Health & Beauty

Last week it was revealed that Neale-Wade Academy, a secondary school in Cambridgeshire, is facing backlash over a new policy requiring students and parents to provide 'medical proof' for period pains to be considered a ‘legitimate absence.’ The policy also states that they will not accept terms such as "unwell," "poorly," or "ill" as explanations for student absences, which has caused an uproar among students, parents, and the broader school community.

The strict new policy has highlighted concerns about the underdiagnosis of conditions that can cause severe symptoms. The NHS...

People affected by pregnancy and baby loss will be joining together in communities across the UK, in person and online, to take part in a range of activities to remember and talk about their babies this Baby Loss Awareness Week (9-15 October), helping to break the silence around pregnancy and baby loss that sadly still exists for many.

Half of UK adults have said that they, or someone they know, had experienced at least one form of pregnancy or baby loss.1 So it’s vital that everyone knows that they are not alone and that there is a community that understands and is here for them...

A bright, white smile can boost your confidence and make a lasting impression. However, with so many teeth whitening options available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming.

From professional treatments like laser teeth whitening to at-home kits, each method comes with its own benefits and drawbacks. In this article, we’ll explore the most popular teeth whitening options, their pros and cons, and help you decide which one is best for you.

Laser teeth whitening is one of the most advanced and effective whitening methods available....

A new community interest company – Inclusion Health Devon (IncluDe) has been awarded the contract to provide primary medical care services to the homeless and vulnerably housed in Exeter and Barnstaple.

Inclusion Health Devon took over the running of the Clock Tower Surgery in Exeter and has now established a permanent service at the Freedom Centre in Barnstaple, following the success of the previous pilot project.

They are a newly formed Community Interest Company (CIC) set up by clinicians (GPs and nurses) from both the Clock Tower Surgery in Exeter and Freedom Centre...