World Nature Conservation Day – light and health – the perfect storm (or the perfect match?) Healthcare accounts for over 4% of global net C02 emissions – bigger than aviation or shipping in the top OECD countries – Healthcare in world’s largest economies ‘accounts for 4%’ of global emissions. The lighting industry has an even bigger […]
Green lights – and unique yellow Read More »
National Spoil Your Dog Day Although a pet is not a panacea, there is evidence that dog ownership can help to keep your brain on its toes – Pet ownership is associated with greater cognitive and brain health in a cross-sectional sample across the adult lifespan, and help you get a bit more exercise too with an
Scratch and sniff – and natural navigation Read More »
Hope you’ve been soaking up some Vitamin D-boosting daylight (in the shade if you can) – we’ve just passed the longest day of the year, so I’m making sure my batteries are full. This week I’m celebrating Glad to Care week The Care Workers Charity. This week-long celebration puts the spotlight on the millions of
Caring for carers, a smile in the mind – and an invitation Read More »
Hope you’ve had a relaxing break and feeling refreshed and ready for the season to come Glowing with health? You’re glowing as you read this – albeit faintly (around 1,000 times too weakly for your naked eye to see) – Humans Glow In The Dark, It’s Just Too Weak For Our Eyes To See. You
Can you really glow with health? – and focus on procrastination Read More »
This week I’ve been up to London to the Care Innovations Summit to hear from some luminairies the sector, plus the chance to put some products through their paces – will be taking my trusty light meter… will share some take-aways next week. Bon Appetit – Light gives ageing noses- and appetites a helping
Light and appetite – and running for Amnesty Read More »
Seeing stars Bugs Bunny always had stars spinning around his head following a bash with a hammer or running into a wall. They magically disappeared as he brushed himself off and set off for another adventure. But that spinning-head feeling does not always go away so fast for you and I. My beloved Lou has
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TV and daylight – can you have your cake and watch it? It’s all very well banging on about windows and daylight, but what if you want to watch TV? For lots of older adults, it’s a vital part of their day and can even be good for your sense of connection and purpose –
TV technology for sunny days – and summer sensitivity Read More »
Wrapping up International Victorious Women Month. So grateful to all the remarkable women who have blazed a trail for us who follow. “It is better to light one small candle than to curse the darkness.” – Eleanor Roosevelt International Victorious Woman Month: Celebrate some of Peace Corps Most Victorious and Inspirational Women. Recovering from falls
Light for concussion – and squeeze a soft ball if you’ve run out of ideas… Read More »
Colours at Chelsea I’m off to the Chelsea Flower Show tomorrow- courtesy of my friends at Dulux. I’m looking forward to the glorious colours, of course. There is plenty of research into human preferences for flower colours, with blue, white and orange consistently coming out top of the pops for uplifting, energising and warming effects
Colours at Chelsea – for the bees or for us? – and preventing stroke with light Read More »
Circadian lighting – costing the earth? According to Care Home Management Online, the average care home in the UK spends around £4,000 on gas and electricity per bed – that adds up Care providers are paying per bed power costs of £4K+. PNNL points out that hospitals are currently the second-most energy-intensive sector in the USA,
Lighting v. ambulance call-outs – which is greeener? – and Eastern wisdom Read More »