New research published in The Journal of Physiology shows that oxytocin plays an important role in combatting stress disrupting our digestion causing nausea, diarrhoea, discomfort, and bloating…
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Report reveals dire consequences of neglecting women’s health in lockdown
Insight suggests that COVID-19 restrictions mean that 1.9 million fewer women were able to access contraceptive services, resulting in 1.5 million unsafe abortions and more than 3,000 maternal deaths…
Strain on mental health sees 100s opt out of Eat Out to Help Out
Nearly 700 restaurants have deregistered with the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme due to unprecedented strain on staff, with employees reporting that their mental and physical health is suffering.…
Children and parents are struggling to cope in lockdown
Many parents believe their child could benefit from professional help in the wake of the coronavirus lockdown, according to a new survey by Barnardo’s…
As M&S announce job cuts, experts share redundancy advice
Retail giant Marks & Spencer will be cutting 7,000 jobs over the next three month due to the coronavirus pandemic…
Number of children in school counselling halves with Covid-19 restrictions
New research finds that the average number of children and young people who spoke to a school counsellor dropped dramatically since Covid-19 restrictions came into place in March…
UK Black Pride announces 15th anniversary virtual party
UK Black Pride is hosting a day of virtual celebrations this Sunday 16 August to celebrate its 15th birthday…
Exam results 2020: What to expect and how to find support
We share tips and advice on what to expect from results day 2020, what you can do if your grades aren’t what you expected, and how you can support a loved one right now…
What is the cost of the pandemic to men’s mental health?
Four in 10 men feel they have been negatively affected by the isolation and social restrictions of the coronavirus pandemic, says mental health charity Samaritans…