18 h. ago University Hospital Wishaw creating new frailty assessment unit

Staff are being recruited across a range of roles, including nurses, healthcare support workers, advanced nurse practitioners, pharmacists, allied health professionals and medical staff.

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69 h. ago ‘Sliding into an abyss’: experts warn over rising use of AI for mental health support

Therapists say they are seeing negative impacts of people increasingly turning to AI chatbots for helpVulnerable people turning to AI chatbots instead of professional therapists for mental health support could be “sliding into a dangerous abyss”, psychotherapists have warned.Psychotherapists and psychiatristssaid they were increasingly seeing negative impacts of AI chatbots being used for mental health, such as fostering emotional dependence, exacerbating anxiety symptoms, self-diagnosis, or amplifying delusional thought patterns, dark thoughts and suicide ideation. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Blind date: ‘She loves rock music and even knew the song lyrics on my arms – Nick Cave and Roberta Flack’

Bryn, a social worker, meets Jane, a mental health support worker. They are both 63What were you hoping for? To meet someone new, find some common ground and have a wonderful afternoon. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Madness star shares 'unbearable' health update as he's flooded with support

The 69-year-old was in "unbearable pain" which led to an MRI scan where the cancer was found

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3 d. ago Madness star says he's got incurable cancer in health bombshell as fans rush to support him

The 69-year-old said he had been left in ‘unbearable pain’ in his back and shoulders sparking an MRI scan

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4 d. ago DWP list of 23 health conditions that could get £362 a month support

Employment Support Allowance (ESA) is available if you have a disability or health condition that impacts how much you can work.

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6 d. ago Paisley mental health support service praised by users and watchdog

An RAMH service user told inspectors they'd be "lost" without the local service.

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7 d. ago Scotland's young people cannot wait any longer for mental health support

Record View says NHS bosses and politicians need to recognise the extent of the problem.

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9 d. ago Miriam Margolyes 'wants to be put down' if health deteriorates further in update

Harry Potter star Miriam Margolyes has shared her support for assisted dying after sharing her health conditions - including the need for knee surgery that she fears she would not survive

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1 week ago North Lanarkshire Council’s arts development team and Coatbridge's Summerlee Museum announce Music in the Museum return

This vibrant programme of live music events is designed to support creative health, community connection and cultural celebration.

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1 week ago Common kitchen ingredient 'may reduce cholesterol and help heart health'

Ginger is not only a zesty addition to both sweet and savoury dishes, but boasts a wealth of medicinal properties, including the ability to slash cholesterol levels and support heart health among others

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1 week ago When US prison healthcare companies went bust, victims’ families kept fighting

The Guardian examined several cases that played out in bankruptcy court, where a series of unlikely events led to an unusual victoryWhen Jennifer Casey Norred attempted suicide at Leon county jail in Tallahassee, Florida, medical staff didn’t take her to the emergency room or provide mental health support. Instead, they strapped her to a chair for 24 hours, according to jail records. The jail’s own policy requires that restraint chairs only be used as a last resort, and not for more than two hours.It was the kind of policy violation that has become more common nationwide since two private-equity backed prison health companies, Corizon and Wellpath, have come to dominate the industry, experts say. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Tradies descend on Sussex in show of support amid industry's mental health crisis

Fix Radio, a UK radio station aimed at those working in the trade and building industry workers, has launched FixFest, a music festival for builders - thought to be the first of its kind.

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2 w. ago Michael Barrymore, 73, reveals shock health diagnosis that led to mini strokes as he reaches out to fans for support in heartbreaking post

The comedian, 73, was previously one of the UK's top stars but his decades long career ended after the death of Stuart Lubbock in 2001 following a party at his Essex home.

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2 w. ago DWP full list of 22 medical conditions qualifying for up to £200 a week

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is a benefit for those with health conditions

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2 w. ago Health chiefs claim disability support won't be affected by moving Renfrewshire centre

Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) revealed proposals earlier this year to move the services delivered by the centre to the three new hubs

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3 w. ago Sign up for Alzheimer Scotland’s Memory Walk 2025 fundraiser

Event takes place on Sunday, September 7, and will raise vital funds to support dementia care, research and improvements in brain health.

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3 w. ago Tributes to 'truly caring and thoughtful' man after sudden death

Mark Lupton worked tirelessly to support the deaf community and advocate for mental health support in Salford, on top of his day job at Healthwatch Salford

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3 w. ago Drug dubbed "Viagra for women" to be launched to give women sex life back after menopause

Myregyna inventor Dr Iona Weir said it has been proven in trials to "improve sexual response and sexual function" in women over 50 and support sexual and genital health during and after menopause

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3 w. ago Red Dwarf legend gives health update and worried fans give support

The 65-year-old has now given an update on his health after cancelling public appearances

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