Put yourself first this week

Health information you can trust | [View in Browser]( [How to boost your self-esteem]( Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day, and what better time to start being kinder to yourself? Here are a few handy tips to help boost your self-esteem and mental wellbeing. [Read more]( Healthy living tips from the experts [Why vaccinations are so important]( Immunisation isn't just for babies, there are many vaccines available to protect you against deadly diseases like meningitis and the flu. Dr Sarah Jarvis shares some expert advice for those most at risk. [Read more]( [Could you have OCD? Take our quiz]( //news.patient.info/4HSP-HZAL-1P2OHU-CTW1Y-1/c.aspx Often portrayed in the media as an obsession with hygiene, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can in fact manifest itself in many different ways. Try our quiz to see whether you are showing any of the common signs. [Read more]( [Supporting someone bereaved by suicide]( Bereavement by suicide often leaves lingering feelings of anger and guilt as well as sadness, and you can often feel completely alone. We share where to find timely and appropriate support after a tragedy such as this. [Read more]( [How to become someone who loves exercise]( If you're starting from scratch, exercise can seem intimidating - but everyone starts somewhere. Find out how a few failed jogging attempts can turn into a regular hobby. [Read more]( [Tell us what interests you]( [What would you like to read about?]( We'd love to know what kind of health-related content you'd like to see from us in future. Perhaps you're desperate for tips on how to sleep better? Or maybe you're keen to know how to keep your heart in top condition. Please take a moment to fill in your content preferences [here]( or click the button below to help us give you the articles you're most interested in. [Tell us what interests you]( This week’s recipes: [Creamy chicken korma with lentils]( Adding lentils to a standard korma will not only mean extra protein but an extra creamy texture. Delicious! [Bengali red split lentil dal]( If you're new to making curry, dal couldn't be simpler. High protein and low in fat, it's easy to reheat during the week when you're strapped for time. [Forward this email]( © Patient Platform Limited. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Rawdon House, Green Lane, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7BY. Patient is a UK registered trade mark. You have received this email because you are subscribed to the Patient newsletter. However, if you'd rather not receive them, you can [unsubscribe]( or you can review your content preferences and [adjust your settings here](. [Terms & Conditions]( [Privacy Policy]( [Feedback]( [Login]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( //news.patient.info/4HSP-HZAL-B61P2OHUD8/uns.aspx[Unsubscribe](//news.patient.info/4HSP-HZAL-B61P2OHUD8/uns.aspx