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At YouDriveHealth we believe in informing our members about relevant articles and information that can help them become more healthy and improve their overall wellness or well-being. We want to encourage debate – we have noticed that there are different views, often conflicting, and we try to present these different points of view and then give our thoughts. We don’t claim to be right all the time – we do our research and our team believe it’s more important to present you with facts and let you decide what’s right for you.
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What are mental health issues?
Posted: February 28, 2022
By: Info Support
Excerpt: What are mental health issues? Chris from YouDrive ponders whether these issues are being treated optimally.
New South Wales Premier resigns – generates Twitter frenzy
Posted: October 6, 2021
By: Kermit the Frog
Excerpt: The resignation of NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian could be because of a historical breach of trust or millions of dollars spending by AstraZeneca and Pfizer, depending on what you believe!
WARNING! What has happened to the dog breeding world?? Why is dog theft such big business?
Posted: June 12, 2021
By: Chris Large
Excerpt: What has happened to the dog breeding world?? Why is dog theft such big business?
Steal a 1-year-old dog bitch worth £3000 and its worth; £180,000 over 6 years. Can you see now why dog theft is big business?
Dating Fraud is costing over 70 million a year, is it the desperate price to pay for getting affection or plain stupidity?
Posted: June 12, 2021
By: Chris Large
Excerpt: Dating Fraud costing over 70 million a year
Is it the desperate price to pay for getting affection or plain stupidity?Dating online without meeting in person has become the new normal throughout the coronavirus pandemic. But losses to romance fraud reached £73.9m during this period, with Action Fraud receiving 7,754 reports. The true figure is likely to be much higher, as many victims of romance fraud are too embarrassed or upset to tell the authorities.
Covid-19 Was it all worth it? lets look at some of the facts.
Posted: June 11, 2021
By: Chris Large
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Posts on Physical Health
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Four Intriguing Long Term Coronavirus Impacts
Posted: March 23, 2020
By: Kermit the Frog
Excerpt: This situation unprecedented. We think it will have lasting effect on our society, and we will explore how in later posts.
What Long Term Impacts Will the Coronavirus Have On Society?
Posted: March 23, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: This situation is unprecedented. We think it will have lasting effect on our society, and we will explore how in later posts. We start with looking at whether it will make us better people.
How To Care For Your Mental Health in the Coronavirus Pandemic
Posted: March 17, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: With the news on the coronavirus getting worse daily it’s easy to let this affect your mental health
It’s a Dog’s Life – Are We Overfeeding Our Pets?
Posted: March 2, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Our pets are getting obese – just like us humans are!
Adele’s Change of Heart
Posted: March 2, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Adele’s weight loss shows a change of mind as she moves along life’s journey
Cycling to Work In a City?
Posted: February 26, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: LBC interviewer Nick Ferrari speaks to a lady who started cycling to work. Some comments were interesting!
Posts on Financial Health
Where do I stand if my partner dies without leaving a valid will?
Posted: November 13, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: There are potential issues if your non- married partner dies without leaving a will
Worrying statistics revealed about car finance
Posted: November 5, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Most people don’t understand the details of their car finance agreements
HMRC demands inheritance tax before the funds are available: what can we do?
Posted: November 5, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Often HMRC will look for payment from the estate before your dependents have access to the money!
Why giving your home away won’t cut your inheritance tax bill
Posted: November 5, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: You could be in for a shock if you think giving your home away will reduce your IHT bill – you need to read this!
Dragons Den Pair Energised
Posted: November 2, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Record award on Dragons Den for energy switching start-up company – £140,000 for 3% of the company!
How You Can Start Saving For The Holidays Now
Posted: October 31, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Some tips about how you can saving for the holidays
Posts on Mental Health
What are mental health issues?
Posted: February 28, 2022
By: Info Support
Excerpt: What are mental health issues? Chris from YouDrive ponders whether these issues are being treated optimally.
Dating Fraud is costing over 70 million a year, is it the desperate price to pay for getting affection or plain stupidity?
Posted: June 12, 2021
By: Chris Large
Excerpt: Dating Fraud costing over 70 million a year
Is it the desperate price to pay for getting affection or plain stupidity?Dating online without meeting in person has become the new normal throughout the coronavirus pandemic. But losses to romance fraud reached £73.9m during this period, with Action Fraud receiving 7,754 reports. The true figure is likely to be much higher, as many victims of romance fraud are too embarrassed or upset to tell the authorities.
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week
Posted: May 10, 2021
By: Kermit the Frog
Excerpt: The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 May 2021) is nature
Lockdown – a necessary evil or a waste of time?
Posted: November 4, 2020
By: Info Support
No excerpt
Mental Health Issues – the chocolate box is to blame
Posted: November 3, 2020
By: Info Support
Excerpt: What are mental health issues? Chris from YouDrive ponders whether these issues are being treated optimally.
Up to 10 million people will need new or additional mental health support as a direct consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic
Posted: November 3, 2020
By: Info Support
Excerpt: What are mental health issues? Chris from YouDrive ponders whether these issues are being treated optimally.
BETTER HEALTH – LET’S DO THIS
Posted: August 13, 2020
By: Chris Large
Excerpt: Getting fitter is not just about physical activity its about mental strength and the ability to follow it through and create a new habit
Are You A Zapper or Sapper??
Posted: April 7, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Are you a Zapper or a Sapper? Are you someone who sees the positive side of things, or do you naturally worry about things?
Is Your Glass Half Full or Half Empty?
Posted: April 3, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Are you a glass half full or glass half empty person? The position id the same – it’s how you look at it. In any event, there’s room for more beer!
How To Care For Your Mental Health in the Coronavirus Pandemic
Posted: March 17, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: With the news on the coronavirus getting worse daily it’s easy to let this affect your mental health
Yvette Cooper: I would like a culture of kindness
Posted: March 5, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Yvette Cooper in her recent interview with the Evening Standard raised some interesting points relating to free speech and abuse, which we just commented on.
Ant and Dec Give Offence on Saturday Night Take Away
Posted: March 2, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Everyone is apologising for Ant and Dec wearing rising sun headbands – they’re frightened of the torrents of abuse they’ll get on social media. Is free speech dead?
The Rise Of The Keyboard Warrior
Posted: March 2, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Some people feel the need to post nasty vitriolic stuff on social media when someone disagrees with their view of the world.
Stress News – Are You Feeling The Strain?
Posted: March 2, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Stress is debilitating. How can you tell if you are stressed and what can yo do about it?
Sleep Well Free Webinar
Posted: January 4, 2020
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: This free webinar runs the first weekend in January
Sofa surfing having ‘horrific’ effects on people’s mental and physical health
Posted: December 30, 2019
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: The NHS Confederation comment on the budget promising support for mental health and social care
The link between earnings and happiness is a tenuous one
Posted: July 17, 2019
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Some tips on helping you live long and prosper
Perth hub plan tackles ‘hidden killer’ loneliness
Posted: February 20, 2019
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: A group of Perth volunteers wants to set up a community centre in the city centre to tackle the scourge of loneliness.
How to have a long and healthy retirement
Posted: January 22, 2019
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: Some tips on helping you live long and prosper
People aged 65 to 79 happiest of all study suggests
Posted: January 22, 2019
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: The Office for National Statistics research of over 300,000 adults across the UK says that 65 to 79 is the happiest age group for adults
Reducing Anxiety through Personal Responsibility and Mindfulness
Posted: November 14, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: It seems like there are “signs” everywhere, and they’re all pointing to one thing: my cell phone.
There Are Nine Different Types of Humour
Posted: November 2, 2018
By: martinbailey2301
Excerpt: There are nine different types of humour – which are you?
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