Minimizing the Impact of the Economic Crisis on Our Health
by Andrew Mitchell
While many of us are aware of the distressing financial
repercussions brought about by the economic crisis, few
notice that the crisis impacts our health as well as our
wallets. As threats of further recession are sending
shockwaves all over the globe, the prospect of further loss
is proving to be overwhelming for many.
But can the credit crisis really make you ill? Recent
studies suggest that this has in fact been the case. The
stress of not being able to provide for your family is a
psychological burden (the unsettling headlines of theft,
violence, and suicides come to surface) as well as a
physical one. Excessive worrying and stress has lead to
increased cases of stomach pains and headaches, makes us
more susceptible to bacteria and disease, and ill effects on
the heart and nervous system. It doesnt help to think that
the health sector is also being affected by the poor
economy; but if we are to rid ourselves of these health
qualms, it is important to be fully aware of the situation.
Many healthcare services (including the NHS) are heavily
affected by inflation, and lack of funding and investment
from banks and other private sectors will prevent them from
providing the best possible services to those in need. In a
paper published by the British Medical Journal, John Appleby
predicts that every 1% rise in inflation of interest rates
will cost the NHS 380m every year, and that from 2011
onwards, the health service will have to deal with the brunt
of the problem. This could have massive implications for the
population at large, as the credit crisis is not only
contributing to further ill health, but the high demand for
health care services could leave many high and dry.
Further economic downturn also has severe consequences on a
more personal level. Winter often makes us more vulnerable
to airborne diseases, and the added stress of the crisis
increases that vulnerability. Many people in the UK are also
experiencing difficulty sleeping. NetDoctors online poll
suggests that one-fifth of the population are getting fewer
than five hours of sleep a night, and many attribute this to
financial worries, suffering from what the BBC refers to as
credit crunch insomnia.
While there is little that we as individuals can do to
reverse the crisis, we can play a more active role in making
sure we are in good health. Simple techniques such as
getting a few more hours of sleep at night, eating a varied,
well-balanced diet, and getting plenty of exercise may all
seem like no-brainers, yet very few people actually modify
their schedules for the winter. The all-encroaching
darkness this season brings does often have the tendency to
impact your mood and energy levels. The key is to recognize
this, and taking the steps to make yourself feel better.
Osteopaths also promote various techniques to alleviate some
of the pressure of financial problems. Massages (either
professional ones from an osteopath employing
pressure-points, or one from a friend or relative) are a
great way to stimulate the blood flow and get circulation
going in your tensest areas. This, combined with joint
therapy their ability to provide tips on stress management
and breathing exercises, makes an osteopath a good source to
visit when the economic crisis deals a blow to your health.
Our bank accounts might be affected by the economic crisis,
but it is important to remember that our health doesnt have
to be. By keeping track of the changes you are undergoing
and consulting the right experts, you can minimize the
cumulative impact of the credit crunch. - 15668
Andrew Mitchell, clinical director of the
(http://www.osteopath-help.co.uk) Osteopath Network, writes
papers about musculo-skeletal conditions and
(http://www.osteopath-help.co.uk/osteopaths/cranial-osteopathy/uk/north_yorkshire/york)
York Osteopath. The Osteopath Network has more than 550
clinics located throughout the UK and offers treatment at
weekends and after hours.
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