Why Hot Weather Kills Your Appetite and What to Do
Hot weather reduces appetite due to brain signals, blood flow changes, and gut hormones. Dr Lucy Hooper explains how to manage eating and hydration during heatwaves.
Category : Health
DWP PIP workshops from September 15 across UK
DWP confirms in-person PIP workshops from September 15 in London, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, and more, to shape benefit reform following Timms Review.
DWP promises Timms Review changes grounded in disabled experiences
The DWP vows PIP changes from the Timms Review will be grounded in disabled people's experiences, with workshops in September and recommendations due by end of 2026.
Prue Leith hospitalised after stroke scare left her unable to speak
Dame Prue Leith, 86, was rushed to hospital in Yorkshire after a severe migraine left her struggling to speak, fearing a stroke. She spent 10 hours at Harrogate hospital, praising NHS staff.
DVLA gets 800k untaxed vehicle reports, fines up to £1,000
More than 800,000 untaxed vehicles were reported to the DVLA in a year, with neighbours and locals snitching. Offenders risk fines up to £1,000 and impounding.
PIP claimants must disclose workshop payments to HMRC
DWP urges PIP claimants to disclose one-off workshop payments to HMRC. Payments are for voluntary participation in workshops testing PIP recommendations, starting mid-September across the UK.
PIP mental health claims surge past 4 million
Mental health conditions now account for 39% of all PIP claims, with total claims surpassing 4 million for the first time. Andy Burnham faces review.
NHS free flu jab from Oct 1 for Carer's Allowance recipients
The NHS has confirmed free flu jabs from October 1 for people on certain DWP benefits, including Carer's Allowance recipients. Eligibility rules remain unchanged despite new Health Secretary Yvette Cooper.
DWP confirms three new reasonable adjustments for PIP claimants
The DWP has confirmed three new reasonable adjustments for PIP claimants attending Timms Review workshops from September, including accessible formats, support for carers, and assistance animals.
Cancer Navigator Service funding loss threat
Southport Macmillan Centre's Cancer Navigator Service may lose funding from March 2027 due to withdrawal of support from the Primary Care Network, affecting patient support.
DWP new rules: Universal Credit and ESA bank checks from October
From October, DWP will use new powers to check bank accounts and withdraw cash directly from Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and ESA claimants to recover debts and tackle fraud.
Drivers Over 60 Face £459 Charge to Stay on Roads
Drivers over 60 face a £459 charge to stay on the roads, but Confused.com data shows they benefit from the lowest premiums of any age group.
Burnham government considers trailer driver safety changes
The Andy Burnham government is consulting on new safety measures for drivers with trailers, including voluntary training incentives and enforcement changes, as part of the Road Safety Strategy.
Silica Worktop Ban: MOSH Stonex Faces HSE Enforcement
MOSH Stonex in Birmingham faces HSE enforcement over silica dust risks, following new regulations banning engineered stone worktops. The company must comply with strict safety measures or face closure.
DWP driving licence ban until 2028 under new crackdown
DWP benefits claimants risk losing driving licences until October 2028 under new powers from October 2026. The Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025 allows courts to disqualify persistent debt dodgers for up to two years.
£200 cost-of-living payments for households earning £40,000
Households earning up to £40,000 may be eligible for cost-of-living payments through the Crisis and Resilience Fund, even if they don't claim benefits. Apply via local councils.
Warm Home Discount £150: August 23 deadline warning
Six million households can get £150 off energy bills via Warm Home Discount, but must be named on electricity account by August 23. Check eligibility now.
Met Office extreme heat advice as UK hits 38C today
An amber heat alert is in place as temperatures reach 38C. The Met Office urges people to stay hydrated, avoid sun, and check travel updates.
Rugby girl, 11, diagnosed with cancer after tonsillitis misdiagnosis
Armaie Burrows-Pitt, 11, from Rugby, was diagnosed with Stage 4 Burkitt lymphoma after GPs repeatedly said her symptoms were tonsillitis. She is now undergoing chemotherapy.
Solar Eclipse Eye Damage: Symptoms and When to See an Optician
Experts warn that looking at the solar eclipse without certified filters can cause retinal damage. Symptoms may appear hours or days later. If you experience blurring, distortion, or dark spots, seek advice from an optician immediately.
Solar Eclipse: What to Do If You Looked Directly
If you looked directly at the solar eclipse, you may risk eye damage. Learn delayed symptoms to watch for and steps to take immediately.
Police called to solar eclipse chaos as crowds rush for glasses
Police were called to manage crowds in Bristol as hundreds rushed for free eclipse glasses. The partial eclipse, with 90% coverage, begins just after 6pm, with maximum at 7pm. Next similar event in nearly 70 years.
Sophia's Katseye hiatus: return date and tour status explained
Sophia Laforteza is on a temporary break from Katseye for mental health, missing early WILDWORLD Tour dates. Hybe x Geffen will reassess in September.
Lucy Davis reveals 'tiny' breast cancer symptom she almost missed
The Office star Lucy Davis, 53, shares her stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis and the 'really tiny' hard spot she nearly ignored, urging others to get checked.
MP's Breast Cancer Film Urges Early Checks
MP Claire Hughes releases a documentary about her breast cancer journey to encourage early detection. The film highlights symptoms, treatment, and support from charities like Breast Cancer Now.
Hospice campaign shows how donations help patients
East Cheshire Hospice's More Good Days campaign lists donation costs, from £26 massages to £524 wellbeing programmes, highlighting the Sunflower Centre's support.
Burnham government confirms change to 7 high street banks
Nationwide launches Speak Easy accessibility tool and communication cards across 7 UK banks, including NatWest and Santander, to help customers with communication difficulties access essential banking services.
Partial solar eclipse today: Safe viewing tips
Millions will witness a partial solar eclipse today, but with glasses sold out, experts warn of eye damage risks. Here are safe viewing methods, including DIY pinhole cameras.
Good Hope Hospital urgent care building approved
Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield has been given the go-ahead to build a new Urgent Treatment Centre, set to open to patients next spring, bringing together minor injury care and specialist emergency services.
Jasper Carrott on Lucy Davis' incurable cancer
Jasper Carrott has spoken publicly for the first time about his daughter Lucy Davis' incurable cancer, saying it's a 'very difficult time' for the family and they are supporting her in every way possible.
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