HuffPost UK
02/20/2026
Expert Shares The Hidden Gender Gap In Bereavement
Women are disproportionately burdened with death admin in the UK.
Sarah-Louise Kelly
Freelance Writer
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Women are disproportionately burdened with death admin in the UK.
What if your sex life doesn't peak in your 20s? Meet Stella, 78, who says pleasure doesn't expire; it adapts, deepens and changes with time.
Small fixes to problems like uneven pavements would be a "lifeline".
"We all need a break sometimes, especially when the world feels like it's on fire."
One expert is tackling the crisis that blind people face with their periods.
Families rank financial institutions among the least helpful when dealing with a loved one's death, according to one report.
Everything feels heavy right now but you can still do good.
Dating app users are done with being nonchalant and it's about time.
It wasn't easy, but it was worth it.
It's 2023, we should be doing much better than this.
We are still failing young people.
The "stages of grief" are far more nuanced than you'd think.
"Each new lover is a fresh experience of love and intimacy that keeps me feeling desirable and young."
Knowing what to expect could save your life.
Instead of asking people to reach out, this is how we can offer practical support.
Fibroids can lead to infertility, anaemia and fatigue, so why aren't we discussing them more?
"Becoming a parent is the single best thing I've ever done."
The diagnosis process for Endometriosis is often difficult, but this could all be about to change.
HuffPost UK spoke exclusively with paralympic athlete Stef Reid.
This is worrying in the fight against misinformation.
It's hard to know the right thing to do, but thankfully these do help.
The UK feels increasingly unsafe for the trans community.
If you need me, I'll be looking at the stars.
A little creativity goes a long way with burnt vegetables...
This year has seen a record number of children stuck in damaging temporary accommodation, which is often grotty, miserable, and overcrowded.
This is a world-first for disabled children.
Two thirds of neurodivergent people give up due to difficulties in the process of buying a home.
HuffPost UK spoke exclusively with Sarah Vickers, Head of Intel's Olympic and Paralympic Program to learn more about how technology has improved the Olympic and Paralympic Games this year.
Going into her fourth year of grief, she's chosen to honour her mum's memory by trying to make the most of the life she's been given - despite her overwhelming sadness. Since the beginning of March, Kait has been chronicling her grief and self-care journey with the hashtag #LetsNotRot.
Around one in ten people in the UK is thought to have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - a condition that affects the digestive system and causes symptoms such as stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea, and constipation. It's often thought to be triggered by stress, oversensitive guts and family history.
As Britain is living through financial difficulties with the cost of living crisis, people are finding ways to save money and cut down on their financial outgoings. One that is growing in popularity is foraging - obtaining food from nature for free.
Euan's Guide - a disabled access charity known for EuansGuide.com, a disabled access review website - have released their annual Access Survey and the results make for seriously grim reading. The survey was taken by 7,500 people, making it the largest survey of its kind in the UK.
Does the thought of taking the strides to become a seasoned hiker fill you with dread? Are you unsure if you have the stamina for stomping? Good news - there's a new TikTok fitness trend for you. Enter: soft hiking. The trend was popularised by the account @softgirlswhohike, run by two women called Lucy and Emily.
This week, we caught up with SLK Digital's very own Sarah-Louise Kelly to find out what albums she's been listening to on repeat throughout lockdown. SLK Digital focuses on helping local businesses and individuals with their digital marketing, copywriting Skills and lots more! Find out what Sarah-Louise's top lockdown albums are below...
During lockdown, Haroon Mota set up a group called Muslim Hikers which has since grown in popularity, with hundreds of people from the group coming together across the UK to explore the great outdoors together. However, on Christmas Day 2021, members of the group faced racist abuse online when they posted photos of their big hike.
"The loss will be with you forever but your world will grow around that grief."
The nurse said that death doesn't have to be scary and, in fact, it can be 'fascinating'.
56% of people surveyed said gardening provides a sense of routine and purpose while grieving.
Grief doesn't always look like we think it does.
"My career so far has been quite mad, and this is another job for me to challenge myself really."
During this Disability Pride Month, one expert is calling for more accessibility at live music events.
The campaign from the CoorDown pulls no punches when it comes to societal prejudice.
The number of public toilets in the UK has dropped from 6,087 in 2000, to just 3,990 over the last 10 years.
"If I get too cold I can get ill," says Laura Smith, who lives with MS. "My symptoms get so bad that I can't move and am at much higher risk of falling."
The singer has spoken frankly about being diagnosed with Tourette's Syndrome over the past year.
Treat yourself to some crust - especially if you have a chronic health condition.
The "activity gap" and why sport is essential for mental health and social connection.
Action needs to be taken, now.
"When you are together, you can create a home wherever you are."
We conceived two miracle babies but our sexuality prevented us from getting NHS care.
NHS England has set an ambitious target to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.
"With this new study, we'll be able to understand better what patterns exist and determine the consequences of the episode over time."
Llama DNA could play a crucial part in HIV therapy.
One TikTok user has highlighted the inaccessibility of pregnancy tests.
We spoke with dating and relationships expert Dr Tara to learn more about modern dating and how we can love ourselves more.
"The best part of a relationship is the connection we build with another human."
This Pride month, we could all learn a little something.
From 'woke' to 'gaslighting' - a Leeds University academic is concerned about our misuse of words.
There's a good reason they're so enjoyable to watch.
Almost a quarter (23%) of Brits have suffered physical health effects because of a broken heart.
Yeah, sex is different as we age - but that's not necessarily a bad thing.
Even just small changes to a bathroom can help dementia patients
"I received no support and did my best to provide care for the children with no emotional or financial help. had to give up my job and my bed - I had to sleep on the sofa, and I'm still there."
A new study has found that the financial constraints of fertility care are forcing families to seek medical treatment abroad.
City life can get too much for some people.
88% of people affected by dementia have not contacted a dementia charity for support.
38% of UK young women girls will avoid watching the Euro final with others this weekend.
Sensory bins are accessible learning tools for young children.
Pets offer a wealth of lifestyle benefits.
People with dementia are at greater risk of dehydration.
If you're not ready or don't want to give up meat, this is a great compromise.
Days like Father's Day can make grieving even harder.
Live music can be fun for all the family but for young children, it's important to be extra-cautious.
Listen, becoming friends with a crow wasn't on my to-do list either but I have to now.
"Being surrounded by trees, plants and wildlife can evoke feelings of wonder and awe in children."
I'm in caw.
It should be safe to workout outdoors.
Yup, it's very much a thing.
Exercise and fitness do not have to be gruelling to be worthwhile.
I always knew dolphins were cheeky but their relationship with pufferfish is hilarious.
I didn't think death was always pretty but this is a little more grim than I expected.
Hiding from the news isn't really an option, but we could help ourselves with taking it in.
"With this new study, we'll be able to understand better what patterns exist and determine the consequences of the episode over time."
This exciting new development could make dementia diagnosis a lot simpler.
Some common medications put you at risk of overheating during warmer temperatures.
They're an ideal solution if you're due on while you're on holiday, but are period delay pills safe?
"It's not rocket science, it's just dinner."
HuffPost UK spoke with Olympic swimmer Izzy Thorpe and Swim England CEO Andy Salmon to learn more about the benefits of swimming for children.
"It was scary putting myself out there at first, but I've ended up happier than I've ever been, and have built new and existing connections that continue to enrich my life."
Listening to the same music that you enjoyed as a teenager is actually a very good thing.