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Labour Party’s Welfare Reform: Impacts on Poverty and Vulnerable Populations

The Labour Party claimed that combatting poverty and defending the welfare state were their top priority.  What do you believe now? With the recent ideas of welfare reform?  This will impact the most vulnerable people and is this appropriate?  What did the Chancellor mean when she said, “ducked for too long, like the rising cost …

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Embrace Aging: Tips for a Vibrant, Healthy Life

Aging is an inevitable part of life. Growing older does not have to mean compromising on your quality of life.  A healthy old age is about maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being.  What can you do?  1. Prioritise Physical Health  Regular exercise can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen bones, and maintain muscle mass.  2. Keep your …

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HMPV Symptoms and Treatments: What You Need to Know

As you would anticipate this time of year there are increasing respiratory infections. Some people are nervous about the human metapneumovirus and that it may lead to another pandemic. However, health officials reassured the public by saying that, China and other countries are simply experiencing the seasonal increase in hMPV typically seen in winter.  As the …

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Overcoming Loneliness: Strategies for Connection

Loneliness is not the same as being alone.   Some people are content with little social contact and others may find that lonely.  Some people experience chronic loneliness.  Many of us feel lonely from time to time. Feelings of loneliness are personal, so everyone’s experience will be different.  You can have lots of social contact and …

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