Universal Credit Claimants Risk Fines Over Lost Free Perks
Universal Credit claimants face fines after losing free prescriptions and dental care due to lower income thresholds, warns Martin Lewis.
Category : Health
Bristol lab 'excited' by hantavirus vaccine breakthrough
Bristol-based Ensilitech has made a breakthrough in developing a hantaan virus vaccine. The antigen tested successfully on animals, and the company now seeks funding for human trials.
62% Back Smoking Ban in Pub Gardens, Poll Finds
A new poll reveals nearly two-thirds of people want smoking banned in pub gardens, with broad support for smoke-free playgrounds, bus stops, and campuses.
High Salt Warning for Sandwiches at Major UK Chains
New research reveals alarmingly high salt levels in sandwiches from Gail's, Pret, Tesco, and Sainsbury's, with some exceeding daily limits. Action on Salt urges mandatory measures.
DWP: Universal Credit up £530/month for families with children
DWP faces pressure as Universal Credit claimants hit 8.3 million. Families with children receive £530 more per month than single people without children. Key changes explained.
DWP Adds £300 to Universal Credit for Families with Children
The DWP is adding £300 to Universal Credit payments in May for families with children. Caseload figures show 7.2 million households now receive the benefit, with average payments rising.
Huddersfield Town Staff Train with Guide Dogs for Accessibility
Huddersfield Town AFC staff completed Sighted Guide training with Guide Dogs to improve matchday accessibility for fans with sight loss. Puppies also visited the stadium.
Sandwell care home extension could create 30 new jobs
Plans to extend Warrens Hall Nursing Home in Tividale, adding 32 bedrooms and creating 30 jobs, have been submitted to Sandwell Council.
Shirley Home to Become Children's Care Home? Council Reviews Plan
A proposal to turn a family home in Radbourne Road, Shirley, into a children's care home for up to three kids has been submitted to Solihull Council.
Beans and Soya Cut High Blood Pressure Risk by Third
Eating 170g of pulses and 80g of soya daily may lower hypertension risk by up to 19%, according to a new study in BMJ Nutrition Prevention and Health.
Tragic Mum Dies Hours After Hospital Return
Katie Macavoy, 29, died suddenly at home a day after spinal surgery. Partner Cameron Lewis pays tribute to the 'incredible mum' and raises concerns over blood clots.
10 Cruise Ship Passengers to Be Brought to UK for Hantavirus Isolation
Ten British nationals from overseas territories linked to the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak will be flown to the UK to complete self-isolation as a precautionary measure, UKHSA confirms.
Paedophile Faked Disability to Avoid Prosecution, Jailed 15 Years
John Siddell faked being a wheelchair user and mute to avoid child sex abuse charges. He was jailed for 15 years; his brother James received 2 years 9 months for helping him.
Jon Moulton Backs Infex in Antibiotic Resistance Fight
Venture capitalist Jon Moulton leads £4.3m funding round for Infex Therapeutics, targeting antimicrobial resistance and critical infectious diseases.
DWP: All PIP Claimants Must Respond by May 28
All 3.9 million PIP claimants are urged to complete a form by midnight on May 28 as part of the Timms Review, seeking lived experiences to shape future policy.
Chemo unit staff raise £2,530 with climb and swim
Staff from the Chemotherapy Day Unit at Prince Philip Hospital, with family and friends, raised £2,530 by climbing Pen y Fan and a swim challenge to support patient care.
DWP Offers Up to £778 for 76 Ear and Eye Conditions
DWP data reveals 76 ear and eye conditions qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), with up to £778 available. See the full list here.
Cruise Ship Virus Outbreak: Stay Healthy on Holiday
Following a hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, learn about common cruise illnesses and how to protect yourself with expert advice on vaccinations, hygiene, and travel insurance.
Birmingham community funds £50,000 sensory room at hospital
The Dawoodi Bohra community has funded a £50,000 sensory room at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick, providing a calming space for children.
Painful Tourette's Symptom Worse Than Vocal Tics
Ed Palmer, 34, from Birmingham reveals the painful physical tics of Tourette's that cause severe pain, including neck movements and ripped skin, and how he manages them.
DWP Confirms £779 PIP Payments for Mental Health Conditions
The DWP confirms PIP payments up to £779 for people with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and stress. Learn eligibility and scoring criteria.
Blood test breakthrough for early heart and kidney disease detection
University of Bristol scientists discover a novel way to detect early signs of heart and kidney disease through a simple blood test, by examining the glycocalyx coating on red blood cells.
Boston Nurse, 80, Marks 55 Years, No Plans to Retire
Iva Hills, an 80-year-old nurse at Pilgrim Hospital in Boston, has been caring for patients for 55 years and shows no signs of stopping, celebrated on International Nurses Day.
Dad Credits Prince William-Backed Charity for Saving His Life
Connor Doyle, 33, says he wouldn't be alive without James' Place, a suicide prevention charity championed by Prince William, which has opened a new Birmingham branch.
999 Critical Condition Returns to Birmingham Hospital
The award-winning Channel 5 documentary '999 Critical Condition' returns tonight, filmed at Birmingham Queen Elizabeth Hospital, offering a raw look at NHS trauma care.
DWP Warns State Pensioners Payments Stop in 13 Weeks
DWP warns Attendance Allowance claimants moving to Scotland that payments will stop after 13 weeks. They must apply for Pension Age Disability Payment to avoid disruption.
DWP New Powers to Withdraw Cash from Pensioners' Accounts
The DWP has been granted controversial powers to directly withdraw money from bank accounts of state pensioners suspected of benefit fraud, raising privacy concerns.
DWP Wrongly Denying PIP for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
The DWP faces criticism for denying PIP payments to cystic fibrosis patients. A survey shows 38% of applicants were wrongly rejected initially, sparking calls for reform.
Birmingham Mum Dies After Hospital Care Failures During Strike
An inquest found 'system and individual failings' in the care of Geraldine Miles, 84, who died at Good Hope Hospital after untreated low potassium levels were overlooked for four days during a doctors' strike.
Inside Hantavirus Quarantine Block for MV Hondius Passengers
Images reveal the quarantine block at Arrowe Park Hospital where 22 passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship are held after a hantavirus outbreak killed three people.
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