Andy Burnham colleagues fear PIP benefit cut
Campaigners fear Andy Burnham could cut Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a DWP benefit claimed by 4 million people, as he becomes de facto PM after Starmer's resignation.
Category : Health
Wellth and Wild Launches New Wellness Workshops
Birmingham's Wellth and Wild launches new wellness workshops, offering guided walks, forest bathing, and nature-based activities to improve mental and physical health.
New Mental Health Facility Construction Starts in Erdington
Construction has started on a new £12m mental health facility in Erdington, Birmingham, set to open in 2025, providing 24 inpatient beds for adults.
Cholesterol Tablet Timing Matters for Effectiveness
Taking short-acting statins like simvastatin at bedtime boosts effectiveness as liver produces most cholesterol between midnight and 3am, say NHS experts.
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Thunderstorms Expected to Hit UK Before Heatwave
Thunderstorms are forecast to strike parts of the UK at specific times on Monday before temperatures soar to 30°C later in the week, according to the Met Office.
Sisters Fundraise for Free Wellness Sanctuary Near Solihull
Sisters Paige Coyle and Fallon Taylor are crowdfunding £1.8 million to buy a 500-year-old farmhouse near Solihull for a free wellness and mental health sanctuary.
Louth Woman Joyce Pridgeon Celebrates 100th Birthday
Joyce Pridgeon marked her 100th birthday at Louth Manor care home with a party, buffet, and cake. Born in 1926, she shared her secret to a long life: be determined and love family.
NHS Urged to Allow Emergency Contraception in Shops
Nearly 50% of the public find it difficult to access emergency contraception on Sundays. Doctors call for reclassification to allow sales in corner shops, petrol stations, and supermarkets.
NHS Updates PMOS Guidance for 4 Million Women
The NHS now recommends that up to 4 million women with irregular periods be checked for polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), a common but underdiagnosed condition.
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Tesco and Lidl Recall Ham Over Listeria
Tesco and Lidl have recalled ham products from their premium ranges due to possible listeria contamination, affecting Brady Family items and others with use-by date July 16.
Glasgow Hospital Lockdown Over Possible Ebola
Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow enters lockdown after a patient with recent travel to an Ebola-affected country presents with concerning symptoms; testing underway.
Summer Flea Boom: Free Treatment Offer for Pet Owners
Fleas can produce over a million eggs in weeks during summer. Itch offers first month free (just £2.99 postage) to help pet owners prevent infestations.
Metallica Fans Get Exclusive Shirts for Blood Donation in Birmingham
Metallica rewards Birmingham blood donors with exclusive T-shirts at NHS centre on New Street, aiming to boost stocks amid summer heatwave shortage.
Ionic Hair Dryer Deal: Save Big on Amazon
A professional ionic hair dryer is now available at a discounted price on Amazon, offering salon-quality results at home. Save money on this top-rated beauty tool.
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400,000 children supported by baby banks in UK last year
Over 1,000 children per day received aid from baby banks in 2025, a total of 400,000 kids, as the cost-of-living crisis deepens. The Baby Bank Alliance reports an 11% surge in demand.
Ali's Dream Charity Raises Over £1 Million for Brain Tumour
Ali's Dream, founded after Alison Phelan's death from a brain tumour, has raised over £1 million in 25 years, funding research and helping establish Brain Tumour Research.
DWP Confirms New Carer's Allowance Eligibility Rules
DWP minister Sir Stephen Timms confirms new Carer's Allowance rules, including an increased earnings threshold that will enable an extra 60,000 carers to claim the benefit.
Devon optician runs canal for leukaemia charity
Specsavers Bideford director Neil Millen will run the Grand Western Canal half marathon on July 19 to raise funds for Cure Leukaemia, inspired by 15-year-old Daisy McGowan's two-year battle with acute leukaemia.
Birmingham Care Home Raises £710 for Cancer Research UK
Staff from Priestley Rose Care Home in Erdington raised £710 for Cancer Research UK by completing the Pretty Muddy 5K obstacle course, with team spirit praised by management.
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DWP PIP Cuts Update Imminent: Millions Brace for Changes
The DWP is set to release an interim report on PIP cuts and eligibility changes within days, affecting 4 million claimants. The Timms Review may recommend reductions, but not increases.
Damning Report into West Midlands NHS Maternity Services
A damning report into a West Midlands NHS trust's maternity services reveals widespread racism, with staff reporting discrimination and patients experiencing poorer outcomes, prompting urgent calls for change.
DWP Confirms PIP Payments Cease After 28 Days in Hospital
The DWP confirms PIP payments stop after 28 days in NHS-funded hospital care, citing no duplication of public funds. Liberal Democrat MP Manuela Perteghella questions the rule.
£17k Donation for Defibrillators in Welwyn Hatfield
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council and Oak Hill Crematorium donate £17,000 to Hearts for Herts for 17 public school defibrillators and bleed control kits, funded by metal recycling.
Racism and Safety Issues at Sandwell Hospital Maternity
A damning report into Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust's maternity services reveals widespread racism, staff shortages, and a neonatal mortality rate 5% higher than comparable trusts.
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DWP Confirms PIP Change to Rebuild Claimant Trust
The DWP confirms PIP assessments will now be recorded to improve transparency. Georgina Colman of Purpl welcomes the move, while claimants share mixed reactions.
Energy Bills to Rise Sharply in July as Price Cap Increases by 13%
Household energy bills are set to rise sharply from July, with the price cap increasing by 13% to £1,862 a year, but analysts suggest relief may come later in the year as global energy costs stabilise.
Former Doctor Denies 45 Sex Offences Against Patients
A former Birmingham doctor has denied 45 sexual offences against multiple patients, including assault and voyeurism, spanning several years.
Knitting halves dementia risk, boosts brain health
Knitting may reduce dementia risk by up to 50%, according to researcher Neil K Shah. The hobby combines motor skills, pattern recognition, and mindfulness, offering cognitive, physical, and mental health benefits.
Reeves Rule Blocks £12.71 Wage for Workers
Business rates and employment costs are preventing small business owners from earning the national living wage of £12.71 an hour, warns the Federation of Small Businesses.
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Tamworth sisters diagnosed with incurable muscle condition
Millie Bampton, 25, from Tamworth, was diagnosed with limb girdle muscular dystrophy at age 7 after struggling in PE. She now walks 150 miles in July to raise funds and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy UK, as her 13-year-old sister Lola has never walked d
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