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Aedes aegypti mosquito found breeding in UK for first time

Health officials have begun enhanced surveillance after invasive mosquitoes and larvae were detected at homes in east London, but UKHSA says the risk to...

How to Navigate Divorce and Co-parenting While Putting Kids First

When a marriage breaks down, it is often the children who feel the upheaval most deeply. Their daily routines shift, homes are divided, and...

Local Networks Step Up to Support Oxfordshire Families in Transition

Rising housing costs, long waiting lists for mental health services and the strain of separation are leaving many Oxfordshire families searching for stability. Local...

Oxford Newborn Care Unit Rated ‘Outstanding’ in National Audit

The Oxford Newborn Care Unit at the John Radcliffe Hospital has been rated 'outstanding' in six out of eight areas in the latest National...

Life After Trauma: Your Rights, Support, and Path to Recovery

Trauma can change a life in an instant, and its aftermath can be just as difficult to navigate. From the emotional impact of post-traumatic...

From Mindfulness to New Frameworks: How Oxfordshire Residents Are Tackling Seasonal Stress

As the days shorten and energy bills creep higher, many in Oxfordshire brace themselves for a difficult season. Autumn and winter are traditionally harder...

How Anti-Glare Glasses Can Make Daily Life Safer and More Comfortable

As a glasses wearer who spends most of his time sitting in front of a VDU in an office with overhead fluorescent lights, I...

Parkinson’s Drug Shows Promise for Treatment-Resistant Depression, Oxford Trial Finds

A medication typically used to treat Parkinson’s disease has shown significant promise in reducing symptoms of treatment-resistant depression, according to a major clinical trial...

Beginner’s Guide to Parkrun in Oxfordshire: Locations, Tips & What to Bring

If you think running events are just for super-athletes or club regulars, let me introduce you to parkrun in Oxfordshire, a free, friendly, and...

Oxfordshire Fitness: From parkruns to ‘Try‑It’ Days – Your Local Guide to Getting Active

Forget the postcard clichés. Oxfordshire isn’t just spires, sheep, and sleepy villages, it’s quietly one of the UK’s most inclusive and energetic fitness hubs. From...

Six Simple Changes That Could Improve Your Sleep

Struggling to drift off at night or waking up groggy after a full night’s kip? You're not alone. Sleep anxiety is becoming a big...

How to Start the Day Right

Fair play if you are the type to wake up full of beans ready for your day. I am not one of those people....

Bicester Wellness Day Offers a Moment of Calm – and a Chance to Support Young Lives

A special Wellness Day in support of Nai’s House, a local charity providing life-saving mental health support to young people, will take place on...

Boosting Employee Wellness: How Oxfordshire Businesses Are Prioritizing Healthy Workplaces

In offices across Oxfordshire, a quiet revolution is taking place. Businesses, both large and small, are rethinking how they support their employees, not just...

How the University of Oxford’s is Leading Medical Cannabis Research

As medical cannabis gains recognition for its therapeutic benefits, academic research is crucial to unlocking its potential. The University of Oxford is at the...

When Life-Saving Devices Lead to Life-Threatening Blood Clots

Medical devices play an essential role in modern healthcare, saving lives and improving the quality of life for millions. However, certain devices, especially those...

Oxford-based Surgeon performs free life-changing surgery to 10 year-old-girl onboard Mercy Ships

A ten-year-old girl from Sierra Leone is standing 14 centimetres taller after receiving free, life-transforming surgery from international charity Mercy Ships to straighten her...

Where Technology Meets Health: Innovations in Dental Treatments

The integration of technology into healthcare is bringing about significant advancements, particularly in dentistry. These innovations are reshaping the way dental treatments are performed,...

New Lymphoedema Clinic Opens to Support Cancer Patients at the Hummingbird Centre

A team of nurses and therapists want to tell the world about their new Lymphoedema Clinic which is dedicated to treating people with cancer. The...

Local charity Name Change to Survivor Space Oxfordshire 

Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse and Rape Crisis Centre (OSARCC) is changing its name to Survivor Space Oxfordshire following a 6-month research and consultation process with...

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Latest news in Oxfordshire

Chris McCausland announces Oxford date for new Waffle tour

Chris McCausland will bring his new stand-up show Waffle to the New Theatre Oxford on Wednesday 8 March 2028. The...

Oxford Christmas Light Bus returns with twin-city artwork and December dates

Oxford’s Christmas Light Bus will return on 13 and 14 November 2026 with a new illuminated floral artwork celebrating...

Fairport Convention announce Cropredy 2027 anniversary celebrations and ticket dates

Fairport Convention will celebrate 60 years of British folk rock at Cropredy in August 2027, with Richard Thompson, Iain...

Oxford Remembrance Sunday 2026: service times and St Giles’ road closures

Oxford will hold public services for Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day next week, with St Giles’ closed to traffic...

Later shuttle buses for Oxford’s South Park fireworks, with returns until 10.15pm

Visitors to Oxford’s South Park fireworks will have more time to stay after the display this Saturday, with return...

German Doner Kebab to open on Oxford’s Cowley Road with £2 Doner Boxes

German Doner Kebab will open on Oxford’s Cowley Road on Thursday 5 November, offering £2 Doner Boxes to customers...

Winnie the Witch illustrator creates £5 puzzle poster for Sobell House

Oxford illustrator kOrky Paul has created a £5 puzzle poster to raise money for Sobell House Hospice, with 50...

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