Christie Harnett (pictured), 17, and a young mother identified as Patient X, both took their own lives while under the care of Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust.
Christie Harnett died at West Lane Hospital, Middlesbrough, in June 2019. The Care Quality Commission has prosecuted the trust responsible for her care
Conservative MP Dan Poulter has defected to Labor in the latest blow to Rishi Sunak's government. The former health secretary, who works part-time as a doctor, said that as a Tory he had found it “increasingly difficult to look his NHS colleagues in the eye”. He claimed the Conservatives were not prioritizing public services and said they no longer had a "compassionate attitude towards supporting the disadvantaged in society". Dr. Poulter added that he had “no animosity” towards Rishi Sunak but...
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett, CNN Political Commentator S.E. Cupp and CNN Senior Political Commentators David Urban and Ana Navarro join CNN’s Dana Bash to discuss the jokes and jabs of the 2024 White House Correspondents dinner.
Mental health and wellness matters. That was the message on Wednesday at East Lansing high school where a mental health and wellness summit was held.
This week millions of Americans were held hostage by pro-terrorist protesters blocking critical infrastructure in major cities across the country. Americans were prevented from getting to and from airports, crossing bridges, and picking up kids—their very freedom of movement was stolen by anti-Semites participating in the planned protest calling for destroying Israel and "Death to America." And one political party helped fund the effort.
As a psychologist and Founder at Private Therapy Clinic, I have seen first hand the incredible impact that dogs can have on a person's mental health. Dogs are not just furry companions; they are also powerful allies in promoting emotional well-being and overall happiness. One of the key ways in which dogs can improve mental health is through their ability to reduce stress and anxiety. Spending time with a dog has been shown to lower levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, and increase levels of...
When Garth Stevenson, a nature musician and composer, carried his 6-foot-tall double bass instrument with him to Antarctica, he had a life-changing experience when he imitated whale calls on his instrument. He ended up drawing 12 sei whales to the edge of the icebreaker where he stood making music. Having grown up in the mountains of Western Canada, Stevenson has always connected his music to nature, but this experience in Antarctica revealed the two-way connection between humans and our natural...
When it comes to maintaining good health and wellness, it can be expensive and challenging to track down the right products, particularly for women. Love Wellness was founded by The Hills star Lo Bosworth, who wanted to give consumers access to doctor-developed supplements and wellness products that work. Founded in 2016, Love Wellness is a women’s wellness brand focused on safe and effective solutions for common issues across vaginal, gut and brain health. Its goal is to eliminate the stigma...
As a psychologist and founder at Private Therapy Clinic, I often recommend the great outdoors as a powerful tool for improving mental health. The benefits of spending time in nature are numerous, and Derry is close to many picturesque camping spots that are perfect for rejuvenating the mind, body, and soul. One of the key mental health benefits of camping is its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. The serene beauty of nature, the peaceful sounds of the forest, and the fresh air can all work...
Recent studies have indicated that trust in public health services has declined.
When you walk into a financial adviser’s office, you expect them to put your best interests above all else — in the same way a doctor would, rather than, say, a car salesperson. But many people don’t realize that the rules financial professionals must follow vary, depending on where they work and what products they’re selling. One of those federal regulations, which governs retirement plans, was just tightened: The Biden administration announced new rules Tuesday that will require more...