Nissan dealer Chorley Group wants to thank NHS staff and care workers who are helping us in these incredibly difficult times by halving the cost of car repairs and servicing. Local NHS staff and care workers who need repairs or servicing can take advantage of this offer by contacting their […]
Health
8 tips for healthy eating
1. Base your meals on higher fibre starchy carbohydrates Starchy carbohydrates should make up just over a third of the food you eat. They include potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and cereals. Choose higher fibre or wholegrain varieties, such as wholewheat pasta, brown rice or potatoes with their skins on. They contain more fibre […]
Coronavirus : Joint statement from the four Directors of Public Health for the Black Country
Council health leads in the Black Country have moved to reassure members of the public that plans are in place in the event of a coronavirus outbreak in the region. So far there have been no confirmed cases in the Black Country, however Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton councils are […]
Drug hope for people with chronic cough
Up to 10% of adults worldwide experience symptoms with no clear underlying cause. Some suffer for decades and there is currently no effective treatment. Researchers at the University of Manchester said a clinical trial resulted in a significant reduction in patients’ symptoms. Use honey first for a cough, new guidelines […]
‘Vegans need their own shelf in the office fridge’
The Vegan Society has shared suggested guidelines to help businesses look after their vegan staff. They range from offering vegan menus at events to providing vegan-friendly work-wear for people who want it. The charity wants vegans to be exempt from corporate events like horse racing or activities that might include cooking a […]
BTS ask fans to avoid their shows over coronavirus fears
The South Korean band are due to film several TV shows in Seoul this week, marking the release of their latest album, Map Of The Soul: 7. In an email to fan club members, they said the shows would go ahead, but without a studio audience. A press conference will […]
Children banned from heading footballs during training
Heading restrictions for all age groups under 18 were also announced with a graduated use between 12 and 16. The guidance, which will not yet apply in Wales, will affect training only. It follows Glasgow University research that showed former footballers were three-and-a-half times more likely to die from brain disease. […]
Stock markets tumble amid coronavirus fears
The UK’s FTSE 100 share index fell more than 3%, while in Italy, which has seen Europe’s worst outbreak of the virus, Milan’s stock market plunged 4.5%. Shares in airlines and travel firms have seen some of the biggest falls. In contrast, the price of gold hit its highest level […]
City given Dementia Friendly Community status for third year
Wolverhampton has once more been recognised as a dementia friendly city – demonstrating that organisations are working together to make people living with the condition feel better understood, respected and supported. The Alzheimer’s Society granted Wolverhampton Dementia Friendly Community Status for the third year running after recognising the work taking […]
Partnership work helps patients
A Well Wishers charity partnership with Enoch Evans LLP Solicitors for Make Your Will Fortnight has netted more than £1200. The cash generated through last November’s fundraiser will be used to transform a room on Ward 1 into a more homely environment, with a bed settee, tub chairs, coffee table […]