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14 May 2020

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Covid-19 Series. Mental Health Awareness Week. WWTW Twitter Takeover

Next week marks Mental Health Awareness Week and as part of this, we're hosting a mental health Twitter takeover on Monday May 18th.

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14 May 2020

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Walking With The Wounded Steps Up COVID-19 Support With Launch Of OP-REGEN A New Volunteering Project

Partnering with Global Production Squad to provide front line support to those affected by COVID-19

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12 May 2020

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Morrisons' VE Day Veterans Pie

Morrisons ‘Veterans Pie’ makes a comeback to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of VE Day

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10 May 2020

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COVID-19 Series. Keeping well and looking after your mental health.

We have all been in lockdown for a number of weeks and months. WWTW Clinical Lead, Carolyn, has put together some top tips to help you look after your mental health during this time.

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07 May 2020

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Covid-19 Series. Q+A with WWTW Mental Health Therapist Ben Amponsah

Ben Amponsah offers his top tips for looking after your mental health

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06 May 2020

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Covid-19 Series. Monitoring your alcohol intake and staying safe- Written by Carolyn Brown.

During the current lockdown, it could be that all the structure and routine you had put into your daily life has now flown out of the window – leading to boredom, isolation and increased stress; triggers that may cause you to increase your alcohol intake.

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05 May 2020

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The Athlete Media Group launches "Champions of Purpose" campaign with Ocean Outdoor, featuring WWTW Ambassador, Duncan Slater.

Sports start-up, The Athlete Media Group (AMG), has launched a nationwide outdoor campaign thanks to Ocean Outdoor’s £10m SME Support Scheme.

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01 May 2020

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Covid-19 Series. Coping with anxiety and depression - Written by Carolyn Brown.

During the current COVID restrictions many will probably be feeling higher levels of anxiety. There are a huge number of changes going on in our day to day lives which can feel overwhelming and can cause strong emotional responses. These symptoms are very likely to be particularly intense during the current lockdown.

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01 May 2020

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WWTW Supports NHS Recruitment Drive Through Step Into Health Programme

Step Into Health (SITH) offers a clear pathway for veterans to access careers in the NHS. The programme was initially developed in 2014 by Walking With The Wounded in partnership with Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and the NHS Foundation Trust.

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29 April 2020

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BBC DIY SOS Showcases WWTW Canada Street

In 2015, DIY SOS redeveloped ‘Canada Street’ a dilapidated street on the outskirts of Manchester. The aim was to create a ‘Veterans Village’ and provide supported accommodation to ex-military personnel and their families. This Thursday (April 30th) at 8pm on BBC One, DIY SOS will once again showcase the incredible work they carried out developing Canada Street and supporting those who have served.