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Fostering Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities in the EU

People with disabilities often face a myriad of challenges when realising their right to health; Markaya Henderson from the European Disability Forum tells us why more must be done to promote disability-inclusive healthcare.

What is the difference between cannabidiol and THC?

Dr Diana Gall (MD), GP at Doctor4U tells us the difference between cannabidiol and THC.

“Don’t do it alone”: Mental health advice from the over-50s

What would you tell your younger self? Here, some over 50's give their experienced mental health advice to younger people.

Acquired Brain Injury care undergoes changes in England

Ruth Smith, COO at Christchurch Group, applauds England's 27 Major Trauma Centres provision of rehabilitation prescriptions for Acquired Brain Injury care.

How is technology impacting the future of care homes?

In this article, Silas Campbell at Blueleaf identifies and discusses the ways in which technology is impacting and enhancing the way care homes are run; from smart home integration to robots helping to fight loneliness.

How can IDD Therapy help unresolved back pain and sciatica?

In this article, Mark Webb MCSP, AACP, Broad Oaks Health Clinic, looks into IDD Therapy - a new way to help unresolved back pain and sciatica.

WHO sends help to flooded populations across Africa

Erratic 2019 weather patterns have created increased flooded populations, bringing the sinister risk of water-borne diseases.

New NHS innovation to reduce hospital delays

The new NHS tool ActNow is an e-learning platform for health service and care staff to reduce hospital delays.

Report reveals use of chemical restraints in aged care

The Royal Commission of Inquiry’s report questions why Australia allowed use of chemical restraints in aged care.

How can you support a loved one who is battling with mental health issues?

Making the first move in reaching out to a loved one who is suffering with their mental health will make the world of difference to their wellbeing. Here, we discuss how best to approach the subject and how you can offer support.

UK aid to help vaccinate 400 million children against polio

International Development Secretary Alok Sharma has pledged new UK aid support to help vaccinate more than 400 million children a year against polio.

WHO expert panel creates plan for digital tech use

The World Health Organization have launched a plan on digital tech use to meet global public health needs.

Modern male pressures: UK encouraged to get behind Movember

As Movember gets underway and men across the country begin their momentous moustache marathon, new research from Gillette reveals the importance of having conversations about male pressures.

UAE: Prisoners do not have access to HIV treatment

Here, Human Rights Watch discuss how United Arab Emirates (UAE) prison authorities are limiting access to HIV treatment for non-national prisoners.

Public back NHS plans for new fast treatment

England’s top doctor has welcomed public support for NHS proposals on fast treatment for those who need it in A&E.

£26 million awarded to implement digital prescriptions in hospitals

25 NHS trusts will receive a share of the £26 million to replace outdated paper systems and introduce digital prescriptions.

100,000 patients to receive personal health budgets under changed law

Everyone eligible for an NHS wheelchair and people who require aftercare services under section 117 of the Mental Health Act will have access to personal health budgets.

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