Infected blood victim Brian Langford dies after fight
Brian Langford, who received infected blood as a teenager, died on January 1 after a lifetime of fighting for compensation. Welsh victims still await payments.
Category : Health
Tributes and funeral notices: 18 lives remembered
The Liverpool ECHO has published tributes and funeral notices for 18 people this week, with services across Merseyside, including Valerie Appleton, Violet Falder and George Harrison.
Burnham backs Primodos campaigners in justice fight
New PM Andy Burnham backs Primodos campaigners in first major Commons speech, raising hopes of justice for families harmed by hormone pregnancy tests.
Mum says baby's grave too painful after Kawasaki disease
A mother whose six-month-old son died from undetected Kawasaki disease after being sent home from hospital says visiting his grave is still too painful.
Tarot horoscope August 3-9: Cards for every sign
Venus moves into Libra at the start of August, setting a romantic and diplomatic tone for the week. Here is the tarot card for each sign and what it means.
Cancer at 19 changed my life for the better
At 19, Enlli Thompson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, had chemotherapy, a hysterectomy and menopause before 20, and says it changed her life for the better.
Fluffier scones: the simple ingredient that helps them rise
Using buttermilk instead of regular milk makes scones fluffier and helps them rise higher, as baker Lizzie Crowther shares her adapted recipe.
Buttermilk swap makes scones fluffier and lighter
A simple ingredient, buttermilk, can make homemade scones fluffier and lighter, according to baker Lizzie Crowther, who adapted Mary Berry's recipe.
Chocolate Biscuits Beat Hobnobs for 9p in 20 Minutes
Homemade oaty chocolate biscuits are cheaper than Hobnobs: just 9p each, 20 minutes to make, six simple ingredients, and a far less processed alternative.
Stop frying bacon: oven trick makes it crispier and tastier
Frying bacon in a pan often leaves it limp, greasy and charred. There is a simpler oven method that makes it crispy, golden and tastier with less mess.
Scones fluffy with buttermilk swap for milk
Using buttermilk instead of milk gives scones a beautiful airy texture, says baker Lizzie Crowther, who shares her recipe for light, fluffy scones.
Mum with 10 years of bad sleep praises 55p drops
A mum who slept badly for nearly 10 years says BlueIron Liquid Iron Drops, now £13.60 on Amazon, have boosted her energy and improved her sleep.
Blueberry muffins fluffier with this one simple ingredient
A Canadian recipe reveals that maple syrup is the secret to deliciously fluffier blueberry muffins, taking just 20 minutes to prepare and 20 to bake.
Apple a day 'not far off the mark', says gut expert
Gut expert Dr Emily Leeming says apples support immunity via gut health, offering microbes and fibre. No single food prevents illness, but variety helps.
Princess of Wales's 'short and sharp' trips help ease 'mum guilt', says royal expert
The Princess of Wales's recent Italy trip was 'short and sharp' to ease mum guilt, says royal expert Jennie Bond, as Kate prioritises her children.
Five babies die in whooping cough outbreak as vaccination plea issued
Five babies in England have died from whooping cough in early 2024, with UKHSA urging vaccination as cases surge.
Nottingham maternity scandal inquiry finds failings affected 500 mothers and babies
Inquiry finds 500 mothers and babies affected by poor care at Nottingham NHS trust, citing toxic culture and understaffing.
Boy becomes first in UK to have heart hole repaired with dissolvable patch
An 11-year-old boy becomes the first in the UK to have a heart hole repaired with a dissolvable patch, allowing him to pursue his dream of scuba diving.
Mother dies after life-savings cosmetic surgery in Colombia
A 31-year-old mother died during cosmetic surgery in Colombia after spending her family’s life savings. An investigation is underway.
Stars urge RHS to lift gnome ban permanently at Chelsea Flower Show
Celebrities including Bill Bailey and Alan Titchmarsh call for a permanent end to the gnome ban at Chelsea Flower Show, as painted gnomes are auctioned for charity.
Doctor who hated British weather chat loses £100k unfair dismissal claim
Belarusian NHS doctor Dr Maryna Anatolyeva loses £100k unfair dismissal claim after being fired for poor communication, including struggling with small talk and weather chat.
Oat trick: Blend this 85p ingredient first for thicker, creamier smoothies
Learn how blending oats first can make smoothies thicker and creamier, using an 85p ingredient from Tesco, avoiding common drawbacks.
Dentist warns weight-loss jabs could damage teeth and gums
Dentist Dr Dalel Trabelsi warns weight-loss jabs may harm oral health, citing dry mouth, acid reflux, and nutrient deficiencies.
Streeting's NHS overhaul: A high-stakes gamble with waiting lists in focus
Wes Streeting approves major NHS restructuring, cutting 18,000 jobs to save £1bn, with waiting lists falling but public unaware, as he faces political and union challenges.
Social landlords face new legal duty to fix mould quickly after Awaab Ishak death
New rules require social landlords to fix mould and damp quickly after Awaab Ishak's death. Learn about health risks and prevention.
Maternal deaths climb in UK even as births fall, official data reveals
Maternal deaths in the UK rose to 254 in 2021-23 despite fewer births, prompting criticism and a government investigation into NHS maternity care.
Borderline super-recogniser explains why strangers can look familiar
A woman who often mistakes strangers for familiar people discovers she is a 'borderline super-recogniser' in facial recognition tests.
Bride-to-be may only manage two Haribo at wedding after stomach paralysis
Gabriella Overton, 33, from Eastbourne, has gastroparesis and may only eat a couple of Haribo on her wedding day. She wants to raise awareness of invisible illness.
Genomic test could spare many breast cancer patients chemotherapy, trial finds
International trial led by UCL suggests women with low genomic test scores can safely avoid chemotherapy and use hormone therapy alone.
Best Air Fryers for Crispy Roast Potatoes: Expert-Tested Top Picks
Discover the best air fryers tested by experts, ideal for crispy roast potatoes. Top picks include Ninja, Russell Hobbs, and Cuisinart models.
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