Gogglebox’s Steph and Dom to host documentary on medicinal cannabis
Former Gogglebox stars Steph and Dom are set to present a documentary on the benefits of medicinal cannabis oil, exploring whether it can help their…
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Discussing MND: My Name’5 Doddie Weir
With 61 caps under his belt for Scotland’s national rugby team, Doddie Weir is not only adored, respected and admired on the pitch, but off it as well. On…
New assistance app to transform train journeys for disabled passengers
Network Rail is supporting a trial aimed at revolutionising passenger assistance while travelling by train.
M&S reveals “easy dressing” range for children with disabilities
Marks and Spencer has launched its “easy dressing” range for children with disabilities. The move is the first of its kind among high street brands,…
National Eye Health Week: a vision for the future
Macular disease is the biggest cause of blindness in the UK. We find out how it affects people young and old, and what you can…
World Alzheimer’s Day: The emotional impact of dementia care
From changes in personality to loss of identity, dementia can rob a person of their memories and experiences. The emotional impact can open the door to uncertainty…
World Alzheimer’s Day
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and today (21 September) is World Alzheimer’s Day. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia in the UK,…
Celebrating diversity during New York Fashion Week 2018
The world of fashion is slowly taking steps to inclusion of all body shapes and sizes. During this year’s legendary New York Fashion Week disabled…
The barber making a difference this World Suicide Prevention Day
Today, 10 September, is World Suicide Prevention Day. Every week in the UK, 84 men take their own lives, it is the largest killer of…
Channel 4 is highlighting the abusive comments left online to make people aware of their actions
Specially edited adverts that appear across Channel 4 have been edited to feature abusive comments posted about actors involved. The new adverts will be screened…
Let’s talk about mental health: it’s time to reach out
All week we’ve been discussing mental health ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day on Monday 10 September. Today we focus on the importance of reaching…
Can Do Sport: the growing trend of powerchair football
Powerchair pioneer, Jon Bolding is using his time as England captain to get more people playing powerchair football. As a Can Do Sport supporter, a…
Let’s talk about mental health: anxiety and panic attacks
September 10 is World Suicide Prevention, but it’s important that we talk about mental health all year round. All week we will be discussing mental health….
Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle taster experiences are coming to One Big Day Peterborough
New for 2018, disabled visitors to the Motability Scheme’s One Big Day event in Peterborough can experience what it’s like to travel in a Wheelchair…
Let’s talk about mental health: bipolar disorder
September 10 is Suicide Prevention Day worldwide, but it’s important that we talk about mental health all year round. All week we will be discussing mental…