Who was Brian Thompson, the US healthcare insurance chief executive who was shot and killed in Manhattan? He had been receiving threats relating to medical “coverage”. Mr Thompson was shot in the back by a masked assailant on 4 December 2024, as he was walking into a hotel where the company, he led was holding …
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The importance of flu vaccinations is to be considered especially for those at risk of severe illness or complications of a flu illness. Flu can lead to complications and hospitalisation. Vaccination is the most effective way to protect against flu. The flu, or influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe …
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A social activation movement is a grassroots or global initiatives aimed at creating awareness, sparking dialogue, and inspiring action. These movements often begin with a specific cause, utilising platforms like social media to spread their message and rally supporters. Unlike traditional forms of activism, which may rely on localised or physical gatherings, social activation movements …
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Assisted dying, is complex and contentious. While proponents argue it offers a compassionate option for those suffering unbearable pain, opponents raise serious ethical concerns. The UK Parliament is debating MP Kim Leadbeater’s assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales this month with a vote next week, 29th November 2024. The i newspaper reported that 54% …
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Every November men grow moustaches for charities raising money for men’s health, including men’s mental health which requires urgent attention. Here is why.. Four in five suicides are by men, with suicide the biggest cause of death for men under 35. In 2022, men aged 40 to 54 had the highest suicide rates in …
Natural disasters—like hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, and floods—leave physical destruction that is visible and immediate. However, they also deeply affect mental well-being, creating a hidden aftermath that can linger long after the event itself has passed. When a natural disaster strikes, it disrupts people’s lives. Many are forced to confront loss: of loved ones, homes, communities, and …
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What does the money raised in the budget mean to health and how will the tax rises affect those working in health and social care? From next April, employers will have to pay NI at 15% on salaries above £5,000, instead of 13.8% on salaries above £9,100 currently. The NHS and rest of the public …
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The UK budget is on 30th October 2024. The Nuffield Trust has said, the NHS requires an uplift of 3.6% just to stand still. The NHS in England is heading for an unfunded overspend of £4.8bn this financial year. The impact of follows on from transfers from the Department of Health and Social Care budget …
England has not banned smacking whereas it has been in Scotland and Wales. It was banned in Scotland on 7th November 2020 and 21st March 2022 in Wales. In Scotland this was a revision of The Children (Equal Protection from Assault) (Scotland) Act 2019 the law change removed the “reasonable chastisement”. In wales, (Abolition of Defence of …
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Pilgrimage has been an essential part of human culture, transcending geographical, religious, and cultural boundaries. The pilgrimage is a profound spiritual practice that offers numerous benefits for those who embark on the journey. It has religious and spiritual dimensions. Pilgrimage leads to growth, fostering both mental and physical well-being. Pilgrimage is a sacred journey. It …
