🧩 New Autism Research Uncovers Subtypes

A groundbreaking study has identified biological subtypes of autism—offering hope for more personalised support and interventions in future.

What could this mean for diagnosis and care? 👉
https://www.independent.co.uk/....news/health/autism-s

#autismawareness #neurodiversitymatters #wetalkcare #sendsupport #autismresearch #understandingautism

Major autism breakthrough could revolutionise treatments and care | The Independent
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Major autism breakthrough could revolutionise treatments and care | The Independent

The ‘person-centred’ research found four distinct subtypes of autism that researchers believe could be vital in understanding the biology of the genetic condition
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Caring in the Heat: Skin and Sweating Issues in Parkinson’s | ##wetalkcare #parkinsonssupport #caringinsummer #carerscommunity #skinhealth #summercaretips #unpaidcarers #parkinsonsawareness

Caring in the Heat: Skin and Sweating Issues in Parkinson’s

Caring in the Heat: Skin and Sweating Issues in Parkinson’s

If you’re caring for someone with Parkinson’s, you may notice changes in how their body handles temperature. They may sweat excessively, barely sweat at all, or experience skin that’s overly dry, oily, or itchy.

💷 Carers Retire Poorer – The Pension Gap Persists

New research shows carers retire with much less than average—despite years of unpaid labour. The pension gap is real, and it's time it got national attention.

📖 https://moneyweek.com/personal....-finance/pensions/ca

💬 How do we better protect those who give up work to care for others?

#carersrights #pensionequality #wetalkcare #financialwellbeing #carersupport

Carers retire with an average pension of just £6,750 | MoneyWeek
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Carers retire with an average pension of just £6,750 | MoneyWeek

A growing pensions gap shows carers retire with significantly less private pension income than the national average.
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🩺 “Unworkable, unaffordable, and naive” — Assisted Dying Law Faces Backlash from Care Leaders

Leading UK social care groups have raised serious concerns about the proposed Assisted Dying Bill, warning it could put vulnerable people at risk and create ethical and financial challenges for the care sector.

📖 Read the full article: https://news.sky.com/story/ass....isted-dying-law-unwo

Where do you stand on assisted dying? A difficult, emotional topic — but one that deserves open, respectful discussion within the caring community.

#assisteddying #socialcareethics #wetalkcare #carervoices #endoflifecare #youarenotalone

Assisted dying law 'unworkable, unaffordable and naive', says partnership of UK's leading social care groups | UK News | Sky News
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Assisted dying law 'unworkable, unaffordable and naive', says partnership of UK's leading social care groups | UK News | Sky News

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill returns to the House of Commons on Friday. But a group of leading social care organisations has raised concerns over the proposed change to the law, flagging worries about coercion.
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Planning Ahead: A Carer’s Guide to Advance Care Planning | ##advancecareplanning #wetalkcare #carersupport #endoflifecare #planningahead #youarenotalone #familycaregivers

Planning Ahead: A Carer’s Guide to Advance Care Planning

Planning Ahead: A Carer’s Guide to Advance Care Planning

This guide is here to help you understand what advance care planning is, why it matters, and how you, as a carer or family member, can gently support your loved one through it.

🤖 Robots, sensors, and AI in social care — the future is here... but are we ready for it?

From facial recognition apps that detect pain to robots training the next generation of carers, technology is becoming an increasingly visible part of the UK’s care landscape.

While some innovations are helping carers work smarter and improve safety, experts are warning: AI should support, not replace, the human touch.
Read the full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62z5yl2l1lo

💬 What do you think — would you feel comfortable with AI helping to monitor or care for your loved one? Is it a helpful tool, or does it raise concerns about dignity and data privacy?

Join the conversation at We Talk Care — where carers talk about real issues, together.

#socialcare #aiincare #wetalkcare #carervoices #digitalhealth #ethicaltech #eldercare #futureofcare #supportforcarers #youarenotalone

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Apps to detect pain and robots training carers, how the care industry is changing in the UK.

🏥 Hospices in Crisis: Funding Gaps Threaten UK End-of-Life Care

A new report reveals that UK hospices are struggling due to funding shortfalls, leading to reduced services and growing pressure on families and carers.

📖 Read the full article: https://www.theguardian.com/so....ciety/2025/mar/24/ho

Have you relied on hospice care for a loved one? What are your thoughts on the future of palliative support?

#palliativecare #endoflifesupport #wetalkcare #hospicefundingcrisis #caregivervoices #supportforcarers

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🧩 Why Language Matters: Farage Criticised for Labelling Neurodiverse People ‘Victims’

A backlash is growing against comments made by Nigel Farage, who described neurodiverse individuals as “victims”. Experts and advocates say this language is dangerously out of touch.

📖 Read more: https://www.consultancy.uk/new....s/39973/dangerously-

How do you feel when public figures talk about neurodiversity this way? Let's stand together for acceptance, not stigma.

#neurodiversitymatters #inclusion #wetalkcare #autismacceptance #adhdawareness #wordsmatter

'Dangerously out of touch' Farage wrong to label neurodiverse people as 'victims'
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'Dangerously out of touch' Farage wrong to label neurodiverse people as 'victims'

As the UK local elections approach, Reform politician Nigel Farage has been castigated for comments which present people diagnosed with autism as “victims”.