Nipah Virus Outbreak Kills Two in India's West Bengal
Two die from Nipah virus in India's West Bengal; airports in Asia heighten screening as health ministry confirms containment.
Category : Health
Optimism cuts dementia risk by 15%, Harvard study finds
Harvard study finds optimism reduces dementia risk by 15% in adults aged 50+.
Boy, 5, Dies After Wall Collapse at Crazy Golf Party in South-East London
A five-year-old boy died after a wall collapsed at a crazy golf party in south-east London. A six-year-old girl was also injured but discharged.
Ice Vests or Daily Cold Showers Could Aid Weight Loss, Study Finds
Study finds wearing ice vests or taking cold showers daily can activate brown fat and aid weight loss, with participants losing 0.9kg in six weeks.
MPs to Debate 'Owain's Law' After Brain Cancer Death Due to 'Postcode Lottery'
MPs to debate 'Owain's Law' after brain cancer death due to inconsistent NHS tissue storage, which prevented access to personalised treatment.
Meningitis Outbreak at University of Kent and Three Schools Kills Two, Hospitalises 11
Meningitis outbreak at University of Kent and three schools kills two young people, hospitalises 11, with antibiotic queues forming.
MAFS Australia Star Gia Fleur Reveals Daughter's Rare Kawasaki Disease Battle
MAFS Australia bride Gia Fleur shares her daughter Willa's rare Kawasaki disease ordeal, from misdiagnosis to recovery, and the impact of fame on her child.
A-Level Setbacks: Students Share Their Stories of Overcoming Disappointment
Three individuals share how they overcame A-level disappointment, with stories of resilience, alternative paths, and eventual success.
Prince Charles Visits Young Patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital
Prince Charles visits young cancer and epilepsy patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital, touring complementary therapy suite.
Baby P's Mother Forced to Reveal New Identity After Council Blunder
Tracey Connelly, mother of Baby P, forced to reveal new identity after Haringey Council error, raising safety concerns.
Italy's frugal 'cucina povera' pasta dish celebrates no-waste cooking
Italy's cucina povera tradition celebrates frugal, no-waste cooking. Pasta e patate combines pasta, potatoes and cheese for a comforting, creamy dish.
Fife Nurse to Appeal Against 'Hugely Problematic' Trans Changing Room Ruling
Fife nurse Sandie Peggie appeals tribunal ruling on trans changing room harassment claim, citing problematic findings and misquotations.
NHS to Fund 'Gamechanging' Breast Cancer Pill After U-Turn
NHS approves capivasertib for advanced breast cancer after Nice U-turn, benefiting up to 3,000 women annually.
Fox Cub Found 'Lodging' Under Sofa After Cat Raises Alarm
A fox cub found under a sofa in Welney after a cat alerted the homeowner is now recovering at Fenland Animal Rescue.
Face Masks Return in England as Omicron Cases Rise
Face masks become mandatory in England's shops and public transport as Omicron cases rise; booster jab rollout expanded.
Care Home Resident Choked on Jam Doughnut Despite 'No Bread' Rule, Inquest Hears
Inquest hears care home resident died after being given jam doughnut despite 'no bread' care plan instruction.
Qatar Airways sued after 'strict vegetarian' passenger dies choking on meat meal
Family sues Qatar Airways after strict vegetarian passenger dies choking on meat meal served instead of requested vegetarian option.
Gluten Sensitivity Often Misdiagnosed, Study Finds
Landmark study finds most people who think they have gluten intolerance may be wrong, with symptoms often linked to gut-brain interaction rather than gluten.
NHS Warns: Don't Lie on Your Back with a Cough
NHS warns against lying on your back with a persistent cough, a common Covid symptom, to avoid complications like bronchitis or pneumonia.
Below Deck Star Fraser Olender Suffers Heart Attack from Vape Poisoning
Below Deck star Fraser Olender, 33, suffered a heart attack due to vape poisoning (EVALI). He shared his story on Instagram, warning fans about the dangers of vaping.
Disease-Carrying Mosquito Could Reach UK by 2040s, Health Officials Warn
UK could see disease-carrying mosquitoes by 2040s under worst-case climate scenario, warns UKHSA report.
Charlotte Dawson Shows Off Two Stone Weight Loss
Charlotte Dawson shows off 3.5 stone weight loss, says she's 'mega proud' after health scare with Type 2 diabetes risk.
Fitness Trackers Could Be Ruining Your Sleep
Fitness trackers can cause orthosomnia, an obsessive pursuit of perfect sleep metrics, warns expert Dr Andy Galpin. He advises focusing on daytime function instead.
US Court Allows Trump to Block Medicaid Funds for Planned Parenthood
US appeals court allows Trump to block Medicaid funds for Planned Parenthood, risking closure of up to 200 clinics and affecting 1.1 million patients.
E-bike rider accused of breaking dog walker's leg in park incident
Corey Rowell, 24, accused of breaking a dog walker's leg by dangerous driving on an e-bike in Gallagher Park, Bedlington.
Pension Credit Offers Over £4,300 to Eligible Over 65s
Pension Credit can provide over £4,300 a year to eligible over-65s on low incomes. Learn how to claim and unlock additional support.
Texas Woman Dies After Miscarriage Care Delayed Due to Abortion Ban, Report Finds
Josseli Barnica died in Texas after doctors delayed miscarriage care due to the state's six-week abortion ban, ProPublica reports.
Liam Payne's Circle Raises £31,000 for Children's Cancer Unit
Liam Payne's family and friends raise £31,000 for a children's cancer unit at Great Ormond Street Hospital following his death.
Businessman Richard Cousins Leaves £41m to Oxfam After Tragic Plane Crash
Businessman Richard Cousins leaves £41m to Oxfam in his will after dying with his family in a plane crash, thanks to a 'common tragedy clause'.
Starving Child Abandoned as Witch Makes Miraculous Recovery
A Nigerian toddler abandoned as a witch has recovered after being rescued by a Danish charity worker, thanks to global donations.
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