Scottish benefits IT system costs surge to £251 million amid political backlash
Scottish benefits IT costs rise to £251m, sparking political criticism over delays and mismanagement.
Category : Health
Man, 24, dies of dementia after rare diagnosis
Andre Yarham, 24, died of frontotemporal dementia on Dec 27. His brain donated to research to help others with the rare condition.
Skink Venom Resistance Could Transform Antivenom Design
Australian skinks have evolved venom resistance through muscle receptor mutations, offering clues for antivenom design. Study in Int J Mol Sci.
NHS 'Clearly Failing' to Deliver MMR Vaccines as Measles Outbreak Spreads
MPs and experts warn NHS is failing to ensure children get MMR vaccine as measles outbreaks rise, with calls for pharmacy involvement and system reform.
MG HS tops Carwow survey as best value car in UK
The MG HS SUV has been voted the best value car in the UK by more than 100,000 drivers, praised for being spacious, well-equipped, and available as a plug-in hybrid.
Chinese Man Who Cryogenically Froze His Wife Finds New Partner
Gui Junmin cryogenically froze his wife in 2017; now in a new 'utilitarian' relationship with Wang Chunxia, sparking debates on cryonics and loss.
Joe Biden Undergoes Surgery to Remove Skin Cancer Lesions
Joe Biden had Mohs surgery to remove skin cancer lesions, his spokesperson confirmed. The former president previously had basal cell carcinoma and is battling prostate cancer.
Alice in Wonderland Syndrome: The Rare Condition Distorting Perception
A rare condition named after Lewis Carroll's Alice distorts perception of size and time, affecting sufferers like nine-year-old Josh Firth.
Babies develop 'werewolf syndrome' after hair loss drug mix-up in Spain
At least 17 children in Spain have developed hypertrichosis after being given minoxidil instead of omeprazole due to a laboratory mix-up.
Guide dog volunteer returns to Stagecoach bus after 44 years
Lesley Venters, 71, who travelled on Stagecoach's first intercity bus in 1982, returned for a training session with guide dog puppy Rusty at the firm's Dunfermline HQ.
Over 200 pregnancy-related prosecutions in US in first year after Roe v Wade overturned
Report finds at least 200 pregnancy-related prosecutions in US in year after Roe v Wade overturned, highest ever recorded; most related to substance use, not abortion.
Kent meningitis outbreak: two deaths linked to Canterbury nightclub
Two young people dead in Kent meningitis outbreak linked to nightclub; private vaccine supplies exhausted.
Daily Orange Juice May Alter Genes to Improve Heart Health
New research shows regular orange juice consumption can influence thousands of immune cell genes, helping control blood pressure and inflammation, potentially improving heart health.
Margaret Cho on Suicide Attempt, Comedy and Fighting Anti-Asian Hate
Margaret Cho discusses her 2013 suicide attempt, how comedy saved her life, and the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes during the pandemic.
Wearable 'Baby Bump' Patch Offers Round-the-Clock Monitoring for High-Risk Pregnancies
A wearable ultrasound patch for high-risk pregnancies offers continuous foetal monitoring, detecting complications like pre-eclampsia early, with potential to save lives.
Hoda Kotb's daughter learns of her breast cancer from mother's book
Hoda Kotb's daughter Haley learned about her mother's breast cancer by reading Kotb's memoir. Kotb left Today show to focus on parenting, including daughter Hope's diabetes.
Night owls at 10% higher risk of early death, study finds
Study of 433,000 people finds night owls have 10% higher risk of early death compared to early risers, plus higher rates of psychological and metabolic disorders.
Gogglebox Star Simon Minty Reveals Famous Friendship with Actress Liz Carr
Gogglebox star Simon Minty shares photo with famous friend, actress Liz Carr, delighting fans on Instagram.
Dr Amir Khan Opens Up About Winter Fatigue Struggle
TV doctor Amir Khan shares his struggle with winter fatigue, prompting fans to rally. Expert discusses seasonal affective disorder and NHS treatments.
Michael J. Fox on 'separate lives' with wife Tracy Pollan amid Parkinson's battle
Michael J. Fox discusses his marriage to Tracy Pollan, noting they lead 'separate lives' due to his Parkinson's. He also reflects on advocacy and a recent CNN error.
Zoe Ball reveals daughter Nelly also has ADHD, like her and son Woody
Zoe Ball reveals her teenage daughter Nelly also has ADHD, joining her and son Woody. She discusses managing the condition and finding order.
UK to Evacuate Critically Injured Gaza Children for NHS Care
UK government to evacuate critically injured Gaza children for NHS care, following private charity scheme and political pressure.
Jennifer Aniston's 29p Superfood Secret for a Youthful Glow
Jennifer Aniston's secret to a youthful glow is a 29p quinoa salad topping, packed with protein, fibre, and essential nutrients.
Texas Attorney General Sues Pfizer Over Covid-19 Vaccine Claims
Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Pfizer for allegedly exaggerating Covid-19 vaccine effectiveness, seeking penalties over $10m.
Young Woman's Melanoma Warning After GPs Dismissed Concerns
BBC journalist Sarah Lee, 29, diagnosed with stage three melanoma after three GPs dismissed her mole as a fungus. Now urging others to be persistent.
Alex Jones Reveals Insomnia Juggling Motherhood and Career
The One Show host Alex Jones says she sometimes suffers from insomnia because 'my head never stops' as she balances work and raising three children.
European Pharma Stocks Hit Four-Month Low on Trump Tariff Threats
European pharma stocks hit four-month low as Trump repeats tariff threats; Bayer, Novo Nordisk fall; firms like AstraZeneca boost US investment.
Louise Thompson says 'we deserve to grow our family' in surrogacy update
Louise Thompson and Ryan Libbey share surrogacy update on This Morning four years after traumatic birth, with Ryan struggling to accept the process emotionally.
Streeting: Reform UK’s health plan would cost £1.7bn, benefit wealthiest
Health secretary Wes Streeting will say Reform UK’s private health insurance tax relief would cost £1.7bn and is a tax cut for the wealthiest.
Australia’s Thriving Kids Programme to Move Children Under Nine Off NDIS
Australia's new Thriving Kids programme will move children under nine with mild developmental delays off the NDIS from October.
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