Health

City’s sports facilities continue to grow with more padel courts

More padel facilities will soon be offered in Stoke-on-Trent at Fenton Manor Sports Complex as the game continues to grow in the city.   Working in partnership with Ace Padel, a new padel court will open to add to the wide range of facilities the city’s leisure services offer.   The launch follows the incredibly […]

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Spring Reset: Wellness Habits Inspired by Manor House Hotel & Spa

Spring is the perfect time for renewal. As the days grow longer and the weather becomes warmer, it’s a natural opportunity to reset routines, refresh your habits, and prioritise wellbeing. The team at The Manor House Hotel & Spa are helping guests prioritise their wellbeing this spring with a range of self-care treatments, nutritious dining

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Treat Mum to Award-Winning Luxury – Manor House Alsager’s Limited Edition ‘Mum & Me’ Spa Morning for Mother’s Day

Gift mum quality time this Mother’s Day at the award-winning Manor House Alsager. Nestled in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, its Mum & Me Spa Morning is the perfect gift, sure to put a smile on mum’s face, with access to its expansive spa garden offering a serene escape designed for deep relaxation and quality connection.

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Why Sauna & Pilates Sessions Are Replacing Nights Out—And Where to Try It

As flu season peaks, ‘Saunas’ have emerged as a breakout search term on Google for the last 90 days, while ‘Pilates’ searches continue to climb, reflecting a broader shift toward holistic, health-focused experiences. Consumers are swapping nights out for Pilates classes and sauna sessions with friends, and it’s quickly becoming the wellness trend of the

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Relaxation of Fostering Rules in the UK

During and after the COVID-19 pandemic, fostering services in the UK experienced changes—some of which aimed to make the process more flexible, responsive, and accessible. These “relaxations” or adaptations were introduced to support faster placements while maintaining child safety. Key Aspects of Relaxation Temporary Adjustments (COVID Period): Local authorities were allowed to fast-track assessments to

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Simply the Best: Belong’s Champions Revealed at Awards

As awards season gets underway with Oscars, BAFTAs, and Grammys making for many a headline, social care’s top talent has joined the party with its own glittering celebration – the annual Champion Awards hosted by leading dementia specialist, Belong, has celebrated the best amongst its teams, crowning two winners from its Newcastle-under-Lyme team. Village experience

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Around 2 in 5 eligible people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are still to receive their RSV vaccine

The NHS is urging people who are eligible for the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine to come forward, as thousands across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent remain unprotected. Local figures show that around two in five eligible people have not yet had the RSV vaccine, including more than one in three older adults and over half of

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Lifesaving cancer awareness bus tour returns to Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

A lifesaving cancer awareness bus is touring Staffordshire and Stoke‑on‑Trent, offering people the chance to learn more about cancer symptoms, screening, and early detection. The 2026 tour launches on 4 February, World Cancer Day, in Cannock town centre before embarking on a full programme of visits throughout March and April. In 2025, more than 5,800

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Modern beauty routines for year-round skin confidence

Daily hair removal once meant constant repetition. Shaving, waxing, and creams demanded time, caused irritation, and delivered short-lived results. For many, the effort rarely matched the outcome. Smooth skin required ongoing maintenance rather than confidence. That pressure has shifted expectations. Year-round skin confidence now depends on reducing routine friction rather than repeating surface fixes. This

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