Our furry friends offer more than just a boost to our mood - a new study says that pet ownership is especially beneficial for people with diagnosed mental health conditions.…
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'Give Debtors With Mental Health Issues Six-Week Breathing Space From Creditors,' Says Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis
Money saving expert Martin Lewis is leading calls for debtors with mental health issues to be given ‘breathing space’ to get their finances in order…
Universities Handed £34,000 to Develop Psychological Support for Cancer Patients
MacMillan Cancer Support has awarded £34,000 to the University of Chester and the University of Edinburgh as part of a new research study to help patients in palliative care service.…
Children's Mental Health 'A Huge Problem', Prime Minister Outlines Action Plan
Theresa May revealed how the government intends to support children’s mental health, admitting it is a ‘huge problem’ The Prime Minister joined Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby live on the This Morning sofa today to outline the government's plans to support youngsters. It comes following a study…
New Parents Let Down By Government Cuts To Breastfeeding Support Services
68 per cent of new parents believe the government does not provide enough funding for breastfeeding support.…
Oarsome Foursome Smash Record For Atlantic Row in £250k Fundraiser
Four oarsmen set a new world record by rowing 3,000 miles in 29 days in memory of a mental health campaigner George Biggar was joined by Dicky Taylor, Peter Robinson and Stuart Watts, as they spent 29 days and 15 hours at sea, rowing 3,000 miles across the…
Talking About Trans Discrimination In The Workplace
As Stonewall’s 2018 report shows high levels of fear around trans discrimination,Rikki Arundel talks about the need to treat everyone with dignity and respect…
New Study Suggests Informal Carers Aren’t Getting Enough Government Support
Nearly two in five informal carers feel the government are not offering enough financial, educational or emotional support…
Slow Eating May Reduce Obesity Risk, Study Says
You may want to take your time next time you sit down for a bite to eat - new research claims that eating slowly could help prevent obesity.…