Health

South Central Ambulance Service has announced a month-long campaign to raise awareness of falls and frailty in older people.

Hundreds of people will jump into action this weekend in memory of a local chef, a year on from his death.

It was just another manic run day, as more than £45,000 was raised for Cancer Research UK at an annual charity fun run in Newbury.

An NHS leader has returned to Thatcham to visit the hospital his late father founded.

A mental health charity in Newbury has said a heartfelt farewell to one of its longest-serving trustees.

Prior’s Court unveiled its bespoke new performing arts hub for young people with autism at its centre in Hermitage yesterday (Thursday).

A Newbury man battling terminal prostate cancer is preparing for a Scottish cycling challenge.

A small business is hosting on art exhibition to mark Learning Disability Week (June 16 to 22).

The charity Prevent Breast Cancer reveals the symptoms you need to catch as soon as possible.

Around 500 people will Race for Life to raise money towards life-changing cancer research in Newbury this Sunday (June 15).

Young runners are being invited to join Thatcham Town Council’s annual flagship Family Fun Day, returning this month.

A masquerade ball was held in Thatcham at the weekend in tribute of a man who died after a four-year battle with cancer.

West Berkshire has a higher rate of cardio vascular and respiratory disease, and cancer than the national average.

The Community Furniture Project is a charity focused on providing help to those less fortunate.

A parent has raised nearly £2,000 for Cancer Research UK and the school his children attend.

Plans for a new hub to support those living with dementia have been proposed in Thatcham.

Unsung community champions have two weeks left to apply for a chance to gain free access to local leisure centres.

Crumbling walls and collapsed ceilings containing asbestos have left Sovereign tenants in despair.

A terminally-ill father of four is cycling to raise money to fight cancer.

As the British Heart Foundation issues a dire warning, here’s how to look after your heart this summer.