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Call for Suffolk residents to join pioneering Parkinson's research
People living with Parkinson's and their families are being invited to participate in a groundbreaking study on facial expression reduction at the University of Suffolk.
We’re not the problem: Daniel Lee Harvey on the fight for disability justice
As Labour faces backlash over its cuts to disability benefits, Ipswich campaigner Daniel Lee Harvey speaks out on access, activism, and why disabled voices must shape the systems that govern their lives.
Inaugural women's health event held in Ipswich 'is going to change lives'
The first-ever dedicated women's health event in Ipswich has inspired attendees to pursue new treatment options and advocate for better healthcare.
New animations to help breast cancer patients understand radiotherapy treatment
Breast cancer patients at Ipswich and Colchester hospitals can now access two new animations explaining radiotherapy treatment and breathing techniques.
Ipswich woman warns new endometriosis 'wonder drug' is 'selling people a dream'
A 30-year-old Ipswich woman has criticised the recent approval of a "groundbreaking" endometriosis treatment, claiming it's merely a repackaged version of existing therapies.
Lifesaving defibrillators installed at all Ipswich sheltered housing schemes
Ipswich Borough Council has installed public access defibrillators outside all 15 of its sheltered housing schemes, available for use 24/7.
Suffolk County Council launches VR solution for dementia care
A new virtual reality solution called Reverie aims to enhance the lives of people living with dementia in Suffolk.
A quarter of Ipswich five-year-olds have rotting teeth
New data reveals 24.8% of five-year-olds in Ipswich had dental decay in the 2023-24 academic year. It comes as the British Dental Association warns the NHS dentistry service "has effectively ceased to exist for millions" across the country.
Suffolk donors part of historic NHS plasma milestone
Blood donors from Suffolk are contributing to a major breakthrough as plasma medicines made in the UK reach NHS patients for the first time in a quarter century.
Royal seal of approval for Ipswich's answer to the NHS dental crisis
His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester has seen first-hand how the University of Suffolk is taking on the region's dental care challenges.
NHS breast screening target met for first time in five years as Suffolk rates improve
Breast cancer screenings in Suffolk have increased by over 4,000 women in the past year, helping push national uptake back to the crucial 70% target level.
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Brighten the Corners runs a diverse live music programme, training and education opportunities across three venues, and an annual multi-venue festival in Ipswich, Suffolk.