Families urged to get resilient to help vulnerable young people
Did you know that only 10% of children in the UK play in natural spaces and today’s young people…
Use mindful eating to help ditch yo-yo dieting for good
Words by Claire Sankey. In January we’re often bombarded with messages about losing weight and the latest diet. If you…
Are you aware of Raynaud’s – a condition worsened by the cold?
AS the south west continues to endure frezzing temperatures, people are being urged to be aware of a little-known…
Strep A fears prompt surge in GP appointments, health group says
GPs across the south of England have been inundated with worried parents following the increase in cases of Strep…
Taking care of our mental health over the festive season
Wiltshire Mind offers advice for looking after our mental health at this time of year. Christmas can feel like a…
Care home and eyecare specialists take a closer look at dementia
Not-for-profit care provider The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) and eye care specialists Haine & Smith have…
Why seasonal affective disorder: is more than just the ‘winter blues’
At this time of year, you might hear people talking about seasonal affective disorder, or SAD for short. More…
Harnessing your breath can help you manage fight or flight response
Words and photo by Claire Sankey. THE stress response (‘fight or flight’) is how our body prepares us for danger….
Local charity awarded grant to provide counselling to young people
DO you know a young person who needs help with their mental health? The Wiltshire Council Salisbury Area Board has…
Running for Movember, mental health and to raise awareness
Words by Cllr Rich Rogers, Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley Division. AS I have grown older, I have started to…