A national audit reveals no NHS stroke rehabilitation team has adequate staffing, with patients like Jane Anson left to crawl up stairs alone. Experts warn this staffing crisis is causing avoidable lifelong disabilities.
The State Pension increases by 4.8% from April 6, but many pensioners won't receive the full amount due to insufficient NI years, pre-2016 contracting out, or living overseas in countries without reciprocal agreements.
Eswatini, with the world's highest HIV prevalence, rolls out lenacapavir, a six-monthly injection to prevent infections. However, limited doses and funding cuts threaten its potential impact.
Resident doctors in England will stage a six-day strike from April 7, potentially disrupting NHS services and leading to appointment cancellations.
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The UK government has withdrawn an offer of 1,000 extra training places for resident doctors, citing financial and operational constraints, as a six-day strike is set to begin next week.
A Leicestershire teacher overcame binge drinking by embracing sobriety, shaving her head, and converting a double-decker bus into a mobile home and library to promote literacy.
As saunas and cold plunge pools proliferate across the UK, experts examine the scientific evidence for their mental and physical health benefits, including insights from Dr. Heather Massey.
Discover Rachel Roddy's Easter cannelloni recipe featuring fresh pasta sheets filled with spinach, peas, ricotta, and mozzarella. This festive dish can be prepared in advance for a delicious holiday meal.
Charlotte Rutherford, 32, endured 18 months of severe symptoms before being diagnosed with advanced bowel cancer at 26. Her cancer returned in her lungs before she turned 30, highlighting that young people can develop this disease.
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A 17-year-old with hyperthymesia can mentally revisit any day of her life in HD detail and preview future scenarios, offering new insights into memory and imagination.
A mother is feeding her children a carnivore diet of bacon, burgers, and butter every day, urging others to follow suit to prepare for potential food shortages in a crisis.
A 65-year-old man in Canada writes to Dear Vix about grief, job loss, and addiction, feeling weak for needing help. Victoria Richards offers advice on recovery and self-worth.
Jessica Kent-Hazledine, a 33-year-old dentist from Cornwall, lost her vision after giving birth but had it restored through plasma exchange therapy provided by NHS Blood and Transplant.
Experts reveal that gut-friendly foods like cottage cheese, sauerkraut, and berries can improve mood and brain function by enhancing the gut-brain axis, with sales skyrocketing 138%.
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A new bipartisan Senate bill seeks to cap insulin costs at $35 per month for privately insured Americans, offering relief to millions struggling with diabetes expenses.
On Autism Awareness Day, a journalist shares her two-year wait for an NHS autism diagnosis, highlighting systemic delays, gender disparities, and daily challenges like sound sensitivity and social struggles.
Wellbeing experts tout the golden berry as a natural remedy for nocturia and better sleep, but scientific evidence remains limited. Learn about its origins and health benefits.
NHS prescription charges in England remain frozen at £9.90 for another year. Discover the complete list of exemptions including age, benefits, and medical conditions that could qualify you for free prescriptions.
Nutritionist Abby Coleman clarifies misconceptions about carbs, fruit sugar, diet perfection, and cost, providing practical advice for healthy, affordable eating.
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Holly Hagan and Kelsey Parker open up about the hardest parts of parenting after tragic losses, including stillbirth and a sister's overdose, on a CBeebies podcast.
University of Sydney research tracking over 11,000 women for 15 years shows consistent physical activity in midlife reduces early death risk by half, highlighting critical health benefits.
Reformer pilates is booming, but is it a transformative workout or a social media-driven craze? Experts weigh in on its benefits, risks, and cultural impact.
Nearly 30 years after the penis was fully mapped, scientists have created the first detailed 3D scan of clitoral nerves, addressing a long history of medical oversight and sexual illiteracy.
We invite readers to share their personal stories and challenges of caring for elderly parents in the UK, highlighting the emotional and practical aspects of this role.
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Learn how to turn leftover roast lamb bones into Wales' national dish, cawl. This slow-cooked soup is versatile, sustainable, and perfect for year-round meals.
The American Heart Association's new nutrition guidance emphasizes plant-based proteins over meat, contrasting with federal recommendations promoting red meat and beef tallow consumption.
A parliamentary committee chair has dismissed Palantir's assertion that criticism of its £330m NHS data deal is ideologically driven, highlighting transparency and security issues.
Performance poet Sam Browne uses viral poetry to challenge toxic masculinity and mental health stigma, drawing from personal struggles and facing backlash from figures like Andrew Tate.
Dermatologists caution against the viral trend of using vaginal estrogen cream on the face, citing lack of evidence and potential health risks like systemic absorption.
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A senior doctor has written an open letter criticising Prime Minister Keir Starmer's ultimatum to junior doctors, calling it shocking and evidence of unfitness to govern.
