mental health

24 Mar 2017

Apprentices raise money for mental health

A group of enthusiastic Ealing Council apprentices teamed up to take part in a national apprenticeship challenge and collectively raised more £1,000 for charity. …

19 Dec 2016

Alcohol: Some sobering thoughts

With the party season upon us, it is easy to get swept up in rounds and drink more than we normally would. Do you …

5 Dec 2016

Over 50? No reason not to stay active

Did you know local leisure centres run a wide range of popular sessions for people aged 50 and above? It is a great way …

7 Oct 2016

A different kind of first aid

Knowing what to do if someone has a heart attack or nasty fall is one thing but would you know what to do if …

5 Sep 2016

‘It is good to know you are not alone’

Caring for a loved one with mental health problems can be very challenging physically as well as emotionally. But there is a carers’ support …

2 Sep 2016

One You gets off to healthy start

A health campaign called One You Ealing has been helping hundreds of people change their lifestyles. The NHS spends £11billion a year on treating …

28 Jul 2016

Health: How are you?

Did you know around 40% of all deaths in England are related to lifestyle habits such as smoking, eating too much unhealthy food, and …

18 Jul 2016

Loneliness and the ‘invisible disability’

Feelings of loneliness can affect anyone. They can impact mental or physical health, and even your life expectancy. But if you are blind or …

17 Jun 2016

Working their way back by volunteering

Ealing Council is funding a project helping people with long-term health conditions improve their lives through volunteering. You may be surprised by some of …