A molecule targeting inflammation in the brain could play a role in treating Alzheimer’s disease
A molecule targeting one of the sources of inflammation in the brain could play a role in treating diseases of the brain including Alzheimer's... read more
16.02.2015 • By Alzheimer’s Society
New study about 'skunk'-induced psychosis - Rethink Mental Illness response
A new study by the Institute of Psychiatry suggests that 24% of new cases of psychosis are resulting from use of high potency 'skunk-like'... read more
15.02.2015 • By Rethink
CQC publish information on the use of hidden cameras in health and social care settings
CQC publish information on the use of hidden cameras in health and social care settings The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will tomorrow (Thursday... read more
12.02.2015 • By Alzheimer’s Society
Two out of Ten people feel businesses know their rights when it comes to Lasting Power of Attorney
Only 22 per cent of people affected by dementia feel that businesses and organisations understand a person's rights around Lasting Power of... read more
11.02.2015 • By Alzheimer’s Society
Internet Safety Day 2015: Autism Campaigner subjected to vile trolling on Twitter
A leaked memo by Twitter's Chief Executive, Dick Costolo, has admitted that the company "sucks" when it comes to dealing with abuse and trolling... read more
09.02.2015 • By Kevin Healey
Maintaining a healthy relationship with your partner
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, relationships are a hot topic of conversation at the moment. You may be in the midst of a blossoming... read more
09.02.2015 • By British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Love Your Gloves for Raynaud's Awareness Month!
Do you know someone whose hands always feel cold? Do their hands and fingers sometimes go blue or white and then red and sore? PLEASE DON'T IGNORE... read more
09.02.2015 • By Pressat Wire
Julianne Moore leads the way at BAFTA awards
Julianne Moore added a BAFTA to her collection of prestigious awards today (Sunday 8 February 2015), having been awarded 'Best Actress in a... read more
08.02.2015 • By Alzheimer’s Society
Autism Campaigner hit's out at lack of support from Twitters C.E.O
Kevin Healey, Autism campaigner in the UK, is very frustrated by the lack of support from Twitter HQ after nearly a two year extended campaign to... read more
05.02.2015 • By Kevin Healey
BACP's reaction to yesterday's National Suicide Prevention Alliance conference
The National Suicide Prevention Alliance , a cross-sector coalition of organisations in England of which BACP is a steering group member, held... read more
04.02.2015 • By British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
1 in 2 people to develop cancer - Breakthrough Breast Cancer response to new figures from Cancer Research
In response to figures released from Cancer Research UK that one in two people will develop cancer during their lifetime, Dr Christopher... read more
04.02.2015 • By Pressat Wire
Vegan athlete in World Record attempt - in a cow suit!
NEWS RELEASE IMMEDIATE: 3 FEBRUARY 2015 VEGAN ATHLETE IN WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT - IN A COW SUIT Fiona Oakes, vegan and holder of three... read more
03.02.2015 • By The Vegan Society
It’s Time to Talk about counselling and psychotherapy
Thursday 5 February 2015 is Time to Talk Day , when people across the UK are encouraged to take five minutes out of their day to have a... read more
03.02.2015 • By British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Tackle child obesity with plants, says The Vegan Society
Healthy weight as a vegan is not exclusive to adults. Plant-based diets can help children too, says The Vegan Society. The experts at the BDA -... read more
02.02.2015 • By The Vegan Society
Rethink Mental Illness response to Monitor statement on NHS funding
Health regulator Monitor, which sets national prices for NHS services, has today announced it is postponing the introduction of a proposed 1.5%... read more
29.01.2015 • By Rethink
Cereals Still Stuffed With Sugar
Summary: Manufacturers claim to be improving the nation's breakfast but in fact the highest sugar containing cereals have either increased or... read more
28.01.2015 • By Pressat Wire
On This Day 76 Years Ago the British Polio Fellowship Was Formed
On 29 January 1939 The British Polio Fellowship was formed, meaning today the charity enters its 76th year helping and supporting those living... read more
28.01.2015 • By Pressat Wire
Water Birth Safety Initiative Launched
London January 27, 2015 For Immediate Release Water Birth Safety Initiative Launched Following recent reports of preventable water birth... read more
27.01.2015 • By Active Birth Pools
Zsuzsanna Jakab Appointed WHO Regional Director for Europe for Second Term
Copenhagen and Geneva, 27 January 2015 - WHO's Executive Board, currently holding its 136th session in Geneva, has appointed Dr Zsuzsanna Jakab,... read more
27.01.2015 • By Pressat Wire
GOC Publishes Findings from Its Standards Review Call for Evidence
The General Optical Council (GOC) has today published its findings from the Call for Evidence as part of its strategic standards review. The... read more
26.01.2015 • By Pressat Wire
Alarming backlog of applications for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
here has been a sharp increase in the number of applications for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLs) according to a report issued today... read more
26.01.2015 • By Alzheimer’s Society
ClouAds: Local In-store video advertising for every budget
London, UK. For Immediate Release. (www.clouads.com) ClouAds is the latest innovation in video advertising. The company offers a new approach... read more
22.01.2015 • By Clouads Ltd
Autism Campaigner calling for Action on Social Media Giants Twitter
Autism Campaigner calling for Action on Social Media Giants Twitter It has been over a year ago since Kevin Healey reported vile abusive... read more
21.01.2015 • By Kevin Healey
New Government Suicide Prevention Strategy Must Be Adequately Funded
19 January 2015 – Today's government call for more to be done to prevent suicides must be applied in equal measure to children, young people and... read more
20.01.2015 • By Pressat Wire
Out of Home International and Salford Community Leisure encourage residents to get active and join their local gym
Out of Home International are pleased to be working with Salford Community Leisure on a new two-week campaign to promote their great value gym... read more
19.01.2015 • By Out of Home International
Skipta and Tiger Hill Healthcare Form International Joint Venture
Joint Venture Drives International Expansion of Healthcare Social Networks Skipta LLC, a leading developer of social networks for specialized... read more
19.01.2015 • By Tiger Hill Capital
A protein activated by the cold could lead to breakthrough Alzheimer’s treatment, study finds
A protein activated in response to the cold can prevent the loss of connections between brain cells in neurodegenerative diseases, reports a study... read more
14.01.2015 • By Alzheimer’s Society
NATIONWIDE STUDY REVEALS WE ARE A NATION OF ADDICTS
Nearly three quarters of UK population admits to at least one compulsive habit THE human mind comes under increased scrutiny today as initial... read more
14.01.2015 • By Mark Casey
CANCER DRUGS FUND DELISTING: BREAKTHROUGH BREAST CANCER RESPONDS
We are relieved to learn that three of the six breast cancer drugs – Kadcyla, Perjeta and Avastin – that were considered for delisting will remain... read more
13.01.2015 • By Pressat Wire
EU vote means UK Government must protect our right to grow and eat GM free
12 January 2015 EU vote means UK Government must protect our right to grow and eat GM free Press contact: Liz O'Neill, liz@gmfreeze.org ,... read more
12.01.2015 • By GM Freeze
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