The Public Accounts Committee – 29th July 2020 The Government’s “slow, inconsistent, and at times negligent approach” to social care in the Covid-19 pandemic has exposed the “tragic impact” of “years of inattention, funding cuts …
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SIBLINGS STILL FACING SIGNIFICANT CHALLENGES
From ‘SIBS’ As lockdown measures are eased further, we know that many siblings continue to face significant challenges during the coronavirus outbreak. We are here for you and your families. Remember you are not alone …
Continue readingTHE BRITISH LUNG FOUNDATION: COVID-19 AND AIR POLLUTION
From the ‘British Lung Foundation’ Like we’ve all come together to fight COVID-19, we now need to come together to fight another invisible threat – air pollution. Using our simple tool, email your MP and …
Continue readingABI STEVENS LAUNCHES HER PROJECT TO EMPOWER THE CHRONICALLY ILL
Cambridge artist, Abi Stevens, launches a project to empower the chronically ill Illustrator Abi Stevens, 31, is creating enamel pins for various chronic illnesses. ‘Chronic Warrior’ enamel pin The pins will help raise awareness and …
Continue readingJO’S CERVICAL CANCER TRUST: MAKING SENSE OF THE NEW NORMAL
From ‘Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust’ We’re all getting used to a ‘new normal’ at the moment as we venture out of lockdown… even if that is changing quickly! Cervical screening (smear tests), colposcopy and all …
Continue readingFROM THE ‘BRITISH LUNG FOUNDATION’ – SHOULD I WEAR A FACE COVERING?
From the ‘British Lung Foundation’ “You’ve probably heard a lot recently about face coverings and how from today, Friday 24 July, in England, you’ll need to wear one in shops. This guidance is already in …
Continue readingWE ARE UNDEFEATABLE!
From the ‘British Lung Foundation’ “As part of the ‘We are Undefeatable’ campaign we want to inspire and support everyone with a long-term health condition to be more active.” “Whether you’re shielding, self-isolating or social …
Continue readingHAS LOCKDOWN WORSENED THE EFFECTS OF DEMENTIA?
Deaths linked to dementia are continuing to rise, as charity workers warn that coronavirus has had a knock-on-effect on people with the condition. Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are the most common pre-existing conditions in the …
Continue readingLET’S BRIGHTEN UP 2020
From ‘Young Minds’ Let’s come together for#HelloYellow “At a time when it’s needed most, let’s come together for #HelloYellow on Friday 9th October and join thousands of others in wearing yellow for World mental Health Day and …
Continue readingMENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION: THRIVING WITH NATURE
From the ‘Mental Health Foundation’ “I am writing because we are launching a new guidebook which explores the relationship between nature, wellbeing and mental health. The ‘Mental Health Foundation’ is proud to have joined forces …
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