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Weight loss jabs study begins after reports of pancreas issues

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 13:11
There have been hundreds of cases of acute pancreatitis in people who have also taken Mounjaro, Ozempic and Wegovy.
Categories: National News

Womb lining test offers miscarriage hope to women

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 01:01
The test can measure whether an abnormal reaction in the womb could make pregnancy loss more likely.
Categories: National News

Ransomware attack contributed to patient's death

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 16:47
An NHS trust in London confirms an unexpected patient death during the cyber attack on 3 June 2024.
Categories: National News

I lost £15,000 after going to an IVF middleman

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 10:49
Companies that act as "middlemen" between patients and doctors are not regulated by the fertility watchdog.
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I lost £15,000 after going to an IVF middleman

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 10:49
Companies that act as "middlemen" between patients and doctors are not regulated by the fertility watchdog.
Categories: National News

Hot weather: How to sleep in the heat

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 09:24
Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep during hot weather.
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Millions of children at risk as vaccine uptake stalls

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 00:09
A global study finds large numbers of children are unvaccinated against diseases like measles, tuberculosis and polio, which makes outbreaks more likely.
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Watchdog 'acted irrationally' over gender clinic, court told

Tue, 06/24/2025 - 18:31
A former nurse and a mother claim the watchdog should have imposed conditions on the clinic.
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Lost something? You need an 'FBI mindset' to find it...

Tue, 06/24/2025 - 15:57
Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken discuss how to find something when you lose it.
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GP to discuss women's health issues online

Tue, 06/24/2025 - 12:17
The webinars will be run by a GP, who can answer any questions people have about women's health.
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'Just speak to someone' - Pimblett's mental health advice

Tue, 06/24/2025 - 06:08
UFC star Paddy Pimblett speaks with BBC Sport's Sam Harris about dealing with mental health issues.
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Low aspirin dose 'cuts cancer risk in some people'

Tue, 06/24/2025 - 06:03
A Newcastle University-led study looks at how the painkiller can help people with Lynch syndrome.
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At-home cervical screening tests offered in England

Tue, 06/24/2025 - 00:58
The home tests will be offered so that women can check for cervical cancer without visiting a GP.
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National inquiry announced after maternity failings

Mon, 06/23/2025 - 16:19
It will target the worst-performing trusts in England - and report back by the end of the year.
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Strict rules as GPs start to prescribe weight loss jab Mounjaro

Mon, 06/23/2025 - 09:58
NHS England says the first patients able to get the jab will be those most in need.
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Strict rules as GPs start to prescribe weight loss jab Mounjaro

Mon, 06/23/2025 - 09:58
NHS England says the first patients able to get the jab will be those most in need.
Categories: National News

'Our sister died of cancer because of our mum's conspiracy theories'

Mon, 06/23/2025 - 06:00
Paloma Shemirani’s brothers say she refused chemotherapy because of their mother’s beliefs.
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'Our sister died of cancer because of our mum's conspiracy theories'

Mon, 06/23/2025 - 06:00
Paloma Shemirani’s brothers say she refused chemotherapy because of their mother’s beliefs.
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Stop telling me to lower my cortisol - it's making me stressed!

Sun, 06/22/2025 - 00:30
Can social media hacks really help bring down your cortisol levels?
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Stop telling me to lower my cortisol - it's making me stressed!

Sun, 06/22/2025 - 00:30
Can social media hacks really help bring down your cortisol levels?
Categories: National News