Category : Mental Health


NHS Offers £3,000 GP Bonuses for Weight Loss Jabs

The NHS will pay GPs £3,000 annual bonuses to prescribe weight loss injections like Wegovy, aiming to combat obesity through expanded access while maintaining strict clinical eligibility criteria.

Nurse Marks 51 Years in Mental Health Inspired by Football

Allen Senivassen, a mental health nurse at Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, is celebrating nearly 51 years in the profession. His journey began in Mauritius, where playing football with young patients inspired his career. Now a Student E

ODD Disorder in Teen Killer: Signs and Symptoms

Kian Moulton, who murdered 12-year-old Leo Ross, was diagnosed with Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD). This article explains the condition, its symptoms, and how it can manifest in children and teenagers.

Dark Showering: A New Sleep Trend Examined

The 'dark showering' trend, where people shower in total darkness, is gaining popularity as a natural sleep aid. Experts explore the science behind light exposure, temperature, and sound effects on sleep quality and health.

Ibuprofen Can Trigger Psoriasis, Warns NHS

The NHS highlights ibuprofen as a hidden trigger for psoriasis, a skin condition affecting millions. Experts explain symptoms, triggers, and when to seek medical help.

Free Menopause Support Sessions at Brentwood Libraries

A series of free, informal menopause and perimenopause support sessions are being held at libraries across Brentwood, led by Everyone Active instructor Sarah Goodey. The sessions aim to provide accessible information, reduce stigma, and encourage open con

Teen Soldier Hanged After Working 'Ridiculous Hours'

An inquest has heard that 18-year-old Household Cavalry trooper Jack Burnell-Williams was found hanged in his barracks after working excessive hours, just days after escorting Queen Elizabeth II's coffin.

Medicine Shortages Continue as Low Prices Deter Manufacturers

Supply issues for common blood pressure drugs like propranolol and ramipril are expected to last for months. Experts warn that low UK reimbursement rates make the market unattractive to pharmaceutical companies, causing price spikes and stock problems.

Teen Mood Swings Could Signal Hidden Eating Disorders

Experts reveal subtle behavioural signs of eating disorders in teens, such as avoiding family meals and social withdrawal, and offer advice for parents on supportive approaches during Eating Disorders Awareness Week.

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