Every year on July 24, International Self-Care Day reminds us that self-care is a 24/7 necessity, not a luxury. But while the word “self-care” may conjure images of spa days and scented candles, the reality is far more powerful, and essential for those living with chronic pain.

With greater anatomical variability than other body system, the lymphatic vasculature can be difficult to represent in standard textbook diagrams. New students of lymphatic therapies often struggle to understand and memorise the location of the lymph vessels and nodes, however observation and research on guided imagery in the classrooms show that it can enhance relaxation and receptivity to learning, and lead to greater subject mastery through embodied, sensory-rich learning.

Lymphoedema is a daily challenge, even for those with access to the best specialty care. For most, poverty, ignorance and stigma with amply

As many of us resolve to lose weight this year, it’s vital to consider how success is measured to avoid unrealistic goals and setbacks.

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The study I am involved with through #CNTD on enhanced #self_care for people affected by moderate to severe #LymphaticFilariasis and...

My main role at the Centre for Neglected Tropical Diseases #CNTD - so far - has been to design and implement a study to see if we can...