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03/02/2026

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⚠️ Be wary of unsolicited calls claiming to be from your bank or a brand you use. Legitimate companies will never contact you first asking for passwords or one-time passcodes.

Scammers will try to create panic and get you to act quickly. Always verify any claims they make by logging into your accounts directly via official websites.

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22/01/2026

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🧠 Have You Had Unusual Experiences While Your Baby Was in the SCBU/NICU?

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are conducting a research study exploring unusual experiences parents may have had while their baby/babies were receiving care on the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), such as seeing, hearing, or sensing things that weren’t there, or having intrusive thoughts or images.

These experiences are more common than people realise, especially during times of intense stress and researchers want to learn more.

🧑‍⚕️ The study is led by Dr Caítriona Collins (Clinical Psychologist) and Dr Nicholas Embleton (Consultant Neonatal Paediatrician).

🗣️ Taking part involves an up to 45 minute interview where you will be talked to about any experiences you’ve had.

✅ You can take part if:

- Your baby/babies received care at the Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) SCBU/NICU in the last 15 years
- Or they are currently about to be discharged from the unit
- You are 18+ years old
- You have a good understanding of English
- You are not currently in mental health crisis

📩 If you're interested or want to learn more, please get in touch – your voice could make a big difference.

https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/northumbria/interest-in-unusual-experiences-interview-project?fbclid=IwY2xjawPfOrVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBZTk9NNmpsYjR5SGlsWlNvc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgH50s5vVSmDgrulzTU_0PnQoIVNY6GxPxYEd1DIDAQrWSxowVIrjebdUhn3_aem_OjdxpxrUV18bkOWlaAB9aw

06/08/2025

Verbally abused children more likely to have poor mental health as adults, study finds
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Analysis suggests long-term damage to wellbeing can be worse than for children experiencing physical abuse

24/04/2025

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Stalking is a harrowing and pervasive issue that continues to affect individuals across the United Kingdom. It is a distressing crime that goes beyond mere unwanted attention, encompassing a pattern of repeated and persistent behaviour that instils fear and invades the personal space and privacy of....

25/11/2024

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30/09/2024

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📢 Some benefits, like Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), are ending.

If you’re on these benefits, look out for a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions explaining when and how to switch to Universal Credit.
You will need to move to Universal Credit to keep getting support.

👉We’ve created an Easy Read guide to help you understand these changes https://brnw.ch/21wMyDJ

27/09/2024

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We’ve been made aware of a fake Universal Credit app that claims to allow you to apply for benefits, including an advance on first payments. Please be aware it is a scam and should not be used. Specifically, do not share any personal information.

If you have downloaded the app, which looks authentic both in branding and content, please delete it immediately.

Universal Credit can only be accessed at www.gov.uk/universal-credit.

12/07/2024

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Walking home alone this weekend? Strut Safe are a free, confidential, UK-based phone line that you can call if you're walking home alone. One of their volunteers will keep you company over the phone until you're home safe. 🧡

You can reach them on 0333 335 0026. Their lines are open from 7pm to 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, and from 7pm to 1am on Sundays.

11/07/2024

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We are offering a FREE Basic Will to all Teachers. Get in touch to claim yours!

10/07/2024

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25 of the Best Parks & Playgrounds in North East England

20/06/2024

The Bank of Mum and Dad

28/05/2024

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If you're a working-age adult who cares for a young family member while the child's parents work, there's a little-known benefit that could boost your state pension by £1,000s. 'Specified adult childcare credits' work by filling in gaps in your national insurance record. See if you qualify and how ...