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MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 2024

On May 7, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13 to 19 May, on the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”. Movement is important for our mental health. But so many of …

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WE DO NOT NEED A ‘NATIONAL CARE SERVICE’

On May 5, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Here is a full transcript of Helen Whately’s speech to the Directors of Adult Social Services. Good afternoon everyone, and thank you for your introduction. Before I say anything else, I would also like to …

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REFLECTING ON MY YOUNGER SELF’S ATTITUDE TOWARDS VISUAL IMPAIRMENT

On May 2, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

It’s been nine years since I clicked ‘publish’ on my very first blog post, a fact that feels quite surreal to write and one that has naturally sent me on my way down memory lane. …

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BULLYING OF SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

On April 30, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Bullying is aggressive behavior that targets individuals, causing harm and distress. When children with special needs experience bullying, it can be especially heartbreaking. It also presents unique challenges for parents and teachers of children who …

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IS GREEK YOGHURT GOOD FOR YOU?

On April 29, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Senior Dietitian Victoria Taylor explains the difference between Greek yogurt and other types of yogurt, and tells us how to spot added sugar. Yogurt is a nutritious dairy product that can be a tasty and …

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MORE THAN ONE MILLION HOUSEHOLDS WAITING FOR A HOME

On April 26, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

A new analysis of housing waiting list figures shows the average wait for a social housing property in England is five and a half years. The figures, released this week by the National Housing Federation …

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NEW RIGHTS FOR CARER’S LEAVE

On April 23, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

This week, the Carer’s Leave Act became UK law, bringing in new rights for unpaid carers who work. Until recently, unpaid carers didn’t have a right to time off from work for caring responsibilities. This …

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FROM CLASSROOMS TO HEADLINES

On April 23, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Ella Brown, ADJ CFJ Alumni proudly holding her CFJ qualification certificate Ella Brown, a student at the Academy for Disabled Journalists (ADJ), has recently achieved a significant milestone in her journalism journey. Passing the National …

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‘DWP’ HAS BEEN ACCUSED OF USING “THEATENING AND CRUEL” TACTICS

On April 19, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been accused of using “threatening and cruel” tactics against unpaid carers, with the threat of even higher fines if they challenge any penalties. The department has been …

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COULD INTERMITTENT FASTING BE PUTTING US AT RISK?

On April 18, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Can intermittent fasting double your risk of dying from heart problems? Some recent news reports state that limiting the time you eat could lead to a higher risk of dying from heart problems. BHF Senior …

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