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Maintaining strong bones and a healthy cardiovascular system is more than just getting enough calcium. Vitamins D3 and K2 work together in ways that many people overlook, yet they play a crucial role in overall wellbeing.
Our emergency service workers are facing unprecedented situations. The high level of trauma they deal with has probably hit record levels. What sadly has not hit record level, but has actually hit low levels, is the support they are receiving. Police officers, firefighters and paramedics are ending their own lives. The level of suicide amongst police officers and firefighters has hit new levels. But who actually cares?
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If you’ve ever wanted to get into running, improve your fitness, or meet like-minded people, Havering’s H90 Joggers (H90J) is the club for you. Open to adults aged 18 and over, H90J welcomes runners of all abilities—from complete beginners learning to run, to those who want to jog, chat, and stay healthy, and even to seasoned runners training for specific distances.
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An Elm Park woman has spoken of her anger and heartbreak after what she describes as degrading and unsafe treatment of her elderly father at Queen’s Hospital in Romford, saying the experience has left her deeply worried about how older patients are being treated.
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Signature Senior Lifestyle is proud to announce the opening of Signature at Hornchurch in June 2026, bringing a new benchmark of luxury living,
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Eating more fruit and vegetables is one of the simplest ways to boost your health and wellbeing. But as we head to the supermarket, one thing becomes immediately clear: the majority of our produce is wrapped in heavy plastic. From organic apples to sweet long peppers, our fruit and vegetables sit on the shelf tightly sealed, often in layers of packaging.
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New data shows that the “Veganuary” movement, which challenges people to eat only plant-based food throughout January, reached a record 25.8 million participants worldwide in 2025, a huge increase on previous years.
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The Member of Parliament for Romford-Andrew Rosindell MP, has released a statement in regards to the ‘corridor care’ at Queen’s hospital in Romford.
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This week Margaret Mullane the Member of Parliament for Dagenham and Rainham, doubled down on her efforts to secure the £35 million needed to refit and expand the Emergency Department at Queen’s Hospital.
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“We all need to stand up and raise awareness of what is going on at Queen’s Hospital, the patients, particularly the elderly have shocking treatment, left with no dignity in corridors for days.”
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For most people, the word protein immediately brings to mind fish, chicken, or red meat. It is true that these are rich sources of protein, but plant-based foods can be just as powerful and often come with added health benefits. Many of us never realise just how versatile and protein-rich vegetables and other plant foods can be.
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Hospitals in east London are seeing “record numbers” of patients, amid what the NHS calls “significant pressure”, writes local democracy
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January is often known as Veganuary, that time of year when people who are not vegan start to toy with the idea of ditching meat, fish and dairy. For many, the immediate response is panic. No meat? No fish? No dairy? You’ve just listed my entire diet.
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Police are urgently appealing for help to trace a woman who left a Queen’s hospital shortly after giving birth.
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A major international wellbeing study has delivered a stark warning for the United Kingdom, revealing that the nation is falling significantly behind its global peers when it comes to physical health, happiness, purpose, and general quality of life. The research, carried out by Harvard University, compared 22 wealthy nations and ranked the UK near the bottom for overall wellbeing.
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Did you enjoy plenty of festive cheer over Christmas and now feel the need for a fresh start? The holiday season is often filled with food we don’t usually eat throughout the year, a little extra chocolate, cakes, rich meals, and indulgent treats shared with family and friends. Once the holidays are over, many of us want to reset and start the new year feeling lighter and healthier.
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Lacking nutrients and in need of a natural fruit pick-me-up? Avocados truly are the king and queen of fruit. Packed with essential nutrients and incredibly versatile, they are one of the easiest ways to support overall health, especially for anyone short on time or struggling to maintain a perfectly balanced diet.
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To mark the introduction of the new men’s mental health strategy, we spoke to Toni, a mental health peer support worker who specialises in men’s mental health, to hear her views on the government’s plans and what they could mean for men across England.
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Winter can take a toll on our bodies, with colds, coughs, and low energy all too common. Nutrition can play a vital role in keeping your body strong, and two ingredients that really shine in this season are turmeric and ginger.
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“I wouldn’t be needed if police Federations were doing their job properly.” Those are the stark words of police support campaigner Vicky, who says Britain’s frontline is now buckling under levels of trauma that can no longer be ignored. Her warning comes amid what she describes as a silent crisis of PTSD, failed representation and a system that repeatedly abandons the very officers it relies on.
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