More than two thousand years, ago, Hippocrates' observation that our well-being is affected by our settings was established as a cornerstone of Western medicine.

The Doctors of the times had no idea that the malaria parasite is carried by mosquitoes, but they noted that the residents of hill towns were healthier than those from marshy regions, and concluded that the- problem was the "bad air"—“maI aria” of such places.

In modern day terms maybe we should be thinking of the “bad air” in our own lifestyles and having a closer look at what we do.

I’ve been avoiding exercise this week. As a result I feel tierd So to get rid of the “bad air” I’m going to the gym now. What if anything has been your “bad ai” this week? And what are you going to do about it?

The 30th of July is Insulin Appreciation day? Do you have any plans in place? More about ours next week.