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Women who quit drinking alcohol have better mental wellbeing, study suggests
A new study has revealed women who give up alcohol may see a mental health improvement ‘within four years’…
What is LGBTSTEM Day?
Today marks the second International Day of LGBTQ+ People in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (#LGBTSTEMDay)…
Study reveals 1 in 5 hospital patients use alcohol harmfully
New research from King’s College London has revealed one in five patients admitted to UK hospitals drink alcohol in a harmful way, while one in 10 are alcohol dependent…
Charity Criticised for 'Shaming' Advert
Cancer Research advert designed to look like a pack of cigarettes criticised by mental health professionals, body positive campaigners…
From Transgender Hate Crime to Royal Support: Two Stories That Show Just How Split Society Is
Pride month may be coming to an end, but the conversation will still, and must, continue. We share two stories from this week: data reveals transgender hate crimes are up 81% in the UK, and LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity, akt, hosts a royal visit…
New Government Bill Increases Maximum Sentence for Animal Cruelty
Legislation has been set out to increase the maximum sentences for animal cruelty, thanks to strong support from welfare groups and the public…
NHS gambling clinic for children and young people to open
The first NHS gambling clinic for children and young people will open this year as part of a new network of services for addicts being rolled out via the NHS Long Term Plan…
Three Reasons Why Today Could Be a Great Day
From leaving work on time, to playing with an office dog and getting together with new friends, today could make for a great day…