Health & Wellbeinghttps://thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/lifestyle/health-wellbeing/feed/atom/2026-03-04T13:46:12+00:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationYou Rock! Mental health campaign backed by Berkshire Housebuilder’s school art initiative2026-02-28T12:45:50+00:002026-02-28T12:45:50+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/you-rock-mental-health-campaign-backed-by-berkshire-housebuilders-school-art-initiativeSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_You_Rock-Mental_health_campaign_backed_by_Berkshire_Housebuilders_school_art_initiative.jpg" /></p><p>A housebuilder has empowered schoolchildren in Berkshire to champion positivity and take a stand against bullying through art.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_You_Rock-Mental_health_campaign_backed_by_Berkshire_Housebuilders_school_art_initiative.jpg" /></p><p>A housebuilder has empowered schoolchildren in Berkshire to champion positivity and take a stand against bullying through art.</p>
Bereaved man back in the swim of thing through regular exercise2026-02-23T12:46:45+00:002026-02-23T12:46:45+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bereaved-man-back-in-the-swim-of-thing-through-regular-exerciseSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Bereaved_man_back_in_the_swim_of_thing_through_regular_exercise.jpg" /></p><p>A local man has rediscovered his zest for living through the physical and mental release of swimming – at Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick – and the community feel of the facility.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Bereaved_man_back_in_the_swim_of_thing_through_regular_exercise.jpg" /></p><p>A local man has rediscovered his zest for living through the physical and mental release of swimming – at Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick – and the community feel of the facility.</p>
Birmingham leisure facilities launch weight loss medication support programme2026-02-20T20:52:21+00:002026-02-20T20:52:21+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-leisure-facilities-launch-weight-loss-medication-support-programmeSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH112_-_Birmingham_leisure_facilities_launch_weight_loss_medication_support_programme.jpg" /></p><p>Birmingham Community Leisure Trust (BCLT) has launched a new support programme across its leisure centres in Birmingham, offering tailored guidance for customers using GLP-1 weight loss medications, such as Ozempic and Semaglutide.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH112_-_Birmingham_leisure_facilities_launch_weight_loss_medication_support_programme.jpg" /></p><p>Birmingham Community Leisure Trust (BCLT) has launched a new support programme across its leisure centres in Birmingham, offering tailored guidance for customers using GLP-1 weight loss medications, such as Ozempic and Semaglutide.</p>
North London health system partners react to latest measles figures2026-02-20T20:43:59+00:002026-02-20T20:43:59+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/north-london-health-system-partners-react-to-latest-measles-figuresSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH12_-_North_London_health_system1.jpg" /></p><p>Some of the agencies leading a response to a measles outbreak in North London have responded to the latest figures issued by the UK Health Security Agency confirming increased numbers of cases.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH12_-_North_London_health_system1.jpg" /></p><p>Some of the agencies leading a response to a measles outbreak in North London have responded to the latest figures issued by the UK Health Security Agency confirming increased numbers of cases.</p>
Parkinson's UK and the British Wheel of Yoga announce new national yoga and wellbeing partnership2026-02-19T16:09:38+00:002026-02-19T16:09:38+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/parkinson-s-uk-and-the-british-wheel-of-yoga-announce-new-national-yoga-and-wellbeing-partnershipSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Parkinsons_UK_and_the_British_Wheel_of_Yoga_announce_new_national_yoga_and_wellbeing_partnership1.jpg" /></p><p>Parkinson's UK has announced a new partnership with the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) to help more people with Parkinson's access yoga classes throughout the UK.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Parkinsons_UK_and_the_British_Wheel_of_Yoga_announce_new_national_yoga_and_wellbeing_partnership1.jpg" /></p><p>Parkinson's UK has announced a new partnership with the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) to help more people with Parkinson's access yoga classes throughout the UK.</p>
Year 9 pupils offered vital vaccinations in school2026-02-12T08:52:55+00:002026-02-12T08:52:55+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/year-9-pupils-offered-vital-vaccinations-in-schoolSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH123_-_Year_9_pupils_offered_vital_vaccinations_in_school.jpg" /></p><p>Year 9 pupils across Wolverhampton are now being offered vaccinations in school by Vaccination UK.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH123_-_Year_9_pupils_offered_vital_vaccinations_in_school.jpg" /></p><p>Year 9 pupils across Wolverhampton are now being offered vaccinations in school by Vaccination UK.</p>
Self-weigh baby service available across Wolverhampton2026-02-07T14:02:41+00:002026-02-07T14:02:41+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/self-weigh-baby-service-available-across-wolverhamptonSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH11_-_Self-weigh_baby_service_available_across_Wolverhampton.jpg" /></p><p>Parents and carers across Wolverhampton are being reminded that the city’s self-weigh baby service is available at a range of Best Start in Life Family Hubs and libraries, following a fantastic response to its launch last year.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH11_-_Self-weigh_baby_service_available_across_Wolverhampton.jpg" /></p><p>Parents and carers across Wolverhampton are being reminded that the city’s self-weigh baby service is available at a range of Best Start in Life Family Hubs and libraries, following a fantastic response to its launch last year.</p>
AGCO marks two years of lifesaving support for Midlands Air Ambulance charity2026-02-05T09:47:28+00:002026-02-05T09:47:28+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/agco-marks-two-years-of-lifesaving-support-for-midlands-air-ambulance-charitySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_AGCO_marks_two_years_of_lifesaving_support_for_Midlands_Air_Ambulance_charity1.jpeg" /></p><p>Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is celebrating two years of incredible support from global agricultural machinery and precision leader <a href="https://www.agcocorp.com/int/en/home/">AGCO Corporation</a>, whose UK team has gone above and beyond to help raise vital funds and awareness for the charity’s lifesaving missions.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_AGCO_marks_two_years_of_lifesaving_support_for_Midlands_Air_Ambulance_charity1.jpeg" /></p><p>Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is celebrating two years of incredible support from global agricultural machinery and precision leader <a href="https://www.agcocorp.com/int/en/home/">AGCO Corporation</a>, whose UK team has gone above and beyond to help raise vital funds and awareness for the charity’s lifesaving missions.</p>
Yoga studio takes holistic wellbeing to The Cube2026-02-05T09:44:00+00:002026-02-05T09:44:00+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/yoga-studio-takes-holistic-wellbeing-to-the-cubeSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Yoga_studio_takes_holistic_wellbeing_to_The_Cube.png" /></p><p>The Cube has welcomed Yoga Sweat 2.0, a well-established community yoga studio, which officially opened its doors at the world-class destination at the end of January.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Yoga_studio_takes_holistic_wellbeing_to_The_Cube.png" /></p><p>The Cube has welcomed Yoga Sweat 2.0, a well-established community yoga studio, which officially opened its doors at the world-class destination at the end of January.</p>
Mayor shows how easy HIV testing can be2026-02-03T16:04:57+00:002026-02-03T16:04:57+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mayor-shows-how-easy-hiv-testing-can-beSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH1_-_Mayor_shows_how_easy_HIV_testing_can_be212.jpg" /></p><p>Ahead of this year's HIV Testing Week, the Mayor of Wolverhampton has demonstrated how quick and simple it is to use a HIV self-test kit at home.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH1_-_Mayor_shows_how_easy_HIV_testing_can_be212.jpg" /></p><p>Ahead of this year's HIV Testing Week, the Mayor of Wolverhampton has demonstrated how quick and simple it is to use a HIV self-test kit at home.</p>
Birmingham people urged not to be caught out by the ‘silent thief of sight’2026-01-31T19:47:58+00:002026-01-31T19:47:58+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-people-urged-not-to-be-caught-out-by-the-silent-thief-of-sightSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH121_-_Birmingham_people_urged_not_to_be_caught_out_by_the_silent_thief_of_sight.jpg" /></p><p>A Birmingham ophthalmologist is calling for more awareness of a condition often dubbed the ‘silent thief of sight’.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH121_-_Birmingham_people_urged_not_to_be_caught_out_by_the_silent_thief_of_sight.jpg" /></p><p>A Birmingham ophthalmologist is calling for more awareness of a condition often dubbed the ‘silent thief of sight’.</p>
Indian parents in UK aborting baby girls reach record high2026-01-31T19:42:30+00:002026-01-31T19:42:30+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/indian-parents-in-uk-aborting-baby-girls-reach-record-highSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH12_-_Indian_parents_in_UK_aborting_baby_girls_reach_record_high.jpg" /></p><p>Data reveals a record number of baby girls are being aborted by Indian parents living in Britain because they prefer boys.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH12_-_Indian_parents_in_UK_aborting_baby_girls_reach_record_high.jpg" /></p><p>Data reveals a record number of baby girls are being aborted by Indian parents living in Britain because they prefer boys.</p>
Finding out more about NHS App at free drop-in2026-01-29T19:28:19+00:002026-01-29T19:28:19+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/finding-out-more-about-nhs-app-at-free-drop-inSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Finding_out_more_about_NHS_App_at_free_drop.jpg" /></p><p>Residents are being invited to discover the benefits of the free NHS App at a special drop-in session at the Civic Centre next Monday (2 February, 2026) from 10am-3pm.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Finding_out_more_about_NHS_App_at_free_drop.jpg" /></p><p>Residents are being invited to discover the benefits of the free NHS App at a special drop-in session at the Civic Centre next Monday (2 February, 2026) from 10am-3pm.</p>
Two-thirds of NHS doctors cut hours or change careers due to childcare crisis, new survey reveals2026-01-28T12:19:41+00:002026-01-28T12:19:41+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/two-thirds-of-nhs-doctors-cut-hours-or-change-careers-due-to-childcare-crisis-new-survey-revealsSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Two-thirds_of_NHS_doctors_cut_hours_or_change_careers_due_to_childcare_crisis_new_survey_reve1.jpg" /></p><p>New survey findings indicate that childcare pressures are significantly influencing how doctors participate in the NHS workforce, with many reducing their working hours or reconsidering career paths as family responsibilities clash with medical working patterns.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Two-thirds_of_NHS_doctors_cut_hours_or_change_careers_due_to_childcare_crisis_new_survey_reve1.jpg" /></p><p>New survey findings indicate that childcare pressures are significantly influencing how doctors participate in the NHS workforce, with many reducing their working hours or reconsidering career paths as family responsibilities clash with medical working patterns.</p>
Community clinics breaking down barriers to liver screening2026-01-22T09:48:59+00:002026-01-22T09:48:59+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/community-clinics-breaking-down-barriers-to-liver-screeningSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH1_-_Community_clinics_breaking_down_barriers_to_liver_screening.jpg" /></p><p>The City of Wolverhampton Council has teamed up with Recovery Near You and the Service User Involvement Team to host a series of Fibro-scan clinics, bringing non-invasive liver health screening directly into the local community.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH1_-_Community_clinics_breaking_down_barriers_to_liver_screening.jpg" /></p><p>The City of Wolverhampton Council has teamed up with Recovery Near You and the Service User Involvement Team to host a series of Fibro-scan clinics, bringing non-invasive liver health screening directly into the local community.</p>
Health City Cayman Islands performs first robotic cardiac surgery, marking a major milestone for health care in the Cayman Islands2026-01-19T21:19:44+00:002026-01-19T21:19:44+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/health-city-cayman-islands-performs-first-robotic-cardiac-surgery-marking-a-major-milestone-for-health-care-in-the-cayman-islandsSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Health_City_Cayman_Islands_performs_first_robotic_cardiac_surgery111.jpg" /></p><p>Health City Cayman Islands has successfully completed its first robotic-assisted cardiac surgeries, marking a major breakthrough for advanced heart care in the Cayman Islands and the wider Caribbean.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HEALTH_-_Health_City_Cayman_Islands_performs_first_robotic_cardiac_surgery111.jpg" /></p><p>Health City Cayman Islands has successfully completed its first robotic-assisted cardiac surgeries, marking a major breakthrough for advanced heart care in the Cayman Islands and the wider Caribbean.</p>