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Image Credit: Stock Archive A recent report from U.S. Pharmacist reveals that almost 46% of Americans are prescribed at least one medication each month. This trend is even more pronounced among those aged 60 and older, with 85% taking at least one prescription drug. Moreover, research shows that today’s patients are equally likely to be managing five or more medications as they are to have just one prescription. Despite the widespread use of prescription medications and increased acceptance of using prescriptions to treat a variety of conditions (including mental health issues), there is no denying that pharmacy trips can become…

Students at an adult education centre which is at risk of closure have said they are “devastated” it might be lost.Last month, KentOnline reported the Victoria Centre, in Darnley Road, Gravesend, was reportedly being shut down by Kent County Council (KCC).From left: Gail Hope and Alan Conroy want to see the centre stay openThe centre is said to be in a state of disrepair and unaffordable to fix, so instead the authority is looking for smaller and affordable venues in the town.Gail Hope, who has attended courses at the facility for several years, said she was shocked to hear the…

Football is one of the most closely followed sports in the UK, with stats by Statista indicating that around 15 million people attended a premier league game in 2023. The actual number of people watching from home is far larger than that, with stats on Wikipedia indicating that up to 31% of the UK population watch football. It’s no surprise then that so many startups are trying to get a piece of the action. How Much Is The UK Football Industry Worth? According to stats, the Premier League and its clubs contributed £8billion to the UK economy during the 2021/22…

Location : The M25 clockwise between junctions J16 and J17 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2, 3 and 4 are closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 11:30 and 11:45 on 19 September 2024. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:30 and 12:45 on 19 September 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 1 and a half hours against expected traffic. Lanes Closed : There are three of four lanes closed. Source link

Deborah Roberts was described by her family as an inspiration and a pivotal member of the music community. She once sang in the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican. Deborah, who died on September 9, pioneered “early music” from the medieval and Renaissance periods and co-founded the Brighton Early Music Festival. Her son Joe Erber said she “sang from the heart” and inspired his own route into music. Joe, 39, said: “I feel immensely proud as her son. “She taught me so many values of being intellectually curious and empowered my sense of social justice and my belief in it. Deborah and Joe on…

In the past, paternity leave wasn’t guaranteed, but employed workers are now entitled to a minimum of two weeks of paternity leave after the birth of their child. Unfortunately, this benefit doesn’t extend to self-employed individuals. Currently, self-employed fathers have no legal right to paternity leave or pay. This means planning ahead during the pregnancy is essential for fathers wishing to take time off to bond with their newborn. This article will cover paternity leave options for the self-employed, offering advice on managing finances and workloads effectively. How does paternity leave work for the self-employed? As a self-employed individual, you…

Thursday 19 September 2024 4:32 am |  Updated:  Wednesday 18 September 2024 1:17 pm Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email ESG has become increasingly politicised. Has it reached the end of the line? Asks Neil MacLeod You wouldn’t be a fool for thinking that ESG might have had its day. Negativity surrounding the acronym (which stands for Environment, Social and Governance) has been growing – one recent headline in a popular broadsheet even declared “ESG is dead – and good riddance”. Times really have changed since it was introduced as a buzzword…

Elder Park Library, which dates back to 1903, reopened in June following a refurbishment project which was first approved by the council in 2022. The upgrades include a full refurbishment of the interior and exterior, a new community kitchen, more toilets, improved baby changing facilities, and more bookable areas for people to use. Elder Park library opening in 1903 (Image: Newsquest) Community groups and schoolchildren were invited to the new-and-improved Elder Park Library and Community Hub, on Wednesday for an official reopening ceremony. READ MORE: Historic Glasgow building to reopen after £4 million transformation project Glasgow Life’s Bailie Annette Christie then cut the ribbon…

Over 30 metres of peace wall was removed to make way for Black Mountain Shared Space Source link

Location : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:15 and 03:30 on 19 September 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. Source link