As we commemorate Human Rights Day on the 10th December, it is essential to reflect on the ways in which

Christmas and the festive season are often associated with joy, warmth, and celebration. However, for many who are living with

Every November, the UK recognises Disability History Month which serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by individuals and

Every year, Carers’ Rights Day is celebrated to recognise and honour the carers in our community. There are approximately 4.7

In today’s non-stop world, it’s easy to overlook the importance of self-care. The demands of daily life can take a

Self-Care Week is a timely reminder that taking care of our mental and physical well-being is crucial. Organised by the

November is COPD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a common but

November is National Diabetes Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes and its impact on millions of lives

In October 2023, a new UK Smoke-Free policy was published by the British government, called the ‘Smokefree Generation Policy’. This

As we observe International Stress Awareness Week, it’s essential to recognise the profound impact that stress can have on our

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to shed light on the often-overlooked connection between respiratory diseases and

People are naturally afraid of the unknown, and you may have preconceptions about clinical trials and what’s involved, which is

Stress is something that affects us all, but stress can be exacerbated for someone living with a mental health condition

Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder can be debilitating and exhausting, but the condition can have a knock-on effect, impacting the

How do medical professionals treat a complex mental health condition like Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? For this year’s OCD Awareness

For this year’s OCD Awareness Week, we’re raising awareness of the challenges that people living with the condition can face.

This World Mental Health Day, we’re focusing on the impact that living with health conditions can have on our mental

Imagine living with intrusive, distressing thoughts and repetitive compulsions, and then imagine feeling compelled to hide this from family, friends,

This week we’re recognising OCD Awareness Week and the issues that surround living with the condition. The awareness week is

Stoptober is upon us once again, urging smokers to take a step towards a healthier life by quitting smoking for

Depression is often associated with overwhelming sadness, lethargy, and a sense of hopelessness. However, the impact of depression goes beyond

Every September, the world comes together to recognise World Alzheimer’s Month; a global opportunity to raise awareness, educate and encourage

Today on National Fitness Day, we are served a poignant reminder of the benefits of exercise to our overall health

As National Fitness Day approaches, the event serves as a poignant reminder of the crucial role exercise plays in maintaining

Every year, September marks pulmonary fibrosis (PF) awareness month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this chronic and often

Today on World Patient Safety Day, we honour and emphasise the critical role that patient wellbeing plays in the realm

Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week provides a unique opportunity to shed light not only on rheumatoid arthritis but also on related

Every year, on 7th September, the world comes together to observe World Duchenne Awareness Day. This significant day serves as

Starting university is an exciting and transformative phase in anyone’s life. It’s a time of new experiences, newfound independence, and

Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be an intricate and overwhelming experience. As individuals with OCD strive to convey the

Last week, a new study by ERJ Open Research made headlines, as it identified that those with low levels of

In recent years, vaping has gained popularity as a seemingly harmless alternative to traditional tobacco smoking. With enticing flavours and

As many of us embark on exciting adventures and create lasting memories with loved ones on our summer holidays, for

Growing up is an intricate journey, full of challenges and lessons. For some individuals, this path is compounded with an

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects millions of people worldwide, presenting a wide range of distressing symptoms. One of the most

This International Self-Care Day, it’s important to recognise the role that clinical trials play in promoting self-care. This awareness day

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, commonly referred to as OCD, is a mental health condition with three main parts: obsessions, emotions, and

On this World Population Day, we are highlighting the health issues facing our global society and how we are tackling

Research Appreciation Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the profound impact of clinical trials in advancing medical knowledge and improving

This week is World Well-being Week. It’s celebrated during the last week of June every year. This awareness week provides

This week is Love Your Lungs Week and we wanted to take this opportunity to raise awareness about lung disease

Loneliness Awareness Week is organised by The Marmalade Trust to create communities that support each other through open conversations regarding

What do you think of when you hear the phrase ‘intrusive thoughts’? For users of the popular social media platform

Leslie is 68 years old and is currently living with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). He recently took part in a

This week is Volunteers Week and we thought this would be the perfect opportunity to celebrate the vital role of

Did you know? Only 1/10 people who live with fibromyalgia are men. This Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, we want to raise

With many jobs that can bring risks to our health and safety, there can be long term effects that can

Depression and anxiety are two distinct mental health conditions, but they often occur together. While depression is primarily characterized by

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can bring with it intense feelings of anxiety and distress, brought on by intrusive, unwanted thoughts

The days are getting longer, the sun is shining, Spring is upon us, and Summer is approaching… that can only

With exam season approaching, those living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) may be particularly worried about this stressful time. OCD

May is Fibromyalgia Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising understanding about this chronic pain condition. Fibromyalgia is a long-term

Sara has been living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder since she was 12 years old and recently took part in a

Did you know a psychologically stressful event could cause health conditions such as fibromyalgia? April is Stress Awareness Month, and

It’s no secret that stress can have a big impact on a person’s mental health so it’s crucial that we

We all encounter stress but for those of us living with ulcerative colitis, stress can cause painful flare-ups. April is

Ramadan can be a particularly conflicting time for Muslims living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is a mental health

Did you know? The amount of stress a man faces in his life can have a direct impact on his

Small Pharma Inc., a neuro-pharmaceutical company focused on the development of new psychedelic-assisted mental health treatments, have dosed the first

We all know that exercise can benefit our mental and physical health, but did you know having an active lifestyle

Christine, a retired nurse from South Yorkshire, recently took part in a clinical trial at MAC Clinical Research. She was

With Valentine’s Day almost upon us, we want to raise awareness of the difficulties of living with erectile dysfunction (ED)

Jonathan has been living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) for 12 years and recently took part in a clinical trial

Looking for something new to add to your New Year’s Resolutions for 2023? Look no further! Taking part in a

When someone experiences a traumatic event in their life that caused a threat of injury or death, they may go

The colder months are upon us and for people living with eczema, it can be a very difficult time. Eczema,

Marianne recently took part in a clinical trial with MAC Clinical Research. She has been coping with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

This week is OCD Awareness Week, launched by the International OCD Foundation, which aims to raise awareness of OCD and

Did you know that around 4.3 million men are living with erectile dysfunction in the UK. It’s a condition that

September for a lot of people means it’s time to start College/University. It also means new students will be thrown

A woman typically experiences menopause around the age of 50 but did you know that some women go through what

Many medical conditions can be worsened in the summer due to the warmer temperatures and humidity. One of these conditions

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can have a big impact on someone’s daily life, affecting everything from their work and social

Hay fever season is upon us and while it can be troublesome for most of us, for people living with

This week is Love Your Lungs Week, and we want to raise awareness about air pollution and the effects it

For women going through menopause, they may experience a range of symptoms. From hot flushes and night sweats to anxiety

MAC Clinical Research featured in a recent Guardian article titled: Clinical trials: how taking the pills may pay those bills.

John is a retired paramedic from Manchester who recently took part in a clinical trial for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)

Erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, is a common issue for many men, particularly over the age of 40.

It’s estimated that around 3 million people in the UK are living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), of whom

Susan is a retired personal assistant from Cheltenham who recently took part in a clinical trial investigating a potential new

Many people living with Parkinson’s may feel that the benefits of their medication begin to fade away and do not

The National Institute for Health Research published some promising figures for clinical trial participation statistics for the last year. Find

Like many conditions that affect the digestive system, Ulcerative Colitis can have a huge impact on someone’s life. For some

You might have heard of the hallucinogenic drug called ‘Magic Mushrooms’ which is referred to as psilocybin, but did you

For people living with eczema, summer can be a tricky time.  The heat and humidity can trigger flare ups while

Developing a new medicine can be a very long process. In fact, on average, it takes ten to twelve years

Small Pharma Inc., a neuro-pharmaceutical company focused on psychedelic-assisted therapy, have announced the expansion of its phase I/IIa clinical trial

Opioids are medications prescribed by doctors to treat persistent or severe pain. They can either be sourced synthetically or derived

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (commonly referred to as OCD), is a mental health condition that affects around three quarters of a million

MAC are excited to be collaborating with DemeRx on their phase 1 trial of Opioid Use Disorder.

When did you get diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis? I was diagnosed in March 2017; I had been suffering with blood

High blood pressure may not cause obvious symptoms when you are young, but it should not be ignored.   Some symptoms could include shortness

If you are going through menopause, think you may be about to go through menopause or know someone going through

Feelings of anxiety will most likely occur in everyone’s lives in varying severities. General anxiety disorder (GAD) can be caused

Sickle cell is a type of condition that affects a person’s red blood cells. Someone who has sickle cell disease

If someone who has diabetes does not control their blood sugar level effectively, they may experience painful diabetic nerve pain.

For many, erectile dysfunction (ED) is something they would associate with older men. For younger men suffering with mental health

As winter approaches, those suffering with psoriasis will need to plan their winter wardrobe ahead of time to avoid flare

As you get older, erectile dysfunction (ED) is something you may encounter more often. This is, typically, the case for

Despite its somewhat misleading name, tennis elbow can be caused by a variety of activities. Doing virtually anything over a

At the start of secondary school, Shania suffered from eczema. Like many older children and teenagers who have been affected

Eczema, or Atopic Dermatitis, brings everyday irritation to around 1.6 million people in the UK. Although it is not currently

After years of practice and dedication to your instrument, you have found yourself suffering from shooting pains in your elbow,