wellness

Groundbreaking Study on Severe Mental Illness in the UK

Thousands of people living with severe mental illness across England and Wales are being invited to take part in a groundbreaking new research programme that aims to transform how conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder and major depression are diagnosed and treated. Severe mental illness affects millions of people worldwide and is often linked […]

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Men’s Health Strategy: A Call for Public Input

Last month the Government called for evidence to inform the development of a Men’s Health Strategy. It is not a formal consultation but seeks views from the public as well as professionals.  They are seeking views on health-related topics including education and behaviour, work and experience of health care.  The Men’s Health Strategy will form

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Rising Mortality Rates in the UK: An Urgent Public Health Concern

Over the past decade, the United Kingdom has experienced a disturbing trend: rising mortality rates and stagnating life expectancy. The UK has a long-standing public health system and significant medical resources, this is a cause for national concern.  Life expectancy in the UK has plateaued. Last year, 2024, rates returned to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. However,

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Depression: Multifaceted Causes and Tailored Treatments

Depression is a disabling and treatable illness. Getting the right treatment swiftly is necessary to avoid longer term challenges.  Depression affects how you think, feel, and function. It can present in many ways, such as fatigue, hopelessness, irritability, lack of interest in things you used to enjoy, trouble sleeping, and physical symptoms like headaches or stomach problems. 

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