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Pharmacies prepare to cut opening hours in funding protest
Thousands of community pharmacies in England are preparing to work under strict conditions unless a new NHS contract is agreed upon with the government. The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) is…
Tragic death sparks allergy awareness
Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, whose daughter Natasha sadly passed away after an allergic reaction to a Pret a Manger sandwich, has launched the Allergy School programme to help educate teachers and school…
NHS to offer take-at-home tablet for MS
Thousands of NHS patients in England with multiple sclerosis (MS) will soon have access to cladribine, a tablet that can be taken at home, reducing the need for hospital visits…
Children under eight should avoid drinking slushies, doctors warn
Researchers are urging health authorities to revise guidance after studying cases of children aged two to seven needing emergency treatment from consuming slushy ice drinks containing glycerol. These brightly colored…
Generation K: The disturbing rise of ketamine abuse among young people
A young man named Ryan undergoes treatment at Burnley General Hospital for ketamine bladder, a condition caused by misusing ketamine. Despite the treatment, which includes inserting a drug solution through…
Half of UK university students are battling mental health strains
New Study Reveals: 4 in 10 University Students Frequently Battled Anxiety Over Academic Pressure and Future Uncertainty. Learn how these challenges impact student mental health and coping strategies from one…
Stress and sadness don’t have to mean you’re mentally ill, schoolchildren taught
New research from University College London suggests that teaching schoolchildren to view stress and sadness as normal parts of life can significantly improve their mental health awareness. The study, conducted…
UK childhood mental health crisis to cost £1.1tn in lost pay, study finds | Mental health
The UK faces a severe youth mental health crisis, highlighted by a recent report estimating £1 trillion in lost lifetime earnings due to untreated issues. Published by leading mental health…
Young people and vaping
Learn why vaping is not recommended for youth, the legal restrictions in the UK, and how to report violations to Trading Standards. It’s crucial for parents, educators, and caregivers to…
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