Modern understanding of disability takes account of the barriers people face. Let’s do the same for mental health policyWhen Anna* became physically unwell as a student, her GP referred her to a psychiatrist and she agreed to voluntary treatment. After interviewing her for less than an hour, the psychiatrist diagnosed...

Early detection service at 320 community pharmacies aims to prevent heart attacks and strokes Heart check-ups are to be offered at high street pharmacies under new plans from NHS England, as part of a programme which seeks to prevent tens of thousands of heart attacks and strokes over the next...