An “alarming’ number of working Mothers in the UK are silently suffering from psychological problems, a study suggests. A survey of 2,000 working mothers found 34% suffer unmanageable levels of anxiety and stress due to the pressure caused by taking care of children and having a job. Almost half (46%) experience severe anxiety when comparing […]
Responding to the latest report from the Medical Protection Society on burnout among doctors, Sue Covill, director of development and employment at NHS Employers, said: “We know our staff undertake heroic work on a daily basis, but we must remember they are human, too. The findings and recommendations of the report highlight the challenging conditions […]
New cases of mouth cancer in the United Kingdom have risen to a record high, according to the findings of a new report. Figures collected by the Oral Health Foundation show that 8,337 people in the UK were diagnosed with the disease last year. This has increased by nearly two-thirds (64%) since 2007. New cases […]
An international team of researchers have put forward a position statement, published in Science, which lays out a new healthcare framework to help aging populations stay healthier for longer. The statement is a ‘call to action’ to governments, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the scientific and medical community to come together and develop the […]
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Autumn in the UK heralds the start of firework season where there are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. This year many shops and supermarkets are voluntarily choosing not to sell fireworks for private displays. It is far safer to attend a public […]
Fireworks are exciting and eagerly anticipated by many people, yet for the majority of pets it can be a stressful and dangerous time. Pets have no idea that it is Bonfire night, New Year or some other celebration. All they know is that the world around them has suddenly become frightening and unpredictable. This year […]
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The British Liver Trust has warned that damage to the liver caused by alcohol and unhealthy lifestyles is leading to an increase in liver cancer diagnoses in the UK. In just ten years, the incidence of liver cancer has increased by 60% and currently 16 people every day are diagnosed with the disease. Most cases […]
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· Benefits can be seen in as little as 2 weeks · Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is non-invasive · Patients from abroad can access treatment lasting 2 weeks, avoiding lengthy stays in London · The Wellbeing Centre has successfully treated patients for depression using TMS · Drugs for depression don’t suit everyone, says Centre’s medical director […]