Samaritans facing volunteer exodus over proposed branch closures
Opponents fear plans to close more than100 branches could put the charity’s ability to answer calls in doubt.
Category: Health
The power of neuroplasticity – when the brain heals itself
A terrible accident left construction worker Phineas Gage with serious brain damage. Amazingly, he recovered – forever changing our understanding…
Flagship NHS pledge hanging in the balance – experts
A think tank warns the 18-week waiting time target will not be hit by 2029, on current rate of progress.
‘She doesn’t get another childhood’: The lives on hold waiting for wheelchairs
More than a thousand disabled children are waiting for wheelchairs and equipment that could transform their lives, Whizz Kidz say
Head nurse describes ‘chaotic’ night baby died
Head nurse Ronald Carrido tells the inquest into a baby’s death about the moment he called for help.
Are chia seeds and other fibre ‘hacks’ good for you?
Obesity and nutritional epidemiologist Dr Deirdre Tobias explains how chia seeds can help you add more fibre to your diet…
Huntington’s disease successfully treated for first time
One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors…
Pharmacies to offer toddler flu spray vaccination
Children aged two and three-years-old can received the flu nasal spray in pharmacies for the first time from October 1.
NHS trust wrongly claimed £5m for maternity care
Leeds NHS Trust was paid the money after claiming services met safe standards of care.
How to avoid period leaks – the pros and cons of cups, pants and tampons
Here is a guide to how each product works and the pros and cons to help you decide what might…