New Essex Mental Health Urgent Care Units for 2026
Essex is set to open two new Mental Health Urgent Care Units in Harlow and Colchester by summer 2026, providing rapid, therapeutic support in crisis and easing pressure on A&E.
Essex is set to open two new Mental Health Urgent Care Units in Harlow and Colchester by summer 2026, providing rapid, therapeutic support in crisis and easing pressure on A&E.
A former paper mill site in Rishton's Green Belt is proposed for a 134-container self-storage complex. Greyfriars Assets seeks Hyndburn Council approval for the development.
Plans for a new Urgent Treatment Centre at Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield have been confirmed to tackle 'inadequate' facilities, but local councillors raise significant parking concerns.
Fabco Group progresses second phase at Pencoed Technology Park, offering 16 new freehold units. The scheme targets local SMEs and is set for March completion. Discover the opportunities.
Bridge Builders Wellbeing launches monthly Parents' Wellbeing Gatherings in Nottingham, starting with a coffee morning on January 23. A supportive community for parents of pre-teens and teens.
Stef Scurr credits the Margaret Oates Mother and Baby Unit with saving her life from severe postnatal depression. Her story led to a new campaign for better perinatal care. Discover her journey.
AutoBrew bar in Birmingham partners with Talk Club charity to host mental fitness nights for men, starting January 20. Events aim to combat high male suicide rates.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
The long-vacant Beales department store in Lowestoft is on the market for £895,000, years after closure and a council flats plan stalled. Read the full story.
Amazon shoppers are praising a £9.98 self-love colouring book for its mental health benefits, calling it 'great for anxiety'. Discover the top-rated stress-relief tools for January.
A new Neko Health clinic offering 360-degree body scans is launching in Birmingham. Founded by Spotify's CEO, it screens for health risks instantly. Here's what you need to know.
Opera legend Sir Bryn Terfel launches a call for entries to find Wales's unsung social care heroes. Nominations for the 2026 Wales Care Awards close on January 31.
Eliz Hussein of Visiting Angels North Kent has been named Caregiver of the Year for the South East, celebrated for her exceptional compassion and dedication. Discover her inspiring story.
Anthony Trubridge, 28, from Maesteg, transformed his mental health through Ultra White Collar Boxing, raising funds for Movember. Read his inspiring journey from rock bottom to the ring.
West Midlands Police urgently seek public help to find Zafinya, 10, missing from Solihull since lunchtime. Temperatures are set to plummet below zero. Call 999 if seen.
Police are urgently searching for Barry Forrester, 45, missing from Evesham. He has a hand injury requiring medical attention. Call 999 with information.
Struggling with sleep? A therapist shares four practical, science-backed methods to improve sleep quality, enhance your circadian rhythm, and protect your physical and mental health. Start sleeping better tonight.
A Slough volunteer group, Living in Harmony, provides free holistic support for managing long-term conditions. Join their community sessions focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Call 07846312831 for details.
Cher McSwiggan, a mum from Smith's Wood, runs a unique sensory-aware hair salon from her conservatory for people with additional needs and mental health challenges, offering gentle de-matting and life-changing support.
As Dry January approaches, discover eight practical NHS strategies to help you cut down on drinking and stay within the recommended 14-unit weekly limit. Start your healthier year today.
The NHS has revised its stance on alcohol, stating no level is 'safe'. Learn the new 14-unit weekly limit and the serious long-term health risks, including cancer. Get tips to cut down.
The NHS issues an urgent appeal for donors as blood stocks run low. Over 2,700 appointments need filling before New Year's Eve to save lives.
Louisa Williams, a peer worker at EPUT, uses her own mental health journey to support patients. Discover how lived experience is reshaping care in Essex.
Private health scans from Scan.com offer a proactive approach to wellness in 2026. With prices from £95, get fast results for injuries, screenings, or full-body MRI checks. Take control of your health now.
Health leaders in mid and south Essex urge residents to call NHS 111 for urgent dental appointments, avoiding busy emergency departments. New direct booking system speeds up access to care.
Health leaders in mid and south Essex advise calling NHS 111 for urgent dental issues like severe toothache. New direct booking system provides faster access to 700,000 extra appointments nationwide.
West Midlands Police urge the public to call 999 if they see 15-year-old Miriam, missing from Sheldon. She was last seen wearing a black puffer coat and leggings.
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
Discover how dedicated staff from Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are working over Christmas to bring joy and support to patients in wards and care homes across Essex.
Jamie Cole, 25, died after falling from a hotel balcony. A coroner found his carer's responses 'inappropriate' but ruled no gross failures. Read his mother's heartbreaking statement.