Raising awareness and understanding on organ donation will save African Caribbean and Asian lives in the UK
“I appreciate life so much more now than before and thank God every day for life because without having dialysis I would already be dead.” Gwen Lewis, quoted... Read more.
Women encouraged to start their own business in the creative sectors
A Ladies Day event held on March 9 aimed to encourage women within the creative sector to start their own business by celebrating established female entrepreneurs.... Read more.
Early counselling may prevent depression for patients with a long term illness
“It is known that all illnesses have a psychological impact. The impact of the particular illness on the person depends on the individual’s perception of the... Read more.
Lupus forced me to become a natural black woman
Almost three years ago I made one of the most challenging decisions of my life. I decided to put down the tub of relaxer, pick up the pressing comb and head towards... Read more.
As marriage rates fall can true love be found in cyberspace?
“To have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish; from this day forward... Read more.
Mother’s Day Feature: In celebration of adoptive and foster mothers
Women who have become mothers through adoption and fostering are unsung heroines who should be acknowledged during the yearly... Read more.
New adoption guidelines reignite concerns over children’s cultural needs
New government guidelines which will allow white couples to adopt black children have reignited concerns about whether the cultural needs of... Read more.
Single women celebrate freedom on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is more targeted at married women and those in relationships but single women still celebrate the day, our special survey has revealed. We spoke... Read more.
Egyptians in Britain express fears for homeland
“At the beginning of the revolution the main feeling that I felt was fear. I was scared for my family especially as all the mobile networks were down so the lack... Read more.
Financial struggles can hinder recovery for MS sufferers
“If I get stressed I die quicker, and I’m not prepared to do that.” Multiple Sclerosis (MS) sufferer Lisa Alabaksh, a former head teacher living in North London... Read more.