World Health Organization’s “Depression: let’s talk” campaign

This short video, focusing on depression among adolescents and young adults, highlights some of the symptoms of depression and the importance of talking as the first step towards getting help. It has been produced as part of the World Health Organization’s “Depression: let’s talk” campaign.   […]

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World Health Organization’s “Depression: let’s talk” campaign

This short video, focusing on depression among adolescents and young adults, highlights some of the symptoms of depression and the importance of talking as the first step towards getting help. It has been produced as part of the World Health Organization’s “Depression: let’s talk” campaign.   […]

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NHS Five Year Forward View

As the NHS approaches its 70th anniversary the health service has published the plan setting out how it will deliver practical improvements in areas prized by patients and the public – cancer, mental health and GP access – while transforming the way that care is delivered to ease pressure on hospitals by helping frail and […]

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Helping people with hearing loss appreciate music

Music is all around us – in the wind, in the air, in the rain – and is an important part of our lives. Now, a new tool developed by a team of scientists, at the University of Southampton, can help people with severe hearing loss appreciate music. The computer-based Interactive Music Awareness Programme (IMAP) – […]

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Helping people with hearing loss appreciate music

Music is all around us – in the wind, in the air, in the rain – and is an important part of our lives. Now, a new tool developed by a team of scientists, at the University of Southampton, can help people with severe hearing loss appreciate music. The computer-based Interactive Music Awareness Programme (IMAP) – […]

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Avoid Holiday Heart Syndrome

The holidays are just around the corner and thousands of us will be heading to warmer climes for a relaxing break – but don’t become a victim of Holiday Heart Syndrome. This is the serious heart condition brought on by too much ‘holiday mood’ including binge drinking and exposure to excessive heat. It is thought […]

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Avoid Holiday Heart Syndrome

The holidays are just around the corner and thousands of us will be heading to warmer climes for a relaxing break – but don’t become a victim of Holiday Heart Syndrome. This is the serious heart condition brought on by too much ‘holiday mood’ including binge drinking and exposure to excessive heat. It is thought […]

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