It has traditionally been known as a good way to keep a noisy child quiet and occupied for a few hours, but now Lego is being marketed at stressed young women. New adverts pushed onto the Instagram feeds of millennials show a woman trying to find inner peace by doing yoga, but finding the exercise…
After appointing the world’s first Minister for Loneliness earlier this year, the UK Government has launched its first strategy to combat loneliness. Michelle Lim, Scientific Chair of the Australian Coalition to End Loneliness, says the debilitating phenomenon is a big issue in Australia, especially as the ageing population makes its presence known. Read full article.
UK prime minister, Theresa May said social prescriptions would reduce demand on the NHS and improve patients’ quality of life. She plans for the new approach to be in place by 2023. In addition, the prime minister announced an extra £1.8m for community projects, such as creating new community cafes, art spaces or gardens. Read full article
Video of the launch with speakers; Matt Carrodus (CEO, Gold Coast Primary Health Network), Dr James Baker (CEO Primary and Community Care Services), Dr Max Mansoor (General Practioner), and Anita Tandridge (local client of the Plus Social program). Thanks to all who attended and made the event such a success!
