Brain injuries can have life-changing impacts on people of all ages, but this is perhaps more keenly felt among younger people.
1,415 children aged 0-15 suffered a traumatic brain injury according to the most recent NHS statistics for 2019-20, with 583 young adults aged 16-25 also experiencing this type of injury. For both...
A coastal walk and public meeting with Wessex Water have been organised by local clean water campaigners. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting on Fri 15thMarch 7pm, Portland Community Venue.Â
Last month, fifty people took part in the Pollution Solution Community Assembly on Portland. Attendees recognised there are several sources of pollution into our seas and rivers, such as sewage, agricultural...
Officers searching for a missing man in Poole are renewing their appeal for information from the public to help find him.
Dorset Police received a report at 11.17am on Tuesday 5 March 2024 raising concern for the welfare of 57-year-old Richard Smith.
Following further enquiries, it is now believed Richard was...
A new fun and safe space thanks to the #WillDoesBus
Young people in Dorset have a new safe and fun space thanks to the #WillDoesBus which visits Weymouth esplanade.Â
In a creative response to the evolving needs of the Weymouth community, the Dorset Council targeted youth work team is joining forces...
Officers searching for a missing man in Poole are appealing for information from the public to help find him.
Dorset Police received a report at 11.17am on Tuesday 5 March 2024 raising concern for the welfare of 57-year-old Richard Smith. He was last seen on Wednesday 28 February 2024 in...
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive illness that advances over many years. As a caregiver for someone in the later stages, you play a vital role in managing their daily care and preserving their dignity. Providing care during advanced Alzheimer’s comes with unique challenges. Being informed and utilising resources can...
Brain injuries are an unfortunately common outcome for accidents and injuries in the UK, with well over 8,000 deaths attributed to head injuries each year. Despite the commonality of such injuries via accidents, their treatment is anything but simple. Further, treatment processes are being negatively impacted, with patient outcomes at...
Parents receiving essential support in Dorset are benefiting from packs of premature baby clothes this winter.
At what can be a difficult and worrying time for some parents, Tesco has donated packs of F&F Premature Baby Essentials to Dorset County Hospital and Poole Hospital. Each pack contains sleepsuits, bodysuits, hats,...
Officers investigating a serious injury road traffic collision in Weymouth are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
The incident occurred at around 5.10pm on Monday 26 February 2024 in Albany Road involving a white Vauxhall Corsa and two pedestrians.
One of the pedestrians – a woman...
Officers investigating a collision on the A354 near Milborne St Andrew are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward.
Dorset Police received a report at 6.14pm on Friday 23 February 2024 of a collision involving an orange Kawasaki motorcycle on the A354 between Milborne St...
