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Health · East of England

Neurodivergent woman's Lego passion helps her focus

Al Palmer, 23, from near Norwich, says building with Lego helps her focus and unwind from everyday stresses. She was among the first customers at the new Norwich Lego store and shares her hobby with an online community.

BBC News Norfolk 1 Nov 2026

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Health · South West

Charity celebrates 40 years as 'a beacon of hope'

The Bristol Drugs Project is marking 40 years of support, including its Creative Communities arts-based recovery scheme. People like Alison Felton and Delroy Decordova have found their creativity and confidence again through the charity's music, drama and poetry activities, and the charity will hold an anniversary event at St George's Hall on 3 November.

BBC News Bristol 1 Nov 2026

Health · East Midlands

Cancer survivor racks up 250th parkrun

Robin Ford, from Ruddington in Nottinghamshire, has completed his 250th parkrun ten years after being diagnosed with terminal kidney cancer. After surgery and recovery, he joined the 5k Your Way programme and has steadily improved his time at the weekly event. He says every visit is a win.

BBC Nottinghamshire 1 Nov 2026

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