Don't let Easter treats ruin your good teeth-cleaning habits The shops have been full of chocolate eggs, bunnies and - in some places - avocados since Christmas, and many of us will be looking forward to tucking into some sweet treats over the Easter weekend, especially if you'd given chocolate up for Lent.  But with an increase in sugary treats comes an increased risk of tooth decay. The Change For Life campaign has put together some top tips for teeth, below, and you can also click here to find out more about dental health on the NHS website including information on how to find an NHS dentist.

Hanley Town Hall to turn purple for National Epilepsy Awareness Day (Monday, March 26)

A public building in Stoke-on-Trent will be joining forces with the iconic Blackpool Tower to raise awareness of a debilitating condition that affects more than 2,200 people in the city.

Hanley Town Hall will be turning purple on Monday, March 26 in honour of National Epilepsy Awareness Day.

Purple lights will illuminate the city centre building from 6.30pm – at the same time that Blackpool Tower is lit up.

The international ‘Purple Day’ campaign aims to increase awareness about epilepsy worldwide. On this day, people across the world are encouraged to wear purple and host events to show their support.

Epilepsy is a condition of the brain that is characterised by recurrent seizures. A seizure may take many different forms, including a blank stare, muscle spasms, uncontrolled movements, altered awareness, odd sensations, or a convulsion. In more than half of those people with epilepsy, seizures can be well controlled with medication.

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