Free TV Licences for Over-75s With Pension Credit
State pensioners aged 75 and over can get a free TV Licence if they or their partner receive Pension Credit. The benefit also unlocks other support worth up to £4,300 a year.
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Fish Oil Supplements Fail to Protect Brain Health
A new study reveals fish oil supplements offer no protection against brain decline, despite omega-3s reaching the brain. Researchers found no improvement in memory or prevention of cell loss in older adults at risk of dementia.
Mum brain damage after misdiagnosis with paracetamol
Delores Bart, 56, from Wolverhampton was sent home with paracetamol after collapsing. A brain bleed went undetected for 12 days, leaving her unable to speak and with right-side paralysis.
Best Insect Repellents and Bug Zappers for Summer
Boots offers buy one get second half price on healthcare, plus 20% off online. Jungle Formula bundles from £21. Incognito spray at £9.99. Bug zappers from £23.99.
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Prince of Wales Praises Wales Air Ambulance at 25th Gala
The Prince of Wales hailed the Wales Air Ambulance Charity's lifesaving work at its 25th anniversary gala, celebrating 57,000 missions and raising £180,000.
Tried Dentist-Approved Electric Toothbrush; Won't Go Back
A Birmingham journalist tried an electric toothbrush with a clever travel case, finding it superior to manual brushing. The device, recommended by dentists, offers a deep clean and compact design.
NHS expands RSV jab to at-risk adults aged 65-74 from Sept 2026
From 1 September 2026, the NHS will expand RSV vaccination to adults aged 65-74 in certain clinical at-risk groups, following JCVI advice. GP surgeries must offer 100% uptake.
Lisa Faulkner Shares Breast Cancer Surgery, Urges Mammograms
TV presenter Lisa Faulkner, 54, underwent surgery for early-stage breast cancer two weeks ago. She urges women not to skip mammograms, crediting the NHS for early detection.
Grant Funds New Flooring for Disability Support Centre
A grant from Chalk Cliff Trust has funded new commercial-grade vinyl flooring at Duckyls Farm's community room, creating a safer, more accessible space for adults with learning disabilities and additional needs.
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Sick Note Rule Changes for England Workers in July
Sick note rules change in July with four pilots across England, including Birmingham, testing personalised 'stay in work' plans to replace the current system.
State Pensioners Get Free TV Licences Faster Under DWP Change
State pensioners will receive free BBC TV licences sooner after a DWP rule change, reducing the wait from nine to eight years from next April.
Seven children ill after swimming in River Dart sewage spill
At least seven children suffered vomiting and stomach illness after swimming in Devon's River Dart, where South West Water had discharged untreated sewage for 16 hours days earlier.
Transplant Patient Turned Physio Joins Games Medical Team
Sian Emmett, a physiotherapy student who survived two transplants, will serve as a therapist at the Westfield Health British Transplant Games, transitioning from patient to practitioner.
Melanie Sykes Alopecia: Expert on Signs and Treatments
Melanie Sykes shares alopecia journey. Trichologist Anabel Kingsley explains signs, causes, and treatments of alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition causing sudden hair loss.
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Black Country Man Shocked by Rare Liver Disease Diagnosis
Connor Armstrong, 22, from Oldbury, was diagnosed with rare Seronegative Autoimmune Hepatitis at age 15. He now raises funds for the British Liver Trust by running the Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon.
Chris Packham boycotts Pret over chicken welfare
Chris Packham has vowed never to set foot in Pret A Manger again after the chain refused to sign the Better Chicken Commitment, citing cost concerns.
Frankie Dettori Hospitalized After Car Flips in Crash
Racing legend Frankie Dettori was taken to hospital with broken ribs and a broken thumb after his car was struck and flipped in Newmarket, Suffolk, on Wednesday evening.
NHS Approves New Migraine Drug Atogepant
NICE has approved atogepant for acute migraine treatment in adults, offering relief to millions. The drug is recommended when standard treatments fail, with clinical trials showing a quarter of patients pain-free after two hours.
Gynaecologist-Recommended Boots Product Sells Out Five Times
83% of women experience intimate dryness. A gynaecologist recommends NAYDAYA's Victory Oil and Cleanse, which sold out five times at Boots. Now 20% off with code COMFORT20.
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Councillor urges NHS rethink on urgent treatment centre plans
NHS Birmingham and Solihull proposes closing several urgent treatment centres, sparking concerns from councillors about increased travel times and health inequalities.
Ticks Rise on Sefton Coast as Roe Deer Population Grows
Ticks are becoming more common on the Sefton Coast due to increasing Roe Deer numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these tiny pests and the diseases they may carry.
New BNPL Rules: Stronger Consumer Protections from July 15
From July 15, BNPL firms like Klarna and Clearpay will be regulated by the FCA, giving shoppers new rights including affordability checks, clear credit terms, and access to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Ex-Dudley Doctor Denies 45 Sex Offences Against Patients
A former Dudley GP has pleaded not guilty to 45 sexual offences, including rape and sexual assault, allegedly committed against 17 female patients between 2008 and 2013.
Met Office: 31C Heatwave Starts July 4, Lasts 5 Days
The Met Office has confirmed a 31C heatwave will begin on July 4, lasting five days. A yellow heat health alert has been issued by the UKHSA from July 4 to July 8.
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Amputee: hundreds suffering from NHS prosthetic delays
Amputee David Sellers, 63, claims hundreds of patients face months-long waits for prosthetic sockets at Birmingham's West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, prompting an NHS trust apology and pledge to cut waiting times.
Garnier Olia Gloss Mask: £9 Grey Blending Toner Wins Fans
Garnier's Olia Gloss 10 Min Hair Mask, priced at £9, subtly blends greys and revives colour for up to six washes, earning praise from shoppers for its salon-like results at home.
Coping with Loneliness After Loss: Bereavement Support
Patrick Clark from Moya Cole Hospice explains that loneliness after losing a loved one stems from losing hundreds of tiny moments, not just the person. Counselling and bereavement groups offer support.
Bereaved Dad's Plea for Action at Sandwell Hospital
A bereaved father whose son was stillborn at City Hospital urges MPs to intervene at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, one of 14 investigated in a national review.
Crash survivor helps others with psychosis after friend killed
Harriet Barnsley, left permanently disabled and with psychosis after a 101mph driver killed her best friend in Birmingham, now helps others with the mental illness.
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Danny Glover Reveals Alzheimer's Diagnosis at 79
Lethal Weapon star Danny Glover, 79, publicly shares his Alzheimer's diagnosis, detailing slowed movement, speech, and memory issues in a candid interview.
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