The tragic death of reality TV star and anorexia sufferer Nikki Grahame this month is a powerful reminder of the threat from eating disorders in today’s social media-driven society, where image is everything to vulnerable younger people. One campaigner who has herself suffered from social media-fuelled eating disorder says it […]
An investigation into the effect of Covid-19, lockdowns and recession on in-person work placements – and job prospects – for graduates. There have been many changes to all aspects of people’s daily lives since the start of the Covid pandemic. We spoke to three students from the University of Sunderland who have had placements cancelled and have otherwise struggled. ‘The […]
Mind charity are hosting an eating disorder awareness week stall in Sunderland to help fight the stigma and confusion shown around eating disorders. The week starts on Monday March 2 and lasts until Friday March 8. For anyone who might want some advice or even to just see some of […]
Lucy Hallas, 21 a paramedic student from the University of Sunderland, has joined 33,318 other students in the fight for placement pay. Lucy is currently located at a patient transport service in Pallion, near her university accommodation. Students at UoS are required to work weekends and bank holidays, which may […]