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Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 11 to 17 May 2026, with this year's theme set by the Mental Health Foundation: Take Action. The message is clear that while awareness matters, meaningful change comes from what we actually do. And action does not need to be big...

Benzodiazepines (often called benzos) can help some people manage anxiety, sleep or withdrawal symptoms. Some people are prescribed them by a doctor, and others buy them from the street. However you use them, you deserve to be safe and supported. During the festive...

For Alcohol Awareness Week, Jason, a volunteer on the alcohol team at Wirral Ways, shares three signs from his own experience that alcohol had become a problem. https://youtu.be/h7oABMBj9c8 Drinking at any time, for any reason "Alcohol became a problem for me. I would...

The festive season can bring changes to the way drugs are supplied and sold. This can happen for lots of reasons, including travel disruption, dealers changing suppliers, or substances being cut differently to keep up with demand. Even if something looks the same as...

Ramadan Mubarak to everyone observing. As Ramadan approaches, we recognise that many people will be thinking carefully about how fasting fits alongside their health, wellbeing, and any medication they are prescribed. At Wirral Ways, we want to reassure you that your...

For International Sex Workers Day, Sarah McIntyre, Women's Wellbeing Coordinator at Wirral Ways, shares her top three tips for staying safe. https://youtu.be/ivUyY69WDbY Tell someone you trust Before you start work, let someone you trust know where you'll be. Share...

Freshers’ Week is a big moment – new friends, new places, new freedom. It’s all about enjoying yourself and making the most of student life. But with so much going on, it’s easy to get carried away. At Wirral Ways, we want you to have a brilliant time while also...

The festive season means different things to different people. For many, it is a chance to relax, catch up with family and friends, and take a break from the day-to-day pressures of life. For others, this time of year can feel complicated. Money worries, loneliness,...

Heading to a festival this summer? Ruby, Health and Wellbeing Support Worker at Wirral Ways, shares three common mistakes to avoid. https://youtu.be/OUCT4jUX2eA Mixing substances without knowing how they interact Mixing a substance with alcohol, or one substance with...

The festive season often comes with more social events, family gatherings and opportunities to drink. For many people this can feel enjoyable, although for others it can bring pressure, cravings or risks that feel harder to manage. You might find yourself drinking...