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Government drive to phase out smoking and tackle youth vaping attracts large response
Over 12,000 responses have been received as part of the government’s consultation on plans to create a smokefree generation and crack down on youth vaping – the most significant public health intervention in a generation. The Prime Minister...2023-11-08 2022 0 -
Earlier mental health support announced for thousands nationwide
Thousands of children and young people will receive earlier mental health treatment in a move to help save lives and ensure fewer youngsters reach crisis point, through early support hubs across the country. The government is...2023-10-26 1531 0 -
Government to invest £30 million in innovative technology for NHS
Patients across the country will benefit from a £30 million government investment in innovative medical technology (medtech) which will help ease pressures on the NHS this winter and could include the expansion of 3D checks that speed...2023-10-15 1626 0 -
A quarter of British line managers admit “shock” when staff report menopause symptoms at work
Perspectus Global and Comms Agency DAPS have collaborated on a newly released White Paper, reflecting on menopause in the workplace in 2023, observing midlife women from different cultures, the benefits they bring to an organisation and...2023-10-15 1734 0 -
Fatty liver disease patients likely to suffer from personality disorder
Patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are more likely to suffer with a personality disorder than people without the condition, a new study reveals. Researchers also discovered that, whilst NAFLD patients know that they need...2023-10-03 2260 0 -
Allergy awareness advocate receives her MBE!
Award-winning businesswoman Julianne Ponan has been officially presented with her MBE for Services to Business, Exports, and to People with Allergies. Julianne received her MBE from The Princess Royal, Princess Anne at Windsor Castle. Of those...2023-10-02 11570 0 -
Cotswolds personal trainer launches virtual gym for the over 55s
James Hilton, a personal trainer from the Cotswolds, who is a specialist in biomechanics and injury recovery, will be opening the virtual doors to Jim’s Gym, an online ‘space’ supporting people over 55 to lead a...2023-10-01 11528 0 -
Jill Scott and Daley Thompson join Government push to get millions more people active
Lioness legend Jill Scott MBE, Olympic gold medalist Daley Thompson CBE, and former No10 Delivery Unit chief Sir Michael Barber are joining the Government’s National Physical Activity Taskforce to help get millions more people involved in...2023-09-27 7492 0 -
Disadvantaged young people to enjoy more outdoor experiences away from home
Thousands of disadvantaged young people are to get access to outdoor learning opportunities away from home so they can develop vital life skills, build confidence and resilience. The Adventures Away From Home Fund, worth £1.5 million,...2023-09-26 2439 0 -
Tuberculosis (TB) cases continue to rise in England in 2023
Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) indicates that cases of TB in England increased by 7% in the first half of 2023 compared to the same timeframe in 2022, with 2,408 notifications compared to 2,251...2023-09-23 2164 0