Health & Wellbeing

A Birmingham mental health charity is celebrating after winning two prestigious national care sector awards.

Official data just published has confirmed that there are still 2045 people with a learning disability and/or autistic people in mental health hospitals and the government has failed to meet their own target to reduce inpatient numbers by 50%.

Travel has been scientifically proven to reduce stress, but beyond the serene wellness retreats and peaceful beach lounging, did you know that riding a roller coaster is also good for your mental health?

TreeFrog Therapeutics, a cell therapy development company with its lead program in Parkinson's Disease is presenting for the first time at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology, taking place in Denver, Colorado.

The Gambia Experience have just announced its collaboration with the UK charity ‘Sunshine with Smiles’ in delivering essential components for a state-of-the-art mammogram machine set to be installed at Banjul Hospital in The Gambia.

Chief Executive of Parkinson's UK, Caroline Rassell says: “The Movers & Shakers are an incredible group of people with Parkinson's who are using their combined voices to create a powerful platform for change.

In a heartfelt tribute to St Giles Hospice, cycling enthusiast Sam Coxon announced the 10th anniversary of the St Giles Cycle Spring event.

Recent news has labelled Japan’s hot springs, known as Onsen, as the wellness trend of 2024.

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, and people in Wolverhampton are being reminded of the importance of regular screening.

As Caribbean destinations prepare to host major events, including vibrant festivals, carnivals, homecomings, and the highly anticipated International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, tourism and public health stakeholders call on the region to remain diligent while reaffirming their commitment to health safety measures.

Norfolk developer Barratt and David Wilson Homes Anglia has proudly joined forces with Autism Anglia for a day of volunteering at the charity’s centre in Dereham.

A St Giles Hospice colleague, who provides support to bereaved families and children in the local community, is encouraging everyone to take part in Celebrate Lives Lived this spring.

Laser Skin are just about to open their newest clinic in Birmingham’s famous, Jewellery Quarter, located on Fredrick Street - with the creation of three new jobs.

Children and adults with special educational needs and disabilities can make a splash with swimming lessons at the City of Wolverhampton Council's leisure centres.

A paramedic who witnessed the impact of mental health issues first-hand on the NHS front line is supporting a new initiative which aims to get men’s wellbeing on track through social running.

A University of Oxford rower has criticised conditions in the River Thames during the Boat Race, saying: "It would be a lot nicer if there wasn't as much poo in the water."