The Latest Breaking News from Michael Bloomfield

Exercise can be ‘frontline treatment’ for mild depression, researchers say

Biggest improvements seen in young adults and new mothers, with group activities of most benefit

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

“The guitar that killed folk”: Mike Bloomfield’s butchered Fender Telecaster – which was used during Bob Dylan’s infamous 1965 Newport Folk Festival performance – is up for sale

The Tele was present during a change-making moment in rock ‘n’ roll history, but was later curiously modified by a left-handed player

Guitar World · Jan 13, 2025

Northern Ireland ambulance chief praises dedicated colleagues as he is made OBE

Michael Bloomfield has worked for 37 years in the public sector.

Evening Standard · Dec 30, 2024

Psilocybin may be a potential treatment for anorexia, research suggests

A single dose of the psychedelic, given alongside psychological support, is a safe and acceptable treatment for the condition, a study suggests.

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2023

'Unprecedented' attacks on 11 ambulance staff condemned as disgraceful

The Ambulance Service said that five staff members were punched, kicked, bitten and spat at at a bonfire site in the Carrickfergus area, in what it called the "most serious" of the incidents

Belfast Live · Jul 13, 2023

One in five young adults experiencing ‘severe distress’ since pandemic – study

The impact of Covid-19, the cost-of-living crisis and climate change could all be contributing to worsening mental health, researchers suggested.

The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2023

Northern Ireland emergency department patient kept waiting for over 100 hours

"As chief medical officer I have very serious concerns about the ability of the health service to get through this winter"

Belfast Live · Dec 21, 2022

Patient waited four and a half days for emergency department treatment

The chief medical officer said he has concerns about the ability of the health service in Northern Ireland to get through the winter.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022