare | Fitness blog

How do you keep momentum up when you’re on a fitness regime?

Karl Henry gives you information to ensure that you keep seeing results from your exercise, by seeing results you will stay motivated and healthier for longer, so apply these tips and keep up the good work.

Health 4 min read

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Ergonomics-Top 5 pitfalls to avoid when working from home

Brian Crinion a Chartered Physiotherapist working in partnership with Spectrum Life and Laya Healthcare.  shows you how to set up your office to help create a comfortable working enviromnent in this short video. He also discusses the top 5 pitfalls to avoid. 

 

Health 3 min read

The importance of sleep

Sleep is another way of boosting our immune systems at this difficult time. Are you getting enough sleep? Read on for some tips and advice. 

Health 5 min read

Working from home? Here are some exercises to help with neck strain

Brian Crinnion a Chartered Physiotherapist working in partnership with Spectrum Life and Laya Healthcare.  shows you how to set up your office to help create a comfortable working enviromnent in this short video. He also discusses the top 5 pitfalls to avoid. 

 

Health 3 min read

Looking After You Always -24/7 through Covid-19 (coronavirus)

As your true health partner our experts offer valuable insights and practical tips empowering you to live and feel better during this challenging time.

Health 3 min read

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Dr. Sylvester Mooney answers Coronavirus questions

We know many of you have questions around Covid 19 (coronavirus). Dr Sylvester Mooney answers the most commonly asked questions. Dr. Sylvester is Clinical Director and one of the founding members of Webdoctor which operates our CareOnCall service. 

Health 3 min read

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How napping can help you to detox your mind

Taking time to nap is extremely restorative, it might also be the only way you'll get a moment to yourself at these heightened times. Making time in your life to stop and rest will actually give you more time in the long run. You not only increase your life expectancy, but it’s in the moments when we stop that we have time to reflect. To ponder and re-evaluate. To prioritising what’s really important. Your health, your loved ones and this moment that is so wonderfully precious. 

Lifestyle 3 min read

How Yoga can help with anxiety | Thrive | Laya Health Insurance

Learn how to understand and cope with anxiety.

We are huge advocates of mental health support for our team at laya healthcare and we want to share some advice on coping with anxiety, especially now in these times of heightened stress.

 

Lifestyle 3 min read

Laya healthcare member Sinead Hamill describes how her cardiac screening might have saved her life.

Laya healthcare member Sinead Hamill ponders whether a cardiac screening saved her life. Watch her inspiring VIDEO.

Stories 4 min read