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Same-day mental health help pledge as demand rises

Prof Kamila Hawthorne says more emphasis needs to be put on chronic conditions Since it launched at the end of 2022, the NHS Wales 111 "press two" mental health urgent support line has recorded an ...
The Independent on MSN.com · 11h

Government’s NHS aims ‘need investment in mental health services’

The Government’s aims for the NHS – to shift care from hospitals into the community and to prevent ill health – can be accelerated through better investment in mental health services, a report says.The study,
Sky News on MSN.com · 6d

Wales to introduce same-day mental health care, Welsh government says

The pledge has been welcomed by the charity sector, but there are calls for the government to ensure "long-term funding" for mental health support.
Icon for www.msn.comMSN · Apr 3, 2025

West Yorkshire mental health support streamlined with new phone number

Mental health support services in West Yorkshire have been streamlined with a new contact number. From now on, those in need of urgent assistance can phone NHS 111 and select the mental health ...
Icon for www.bristol.ac.ukUniversity of Bristol · Jun 12, 2024

Mental health problems

or call 111 and select option 2 for support from a mental health ... where we are concerned for your safety or the safety of others. Free mental health support from the NHS, offering evidence-based talking therapies as well as advice and guidance on ...
WalesOnline on MSN.com · 7d

Big change planned for mental health services in Wales

People will get 'non-clinical support' and could access same-day services in a bid to focus on early intervention
Icon for www.independent.co.ukThe Independent · 28d

‘Mothers will never be the priority’: Postnatal mental health support cut despite surge in women seeking help

the Lib Dem spokesperson on mental health, warned Parliament in February. And now several charities which plug the gaps in NHS support, by helping parents unable to access NHS help or who are ...
Icon for www.bbc.co.ukBBC · Oct 17, 2023

A mental health first aid kit for parents: Who to ask and what to do

Local charities can be a good source of support ... If you cannot speak to your local NHS urgent mental health helpline or you’re unsure what to do, call 111. This number is for when you ...
Icon for www.express.co.ukDaily Express · Apr 3, 2025

Audit finds 40% of NHS mental health patients languishing on waiting lists

The devastating reality of appalling NHS mental health services ... said they did not receive any support while they waited. More than 4 in 10 said their mental health deteriorated while waiting ...
Icon for www.manchester.ac.ukUniversity of Manchester · Dec 11, 2020

Half a million pounds awarded to evaluate new NHS mental health and wellbeing services, ‘Resilience Hubs’

hosted by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust. The Greater Manchester Resilience Hub was originally set up in response to the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing, to provide care and support for thousands of people whose mental health and wellbeing was affected.
Bristol Live on MSN.com · 6d

NHS GP shares 'dangerous' sign of stress you might feel in your heart

A doctor has shared five ways prolonged stress can have an impact on your overall health - and one could cause 'dangerous' symptoms that you might feel in your chest
Sunderland Echo on MSN.com · 6d

South Tyneside’s NHS Trust urges people to plan ahead for May’s bank holiday weekends

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is asking people to plan ahead for May’s double bank holiday weekends.
Icon for www.yorkpress.co.ukThe Press · 8d

Luke Charters calls for review of mental health services by NHS trust

A York MP has met with the health secretary and called for a review of mental ... NHS England and two integrated care boards. Any further review is a matter for the government.” 'I fully ...
Icon for www.sheffield.ac.ukUniversity of Sheffield · Oct 2, 2024

Mental health

If you or a loved one is already receiving support ... Sheffield Health & Social Care urgent help website. You can also talk to The Samaritans on 116 123. If we’re closed or you’re uncertain who to contact, call 111. The nature of a mental health ...