Death rates show ‘mystery rise’

There has been an unexplained rise in the number of people dying in England and Wales, according to a report.

The document, seen by the Times newspaper and the Health Service Journal, reported 600 more people died each week last year than the average.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-23447683

Gransnet created to help old people in Bolton understand modern technology

Helping older people

 

SOCIAL NETWORK Pam Hayhurst who is editor of Gransnet SOCIAL NETWORK Pam Hayhurst who is editor of Gransnet

FOR most young people, browsing on laptops and smartphones is second nature.

Although for older generations, the world of technology can seem alien, confusing and completely overwhleming.

But now more and more silver surfers in Bolton are logging on thanks to a new online forum and networking site — as well as IT support groups to help pensioners get to grips with technology.
Pam Hayhurst is editor of Gransnet Bolton — a local edition of a social networking site aimed at grandparents and anyone aged 50 and above.

‘Injustice’ to vulnerable NHS patient slammed

SCOTLAND’S public services watchdog has raised concerns about the care of vulnerable adults in Scotland’s hospitals following complaints about patient treatment.

 

  • by ANDREW WHITAKER AND LYNDSAY BUCKLAND

Officials from the Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland have now been asked to investigate the complaint in what the ombudsman said was an “injustice” to the 55-year-old patient, who had learning disabilities and severe dementia.