Diphtheria Outbreak Spreads Across Australian States, Health Minister Warns
Australia faces its biggest diphtheria outbreak in decades, with cases spreading across NT, WA, SA, and Queensland amid falling vaccination rates.
Category : Health
UK Parents Warned as Six Children Die from Strep A Infections
UK Health Security Agency issues rare alert after six children die from Strep A; parents urged to watch for symptoms and seek medical help.
California Couple Sues Fertility Doctor Over IVF Mixup
California couple sues fertility doctor for alleged IVF mix-up in 1980s, leading to twins born with stranger's sperm; DNA tests reveal truth decades later.
NHS AI Tool Detects Breast Cancers Missed by Human Doctors
An NHS AI pilot found 11 breast cancers missed by doctors, including a 6mm tumour caught early. The tool could speed up diagnoses.
Mary Berry's 15-minute pasta dish praised as quick and delicious
Mary Berry's 15-minute pasta recipe, using crème fraîche and Parma ham, is a quick family meal perfect for midweek dinners or casual supper parties.
NHS to launch online hospitals with video consultations for nine conditions
NHS Online will offer video consultations for nine conditions including menopause, prostate, and eye problems, aiming to cut waiting lists.
Mum Loses 5st and Saves £400 a Month by Ditching Takeaways
Amy Yates, 27, lost 5 stone and saves £400 monthly by replacing takeaways with homemade meals. She was inspired after seeing holiday photos.
Hospital Fined £100,000 Over New Mother's Drug Error Death
Hospital trust fined £100,000 after new mother Mayra Cabrera died from wrong drug administered during labour, ruled unlawful killing.
Two in three UK doctors suffer 'moral distress' from overstretched NHS, study finds
Study finds 65% of UK doctors suffer moral distress due to NHS overstretch and cost of living crisis, with GPs worst affected.
AI headset predicts epileptic seizures, giving patients crucial warning
Scottish scientists develop AI headset that predicts epileptic seizures with 95% accuracy, giving patients time to respond and stay safe.
Kent Meningitis Cases Drop to 20 as Vaccination Drive Progresses
Kent meningitis outbreak stabilises at 20 cases; vaccination drive for 5,000 students underway amid national jab shortage.
Search for Life Must Be Top Priority for Crewed Mars Missions, Report Says
NASEM report says searching for life must be the main scientific objective for first crewed Mars missions, outlining 11 priorities and potential campaigns.
Overseas Nurse Recruitment to UK Plummets by 50% Amid Racism and Immigration Rule Changes
Overseas nurse and midwife recruitment to the UK has halved, with racism and immigration rule changes cited as causes, threatening NHS staffing.
Expert Sleep Hacks for Women Over 40
Sleep experts share essential tips and products for women over 40 to improve rest, including mattresses, bedding, and wearable tech.
Gen Z Drinking and Drug Use Surge in Early Twenties, Study Finds
UCL study finds binge drinking and drug use surge among Gen Z in early twenties, challenging 'generation sensible' label.
Virgin Island contestant Joy, 22, shares painful vaginismus struggle
Virgin Island contestant Joy, 22, reveals her struggle with vaginismus, a condition causing painful or impossible penetrative sex, and experts explain causes and treatments.
Deloitte and Zoom's Parental Leave Cuts May Backfire, Experts Warn
Deloitte and Zoom reduce parental leave benefits; experts warn cuts could hurt companies and workers in the long run.
This Morning Star Jordon Cox Reveals Crohn’s Battle Left Him Months from Death
Jordon Cox of This Morning reveals his secret battle with Crohn's disease that brought him within months of death.
Rare Janus kitten with two noses and two mouths born in Powys cat rescue
A rare Janus kitten born with two noses and two mouths has been named Gemini after being rescued in Powys, Wales. The kitten's survival chance is slim.
Pharmacist warns losing hair on toes may signal circulation issues
Superdrug pharmacist debunks hairy toes health myth, warns hair loss on feet may signal poor circulation; also discusses ear wax, flatulence, and sweating.
Horseradish: The Pungent Spice with Cancer-Fighting Properties
Horseradish, a pungent root vegetable, offers health benefits including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and potential anticancer properties.
DIY SOS: Widowed and paralysed dad gets life-changing home makeover
DIY SOS transforms home for paralysed widowed dad Darren and his family, helping them rebuild their lives after tragedy.
NHS Doctor Hails New Sunderland Eye Hospital
Sunderland's new specialist eye hospital is fully open. Consultant Dr Ajay Kotagiri says it futureproofs the city's reputation for eyecare.
Parents of Sepsis Victim Call for 'Martha's Rule' on Second Opinions in NHS
Martha Mills' parents, backed by Demos, urge NHS to introduce 'Martha's rule' allowing patients to demand a second medical opinion if concerns are ignored.
Canada's Euthanasia Expansion for Mental Illness Sparks Debate
Canada's plan to extend euthanasia to the mentally ill raises concerns among doctors and rights experts about going too far.
Man Sheds Over 5 Stone on Mounjaro but Warns of Severe Side Effects
Man loses over 5 stone with Mounjaro but suffers severe vomiting and diarrhoea; finds relief by lowering dose and taking probiotics.
Tourette Syndrome Activist John Davidson Says Bafta Told Him Swearing Would Be Edited Out
Tourette syndrome activist John Davidson says Bafta told him swearing would be edited out of broadcast, but his N-word tic aired, sparking controversy and a review.
Teenager Dies of Acute Liver Failure Days After Tummy Ache
A 14-year-old girl from Stalybridge died of acute liver failure just two weeks after complaining of a tummy ache, despite a donor being found.
Hospital Worker Didn't Know Heart Attack – Women's Symptoms
A neurosurgery coordinator at a hospital experienced subtle heart attack symptoms that were initially missed. Women's heart attack signs differ from men's, and knowing them can save lives.
Burnham seeks cross-party social care deal
Andy Burnham vows cross-party talks to fix broken social care system, but Conservatives rule out tax rises or borrowing to fund changes.
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