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LONDON PODIATRIST CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF GIVING PEOPLE THEIR LIVES BACK!

From helping people walk without pain to restoring their confidence, mobility and independence, award-winning podiatrist Peter Gauntlett has spent almost two decades making a remarkable difference to people’s lives. Now,…

NEW RESEARCH IDENTIFIES THE FIVE FACTORS BEHIND AN ALARMING KNOWLEDGE GAP ON THE IMPORTANCE OF MEDICAL TRAVEL COVER ABROAD

New annual tracking research from AllClear Travel Insurance reveals a significant knowledge gap on the importance of medical travel cover abroad, which helps to explain why a significant number of…

Managing Stress: Healthy Tips for Stress Awareness Week

As Stress Awareness Week (2–6 November) and National Stress Awareness Day (4 November) approach, it’s time to look at healthy stress-management strategies rather than short term fixes. Ruth Allonby, Chief…

THE LAST HALLOWEEN FOR UK-GROWN PUMPKINS?

Halloween is the time of year when pumpkins fly off the supermarket shelves, but climate change means the days of the British-grown pumpkins may soon be numbered. A poll of…

Your Cosy Autumn Pilates Routine: 4 At-Home Exercises to Strengthen, Stretch, and Reset

Pilates Instructor & Founder of East of Eden, Abby McLachlan Shares 4 Exercises to Strengthen, Stretch, and Reset As the nights draw in and the weather cools, there’s no better…

Personal finance expert reveals how to enjoy half term for less

A money saving expert has shared her top tips for enjoying October half term without breaking the bank. Personal finance expert Maddy Alexander-Grout recommends setting a budget for the week…

NEARLY HALF OF WORKERS COULD ONLY COVER THEIR BILLS FOR FOUR WEEKS IF AN INJURY LEFT THEM UNABLE TO WORK

One in four Brits have no personal savings, while 11% of workers could not cover their essential living costs at all without an income, new research reveals British workers are…

LEGAL COST FEARS ARE THE BIGGEST BARRIER STOPPING BRITS MAKING A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM

One in eight don’t know their rights following an injury, while one in 10 fear the process would take too long Concerns about legal costs are the biggest barrier that…

FOUR IN 10 BRITS HAVE RISKED THEIR HEALTH AT WORK BECAUSE THEY COULDN’T AFFORD TIME OFF

Three in 10 have raised concerns about the risk of physical injury at work – but more than a third say there have been no changes since Four in 10…

CHILDREN’S LITERARY FESTIVAL COMING TO THE FLORAL PAVILION!

Young bookworms, budding illustrators and imaginative minds are in for a treat as New Brighton’s Floral Pavilion hosts The Big Story Bash – a fun-filled children’s literary festival celebrating the…

FOUR IN FIVE BRITS WOULD RETURN TO WORK TOO SOON AFTER AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY BECAUSE OF FINANCIAL PRESSURE

Six in 10 would even delay or skip treatment following an injury because of money worries, new research reveals Almost four in five Brits would return to work sooner than…

New research reveals young Brits are adopting a sustained approach to winter wellness rather than waiting for a January reset.

The traditional New Year fitness scramble is officially dying out, replaced by the Gen Z led Winter Arc movement. According to new research from SuperNutrio high protein, high calcium milk,…

Access to Autism and ADHD Assessments Improved for Young People as Momenta Connect awarded place on national NHS framework

This place on the National NHS framework will enable Momenta Connect to provide additional, clinically governed autism and ADHD assessment capacity for children and young people, working alongside NHS organisations…

World Mental Health Day: Alcohol and Your Mental Health

World Mental Health Day (10th October), provides an important opportunity to examine the often-overlooked connection between alcohol use and mental health. Ruth Allonby, Chief Executive of Mount Carmel Rehab is…

Union Quay Dental celebrates transformation of its historic Fish Quay home

Union Quay Dental welcomed a fantastic turnout to its North Shields practice last week as guests gathered to celebrate the completion of a major refurbishment and get a first look…

LIVERPOOL’S COOLEST WEDDING FAIR RETURNS THIS NOVEMBER!

Forget stuffy wedding fairs, pushy sales pitches and endless rows of chair covers! Liverpool’s coolest alternative wedding event is back this November — and it’s perfect for couples who want…

WIRRAL WATERFRONT CARE HOME RECEIVES 8 TOP AWARD NOMINATIONS!

Wirral’s stunning waterfront care home, Mariners’ Park, has received a staggering 8 award nominations at the Great British Care Awards! The luxury residential home has been recognised for the quality…

COUPLE’S GUT HEALTH BUSINESS WINS MULTIPLE AWARDS IN FIRST YEAR!

A Liverpool couple who turned a personal health scare into a thriving gut health business are celebrating an extraordinary first year, having sold more than 11,000 products, won prestigious food…

CHILDREN’S FANTASY AUTHOR RELEASES LATEST NOVEL IN AWARD WINNING SERIES!

Multi-award-winning children’s author Rob Keeley is preparing to release the latest instalment in his popular Spirits series, taking readers on a magical journey back to the Middle Ages. The Spirit…

Luxury Advent Calendars for the Finest Christmas Countdown

Make every day of December worth opening. From exquisite Belgian chocolates and Italian truffles to Danish liquorice and spices from around the world. 12 exceptional Advent calendars for a truly…

HIDDEN DANGERS OF BABY SLEEP AND FEEDING PRODUCTS

Some baby sleep and feeding products can cause suffocation, choking and overheating RoSPA advises parents to keep sleep spaces simple, safe and clear of unnecessary items Parents should check for…

RECKLESS IN THE SUN: THOSE CONCEALING MEDICAL CONDITIONS FROM INSURERS ARE MOST LIKELY TO PUT THEMSELVES AT RISK ON HOLIDAY

Holidaymakers taking the risk of travelling without the insurance they need are among the most likely to opt for adrenaline-fuelled experiences during their holidays abroad. Three in four (76%) people…

From ideas to action: Applications open for 2027 Churchill Fellowships

Applications for 2027 Churchill Fellowships are now open, offering people across the UK the chance to take a spark of an idea for making a difference and develop it through…

MORE THAN HALF OF BRITS HAVE BOOKED A HOLIDAY INSPIRED BY A NOVEL

Summer is a time of year when books are closely associated with holiday season – with many publishers and retailers putting forward their suggested lists of essential reads for summer…

UK THERAPY GUILD’S NEW COUNSELLOR COURSE STARTING THIS SEPTEMBER!

For people considering a new career in counselling, finding the right training is an important first step. Liverpool-based UK Therapy Guild Academy offers a part-time professional training programme designed to…