Two-Thirds of Workers Admit to Working While Sick
67% of UK workers have gone to work while sick, according to ONS data. Average sick days rose to 4.4 in 2025, with UK sick pay among lowest in Europe at £123.25.
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All Together NOW! Seeks Stories for 21st Anniversary
All Together NOW!, the UK's only disability-focused newspaper, is approaching its 21st anniversary and wants to hear how it has inspired or helped readers.
Air Conditioning Costs Soar as UK Reaches 26C
With UK temperatures hitting 26C, air conditioning usage has doubled in three years. Costs can soar from £2.93 to £42.43 a week during hot spells, but using fans can save £42 weekly.
Miscarriage Tests After First Loss Could Save 10,000 Babies
A pilot study suggests offering medical tests after a first miscarriage could prevent over 10,000 baby losses annually, without significantly increasing NHS workload.
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Stockport Doctor Honored for Space Heart Research
Dr Nidhi Kakkar, a junior clinical fellow at Stepping Hill Hospital, has been recognized by BAPIO for her research on heart care during space travel and diagnostic challenges in limb weakness.
State Pensioners Get £5,310 in Freebies and Discounts
The DWP increased the state pension for 2026. Pensioners can also claim Pension Credit and eight other perks worth up to £5,310 annually, including housing benefit, free TV licence, and more.
Birmingham Patient Sentenced for GP Secretary Assault
Shuaib Al-Azawe, 30, verbally abused and assaulted a medical secretary at Ejaz Medical Centre after being deregistered for aggressive behaviour. He was sentenced to a community order.
Beverley Callard Celebrates Positive Cancer Update
Beverley Callard shares great news after cancer tests show low aggression, allowing her to begin radiotherapy soon. The actress popped champagne in relief.
Crime authors team up with fraud campaign for gripping stories
Three top crime writers have partnered with UK Finance's Take Five campaign to create short stories that expose real-life fraud tactics, aiming to help readers spot scams.
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DWP to Pay £580 in May for 23 Health Conditions
The DWP is sending £580 payments in May for people with 23 health conditions. Learn about Employment and Support Allowance eligibility and how to apply.
Teen with Rare Disorder Finds Joy at EACH Hospice
Aida Palfrey, 15, with CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder, receives care from East Anglia's Children's Hospices. Her father shares how the hospice provides joy and respite.
Mental Health Worker Walks 10 Miles for Hospital Care
Angela Musson, a healthcare support worker from North Hykeham, will walk 10 miles on May 16 to raise funds for Lincolnshire's hospitals, enhancing patient care.
DWP Sending £456 in May to Frail State Pensioners
The DWP is sending £456 in May to state pensioners considered 'frail' through Attendance Allowance. Frailty qualifies for this benefit, which offers up to £114 per week.
Suspected Meningitis at Codsall School, Child in Hospital
A pupil at St Nicholas CE First School in Codsall is hospitalized with suspected meningitis. UKHSA guides the school as parents express concern.
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Girl, 11, raises £228 for paediatric diabetes service
Seren Morgan, 11, from Carmarthenshire, raised £228 for Hywel Dda Paediatric Diabetes service through a raffle at The Lyric Theatre, also raising awareness of type 1 diabetes.
DWP Offers State Pensioners Over 66 £4,300 Annual Boost
State pensioners aged over 66 can receive up to £4,300 per year via Pension Credit, which many eligible retirees fail to claim. Expert advice highlights the application process.
Leicester Kidney Project Wins NHS Excellence Award
A pioneering Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland kidney care project, LUCID, has been named a regional champion in the first NHS England Excellence Awards, improving care and saving £450k annually.
Red Shoe Walk Returns to Sheffield in 2026
Sheffield Hospitals Charity and Meadowhall bring back the Red Shoe Walk on August 2, 2026, hosted by BBC Radio Sheffield's Ellie Colton, after raising over £10,000 for dementia care in 2025.
DWP Offers £115 Weekly to Pensioners with 56 Conditions
The DWP has confirmed a list of 56 health conditions that could qualify state pensioners for Attendance Allowance of up to £115 per week in May.
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New 'Right to Try' rules help disabled people work without fear
New 'Right to Try' legislation allows disabled people on Universal Credit, PIP, and ESA to explore work without triggering automatic benefit reassessment, aiming to reduce employment barriers.
DWP Urges 4 Million PIP Claimants to Act Before May 28
The DWP and Labour are reviewing PIP benefits. Claimants must submit feedback via a special form by May 28, 2026, as part of the Timms Review.
RSPCA Southport: Seasonal Advice on Wildlife and Hot Cars
As temperatures rise, the RSPCA Southport branch offers advice on baby birds and dogs left in hot cars, urging public vigilance and donations.
Veteran Sues MOD Over Tramadol Addiction After Q Fever
Ex-soldier Wayne Bass contracted Q fever in Afghanistan, leading to severe nerve damage and a 13-year tramadol addiction. He criticizes lack of support for painkiller dependency.
Birmingham Dentist: Cheap Sugary Food Behind Kids' Teeth Crisis
Birmingham dentist Eddie Crouch says cheap, sugary foods are the main cause of poor oral health in children, with baby pouches containing more sugar than fizzy drinks.
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Birmingham Pair Charged with Two Murders and Poisoning
Adina Mihai, 30, and Madalin Dumitru, 29, from Birmingham, pleaded not guilty to murdering a father and a pensioner, plus multiple poisonings and thefts.
Parents Seek Answers After Son Dies on Turkey Holiday
Branigan Smith, 21, collapsed and died on a family holiday in Turkey. Eight months on, his parents still have no answers and await results of a post-mortem.
8 Million Pensioners Face HMRC Tax Letters
Over 8 million state pensioners have received HMRC tax letters, despite expecting DWP protection. Frozen tax thresholds drag more retirees into taxation, with only £12,548 annual pension.
Firefighters Rescue Dog from Burntwood House Blaze
Firefighters rescued a dog from a house fire in Burntwood, Staffordshire, after all occupants fled safely. The pet received oxygen therapy and was taken to a vet for checks.
AI Chatbots Give Wrong Cancer Info, Charity Warns
The Eve Appeal warns that AI chatbots like ChatGPT give incorrect cancer info, potentially delaying women from seeking medical help. Nearly 1 in 10 women use AI for gynecological concerns.
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Birmingham Kids' Teeth Crisis: 15 Extractions Needed
Eddie Crouch of the British Dental Association reveals shocking cases of child tooth decay in Birmingham, with preschoolers needing up to 15 teeth removed.
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