Nurses are the backbone to our society, providing invaluable care and support to people both in and out of hospital. On International Nurses Day, we speak with learning disability nurse and academic, Helen Laverty MBE.
BBC One’s Line of Duty captivated the UK over the last seven weeks, and star of the show Tommy Jessop has answered fan questions.
Cross-party leaders of the Local Government Association have written an open letter to Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak on the importance of urgent social care reform and funding.
In January, 10,000 women and people with a cervix across London were invited to trial self-sampling cervical screening kits. The trial looks set to modernise cervical screenings, providing an additional option to receiving a vital test.
Ahead of Foster Care Fortnight, run by The Fostering Network, one disabled foster carer shares her experience of why she cares to encourage others to get involved.
BBC One soap, Eastenders is set to air emotional scenes as character Isaac experiences schizophrenia and mental illness.
In a year of shielding and staying indoors, the anticipation and apprehension that comes with restrictions lifting can impact our mental health. Near or far, venturing into the great outdoors can release endorphins to boost your mood.
Summer is just around the corner, with longer days, lighter nights and warm weather it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the natural beauty on our doorsteps. It’s time to get outside for an accessible walk.
The pandemic has had a lasting impact on people living with dementia, with new NHS figures for England revealing that initial assessments and monitoring for dementia has decreased sharply.
This Thursday, 6 May 2021, elections will take place across Scotland, England and Wales. We look at the importance of voting and what accessible information is available to support you.
May marks Stroke Awareness Month, but this year the Stroke Association’s Make May Purple campaign has been replaced for an important reason: the damaging effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on stroke research.
As more people throughout the UK are invited to get the vaccine against the coronavirus, Mencap service user and campaigner Brendan writes about getting his first dose and urges people with a learning disability to get vaccinated.
A research project, funded by charity Alzheimer’s Society, is recruiting professional rugby players in hopes of better understanding the risk of dementia.
As we emerge from lockdown, Leonard Cheshire is highlighting new research that shows language is an active and passive barrier in the connection between disabled and non-disabled people.
Formula 1 presenter and British racing driver, Billy Monger has received a Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Pro sports car, set to support him during a unique para sport challenge.