DWP crackdown on self-diagnosed conditions
Labour's Autumn Statement targets DWP benefits for self-diagnosed conditions. The Access to Work scheme, costing £321m, faces scrutiny over gadget claims. Read the full details.
Labour's Autumn Statement targets DWP benefits for self-diagnosed conditions. The Access to Work scheme, costing £321m, faces scrutiny over gadget claims. Read the full details.
Stockland Green and Summerfield health centres in Birmingham will transform into neighbourhood health hubs with GPs, dentists and pharmacists under one roof as part of a national NHS initiative to reduce waiting times.
As a cold snap hits the UK, experts warn inadequate clothing can worsen joint problems like arthritis. Discover how to protect your joints and stay pain-free this winter.
Thousands in the UK to receive a £10 DWP Christmas Bonus in December 2025. Check the full list of 24 qualifying benefits and eligibility criteria. Don't miss out!
Barclays confirms eligibility for its £200 account switching bonus. Find out if you qualify and how to claim the payment before the November deadline.
Celebrity chef James Martin opens up about his seven-year facial cancer battle, revealing he felt 'kicked down' but now feels 'great'. Read his inspiring health journey.
Former Emmerdale actress Charley Webb opens up about her autism and ADHD diagnosis process, discussing sensory overload and being perceived as 'cold'. Read her full story.
Bristol startup Emm's high-tech menstrual cup raises £6.8m. The wearable device tracks flow and cycle data, launching in the UK in 2026. Discover the future of women's health tech.
This Morning's life coach Michelle Elman reveals she needs another brain operation to remove a cyst. The 32-year-old has already undergone 15 surgeries.
The DWP has ruled out changes to PIP mobility component eligibility for the Motability Scheme until an Autumn 2026 review. Read the latest government update.
UK households on specific benefits will receive a £10 Christmas Bonus in early December. Check eligibility and payment details for this DWP one-off payment.
Discover how one family is using Manuka Doctor honey's natural antibacterial properties to fight colds and support immunity this winter. A simple daily step for better health.
I'm A Celebrity's Jack Osbourne opens up about living with incurable multiple sclerosis and how it could impact his jungle experience. Discover his inspiring story.
The world's largest review links ultra-processed foods to harm in every major organ system. Discover the shocking health risks and why experts are demanding action now.
New research reveals 50% of Birmingham residents feel unsafe on local roads, with dangerous driving and poor conditions cited as major concerns. Discover the findings and what needs to change.
A leading pharmacist urges UK patients to check if they qualify for free prescriptions and flu jabs. Find out if your age, benefits, or health status makes you eligible.
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
Experts reveal when cold extremities indicate underlying health problems like Raynaud's phenomenon. Learn the warning signs and how to stay warm during the UK cold snap.
Radiator manufacturer Stelrad anticipates 2025 operating profits of £32m-£33m, overcoming a challenging market through strategic restructuring and cost management.
Doctors warn that persistent headaches and irritability could signal chronic stress. Learn the key symptoms and when to seek professional medical advice.
Stockport County Community Trust launches a pioneering health and care research programme at Edgeley Park stadium, making vital studies more accessible to the local community.
Over 1.2 million people in the UK are receiving DWP PIP payments of up to £749 for over 85 musculoskeletal conditions. Discover if you are eligible for this vital financial support.
Birmingham City Council will completely refurbish a widower's mould-ridden council house after his 'inhumane' living conditions were exposed. 67-year-old John Marshall will be moved to temporary accommodation during the works.
The DWP has revealed 13 cardiovascular conditions making people eligible for PIP of up to £187.45 a week. Check if you qualify for this essential financial support.
The DWP confirms £300 Winter Fuel Payments for millions, but warns those on five key benefits are not eligible. Check the new rules now.
Health experts issue an urgent warning as antibiotic-resistant infections increase in the West Midlands. Learn how to help tackle this critical health threat.
Nationwide Building Society partners with Shout to provide immediate, confidential mental health support via text. Text 'NATION' to 85258 for free, 24/7 help. No one has to face a crisis alone.
The DWP has ruled out immediate PIP changes for lifelong conditions like Type 1 diabetes. A comprehensive review, co-produced with disabled people, will report in autumn 2026.
Discover the 48 health conditions that could secure you up to £5,740 a year from the DWP's Attendance Allowance. Over 1.7 million pensioners already claim. Check your eligibility now.
Millions could claim a free bus pass under Labour government schemes. Check if you're eligible based on age or disability criteria. Contact your local council today.