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HIV-positive blood given to thalassemia patient

A major healthcare failure in India's Madhya Pradesh state sees a thalassemia patient contract HIV after receiving contaminated blood transfusion, sparking nationwide outrage and investigations.

FDA to lift UK blood donation ban

The US Food and Drug Administration proposes lifting restrictions on blood donations from British citizens, marking a significant policy shift for American healthcare safety protocols.

NY Blood Centre Declares Emergency Shortage

The New York Blood Centre has issued an emergency alert as blood supplies drop to dangerously low levels, threatening patient care across New York City and surrounding regions.

NHS Urgent Blood Clot Warning: Critical Signs

The NHS has issued a crucial warning about potentially fatal blood clots, revealing the subtle symptoms that could save your life. Learn the critical signs and when to seek emergency care.

NHS blood donor crisis over driving licence rules

Thousands of life-saving blood donors face being turned away as NHS struggles with outdated DVLA data sharing system. Discover how this bureaucratic hurdle threatens blood supplies.

Nose symptom could signal silent killer condition

Medical experts reveal how a persistent nosebleed could be your body's warning sign for dangerously high blood pressure, often called the 'silent killer' due to its lack of obvious symptoms.

Blood test detects leukaemia years before symptoms

Groundbreaking NHS research reveals a routine blood test could identify leukaemia risk years before symptoms appear, potentially revolutionising cancer diagnosis and saving thousands of lives.

Doctors' 2 Key Tips to Lower Blood Clot Risk

Medical experts share groundbreaking advice on reducing thrombosis risk through easy daily habits that could save lives. Discover the two key lifestyle adjustments backed by scientific research.

Apple Watch 11 to feature blood pressure monitoring

Exclusive: The next-generation Apple Watch Series 11 is set to feature a groundbreaking blood pressure monitoring system, marking Apple's biggest health tech leap in years. Discover how it works and its potential impact.

Sickle Cell Patients Failed by A&E Delays and Bias

Exclusive: Sickle cell patients are facing agonising delays and inadequate pain relief in A&E, with experts and charities demanding immediate NHS protocol reforms and specialist care units.

An Apple a Day Lowers Blood Pressure, Study Confirms

Groundbreaking research reveals how incorporating apples into your daily diet can significantly lower blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risk, offering a simple, natural boost to heart health.

Urgent NHS Warning For Anyone Taking Warfarin

The NHS issues a critical safety alert for millions on blood-thinning medication warfarin, warning that a popular 'superfood' can dangerously amplify its effects and lead to life-threatening haemorrhaging.

Young woman's rare disease leaves her struggling to walk

A young woman's life was turned upside down by debilitating body aches and swollen hands, leading to a shocking diagnosis of a rare autoimmune disease. Her courageous battle highlights the critical need for early diagnosis and awareness of hidden health c

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