DWP Confirms 71 Neurological Conditions for £496 Benefit
The DWP has confirmed 71 neurological conditions that qualify for Attendance Allowance up to £496 per month. See the full list and eligibility criteria.
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Renaming PCOS to PMOS: Awareness Up, Treatment Impact Unclear
A proposed name change from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Metabolic Syndrome aims to improve awareness, but experts question whether it will actually enhance treatment outcomes.
BBC Expert Warns DWP PIP Claimants Over Backdated Payments
A BBC finance expert warns PIP claimants could receive backdated payments for other benefits, as the Timms review considers major changes to the system by autumn.
Brothers Raise £12,000 for Pancreatic Cancer UK at Marathon
Brothers Sam and Adam Wymer raised over £12,000 for Pancreatic Cancer UK by running the London Marathon in memory of their father, Maurice Wymer.
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CJD Has 100% Success Rate for PIP Claims
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) has a 100% success rate for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims, according to DWP data. Nearly four million people receive PIP.
Council Chair Raises £1,365 for Mental Health Charity
Councillor Angela Archer, chair of South Derbyshire District Council, raised £1,365.94 for Derbyshire Mind during her year in office, supporting mental health services.
Unhealthy Coping Widespread in Scotland, New Data Shows
A new poll for Mental Health Awareness Week reveals 68% of Scottish adults used harmful coping mechanisms like isolation or bed-rotting in the past month, while 82% also took positive actions.
Unhealthy Coping Rife in Wales, Survey Reveals
New data reveals 69% of adults in Wales used harmful coping mechanisms for poor mental health, while 84% took positive actions like accessing nature.
DWP Benefits for Mental Health Conditions Explained
DWP rules allow claims for anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and more. PIP success rates vary, with 50-58% approval. Learn how to apply.
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Arthritis qualifies state pensioners for £441 a month DWP
State pensioners with arthritis may be eligible for up to £441 a month via Attendance Allowance. Many miss out as they don't know they qualify.
DWP Attendance Allowance Rise: Up to £459 for Pensioners
DWP raises Attendance Allowance rates, with higher payments of £77 weekly. Over 82,000 claim for back pain; total annual benefit up to £5,959.
Father Cycles 1,000 Miles for Epilepsy Charity
Mark Mayatt-Simmons, from Ripon, raised over £2,300 for Epilepsy Action by cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats, inspired by his daughter Alia's epilepsy.
Nationwide First UK Bank to Hide Abusive Payment References
Nationwide becomes the first UK bank to launch a feature that hides abusive payment references, helping victims of economic abuse regain control.
Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms Rife in South East, Study Says
New data reveals 57% of South East residents used harmful coping methods for stress, anxiety, or low mood in the past month, including isolation and doomscrolling.
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Unhealthy Coping Methods Widespread in West Midlands
New data reveals over half of West Midlands residents use unhealthy coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, or low mood, including isolation and social media overuse.
Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms Widespread in Yorkshire
New data reveals over 60% of people in Yorkshire and Humberside used harmful coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, or low mood in the past month.
Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms Widespread in North West
Two in five people in the North West use harmful coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, or low mood, including social media scrolling and isolation, according to new Mental Health Foundation data.
Charity Slam Jam: Wrestling for Men's Mental Health in Derby
A new charity wrestling event, Charity Slam Jam, comes to Derby on June 13 to raise funds for men's mental health initiative ManUP?. Features a 30-person rumble and family-friendly action.
Unhealthy Coping Widespread in East Midlands Survey
Half of East Midlands residents use harmful coping strategies for stress, anxiety, or low mood, including isolation and social media overuse, according to Mental Health Foundation data.
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Half in South West use unhealthy coping for stress
New data from the Mental Health Foundation reveals half of South West residents used harmful coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, or low mood in the past month, including overeating and isolation.
Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms Rise in North East
New data shows over half of North East residents used harmful coping methods for mental health, including bed rotting and social isolation, during Mental Health Awareness Week.
Pensioners Over 70 Lose £5,750 in Courier Fraud Scam
TSB warns courier fraud losses soar 116%, targeting over-70s. Victims lose thousands as scammers impersonate banks and police. One customer lost £5,750.
New Head Appointed to Boost Physical Activity in South Wales
Lauren Thomas joins Central South Active Partnership as head of strategic partnerships to help remove barriers to sport and physical activity across five regions.
Londoners Use Unhealthy Coping for Stress and Anxiety
New data reveals 66% of Londoners used harmful coping mechanisms for poor mental health in the past month, including isolation and excessive social media use.
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Martin Lewis: Exact pension savings for comfort
Martin Lewis shares the exact percentage of salary to save for a comfortable pension, based on starting age, calling the figures 'scary'.
Birmingham Woman's £100k Codeine Addiction Nearly Killed Her
Caitlin Atkins, 32, from Edgbaston, developed a £100,000 addiction to codeine and tramadol prescribed for PCOS, leading to heroin and crack use. She nearly died, but after falling pregnant in 2022, she got clean and now urges others to seek help.
Talking About Death and Dying: Tips from a Hospice Expert
Natalie Birmingham from Moya Cole Hospice shares advice on having difficult conversations about death and dying during Dying Matters Awareness Week.
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.
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.
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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.
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