Ongoing FDA Safety Review of Association between Stimulants used for ADHD and Sudden Death in Children

Dynamed
In the past, concern had been raised that the use of stimulants in patients with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and underlying heart disease may increase risk for sudden cardiac death. A newly published study has reported an association between stimulant use and risk of sudden death in children and adolescents without known cardiac risk factors.

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Heatwave Alert Warnng Raised

Department of Health
The Met Office has raised the heatwave warning alert again today on behalf of the Department of Health.

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Moving on Up

Mental Health Foundation
This report from the Mental Health Foundation reveals the barriers that are preventing patients with mild or moderate depression from accessing exercise on prescription.

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Vegetarians get less cancer

NHS Choices
Vegetarians are less likely to develop cancer than meat eaters, according to several newspapers. The findings come from the pooled results of two large studies, which looked at cancer rates and dietary habits in 61,566 people.

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Supporting People with Autism Through Adulthood

National Audit Office
This report examines the effectiveness of support services to adults with autism and their carers in England, including health and social care, education, benefits and employment support.
There is a DVD available which illustrates the points made in this document. Its content can be viewed here and copies of the DVD can be obtained via enquiries@nao.gsi.gov.uk

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Leeds Learning Disability Strategy 2009-2012

Healthy Leeds
This three-year strategy was launched on the 26th June. The document is available in easy read and full text versions. It provides a clear strategic direction for the support and services for people with learning disabilities in Leeds. It identifies clear objectives and actions for the next three years for how to make this strategy a reality.

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The Great British Duck Race 2009

NSPCC
On the 6th September, the Great British Duck Race 2009 takes place. Individual plastic ducks are released to race on the Thames, and the winning duck's owner will receive £10,000!
Ducks can be purchased through the event website www.thegreatbritishduckrace.co.uk for the price of £2 per duck, with the option to donate more. All income from the donations will be allocated to the Child's Voice Appeal.

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