Cayenne Pepper: The Spice That Benefits Vision and Heart Health
Cayenne pepper offers vitamins A, C, and antioxidants that support eye and heart health, says dietitian Alexis Supan.
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Hospital infections 'killed and poisoned' loved ones, families tell Scottish inquiry
Families of patients at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital say infections linked to building flaws killed loved ones, ahead of inquiry closing submissions.
30-minute heat exhaustion sign means call 999
NHS doctor Dr Safa Al-Musawi warns that if someone is still unwell after 30 minutes of cooling, call 999 as heatstroke may have set in.
Junior Doctors Begin Strike as Wes Streeting Says Action Has Cost £3 Billion
Junior doctors in England begin six-day strike; Health Secretary Wes Streeting says cost of strikes could have built hospitals.
Mum says eight-year-old son 'fading every day' after childhood dementia diagnosis
Gateshead mum Georgia Nonas shares story of son Cody, 8, diagnosed with Sanfilippo syndrome (childhood dementia) at age three, as she watches him decline.
Government Experts Urge All UK Adults to Take Vitamin D Pills
Government experts propose all UK adults take vitamin D supplements due to lack of sunshine and widespread deficiency.
Young cancer patients in UK face ‘inequality of fertility provision’
Study finds wide variation in fertility preservation services for young cancer patients across the UK, calling for centralised NHS funding.
PIP Payment Rates Increase Confirmed for April
DWP confirms PIP rates increase from April 6, with maximum annual payment rising to £10,119.20. Review ongoing.
Morrisons Recalls Cashews Over Possible Glass Contamination
Morrisons recalls Savers Cashews (125g) due to possible glass pieces. Customers urged to return for refund.
Pork Fat Ranks Higher Than Many Fruits and Vegetables in Nutrition Study
Pork fat (lard) has been ranked the 8th healthiest food, outperforming many fruits and vegetables. It is rich in B vitamins and monounsaturated fats.
Baby Dies of Whooping Cough Amid Record Low Vaccination Rates
A baby in the UK has died from whooping cough, the first such death this year, as vaccination rates fall to a 15-year low.
Kate McCann Reveals Depression and Suicidal Thoughts in New Book
Kate McCann reveals depression and suicidal thoughts in new book about Madeleine's abduction, saying she wanted to swim out to sea.
Labour MPs Revolt Against NHS Private Finance Plans
40 Labour MPs, including Cat Eccles and Clive Lewis, urge Rachel Reeves to abandon private finance plans for NHS buildings, warning of high costs and debt.
Anya Hindmarch Launches Playful Boots Collaboration
Designer Anya Hindmarch reimagines classic Boots toiletries with playful graphics and a special Universal Bag, available for a limited time.
Mum, 51, Defies Age with IVF Twins Despite Public Criticism
Caroline Morgan, 53, shares her journey of having twins at 51 via IVF, facing age criticism and health challenges but embracing motherhood.
Veteran ESPN Broadcaster Dick Vitale Announces Fifth Cancer Diagnosis
ESPN's Dick Vitale, 86, announces fifth cancer diagnosis, melanoma in lung and liver, but remains optimistic about treatment and fundraising.
Ron DeSantis Moves to Permanently Ban Covid Mandates in Florida
Ron DeSantis proposes permanent ban on Covid mandates, including mask requirements and vaccine passports, in Florida.
Water-Related Deaths in UK Heatwave Reach 15 After Girl Dies in North Yorkshire
At least 15 people have died in water-related incidents during the UK heatwave, including a 13-year-old girl in North Yorkshire.
Boy, 13, tearfully thanks friend after leukaemia all-clear
13-year-old Hughie tearfully thanks best friend Freddie after being given leukaemia all-clear, following thousands raised for charity.
Vance Halts $250M in Medicaid Payments to Minnesota Over Fraud
VP Vance halts over $250M in Medicaid funds to Minnesota over fraud, with Oz warning other states will face similar action.
Skin Cells Transformed Into Human Eggs in Fertility Breakthrough
Scientists turn human skin cells into eggs, offering potential for older women and same-sex couples; proof of concept, but decade away.
Wife says police fatally shot her husband during mental health crisis
Wife of Takar Smith says she sought police help for his mental health crisis, but officers shot him dead in his Los Angeles apartment.
NHS denies blood test cancellations due to green policy
The NHS has denied claims that blood tests have been cancelled due to a net zero policy limiting air conditioning, as GP practices struggle to keep room temperatures below 25C needed for blood samples.
Stacey Dooley on Motherhood's Unexpected Vulnerabilities
Stacey Dooley reveals how motherhood caught her off guard, from sleep deprivation to a new sense of vulnerability.
Inquests Reveal Repeated Failings in Mental Health Care for Teens and Adults
Observer investigation finds coroners flagged staffing and service failings in 56 mental health deaths since 2015, with long waits and bed shortages.
Teenager Freezes Eggs After Perimenopause at 19
Kira Jones was shocked to learn she was perimenopausal at 19 with an ovarian reserve similar to a 40-year-old, leading her to freeze her eggs to preserve her chance of starting a family.
Record 420,000 patients faced 12-hour A&E waits in England last year
Record 420,000 patients in England faced 12-hour A&E waits last year, a 20% increase on 2022, Liberal Democrats analysis shows.
Katherine Ryan Calls for Miscarriage Education After 'Shameful' Experience
Katherine Ryan reveals miscarriage shame, calls for miscarriage education in schools after feeling embarrassed and lonely.
Baby Dies Following Medical Emergency in Llanybydder
A baby has died after a medical emergency in Llanybydder, Carmarthenshire. Police are assisting the coroner and supporting the family.
Care Home Error Led to Grandmother's Choking Death
An 88-year-old grandmother choked to death at a care home after being given the wrong food, a coroner ruled, citing staff training and diet plan failures.
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