Infected blood victim Brian Langford dies after fight
Brian Langford, who received infected blood as a teenager, died on January 1 after a lifetime of fighting for compensation. Welsh victims still await payments.
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Princess of Wales's 'short and sharp' trips help ease 'mum guilt', says royal expert
The Princess of Wales's recent Italy trip was 'short and sharp' to ease mum guilt, says royal expert Jennie Bond, as Kate prioritises her children.
Nottingham maternity scandal inquiry finds failings affected 500 mothers and babies
Inquiry finds 500 mothers and babies affected by poor care at Nottingham NHS trust, citing toxic culture and understaffing.
Doctor who hated British weather chat loses £100k unfair dismissal claim
Belarusian NHS doctor Dr Maryna Anatolyeva loses £100k unfair dismissal claim after being fired for poor communication, including struggling with small talk and weather chat.
Dentist warns weight-loss jabs could damage teeth and gums
Dentist Dr Dalel Trabelsi warns weight-loss jabs may harm oral health, citing dry mouth, acid reflux, and nutrient deficiencies.
Streeting's NHS overhaul: A high-stakes gamble with waiting lists in focus
Wes Streeting approves major NHS restructuring, cutting 18,000 jobs to save £1bn, with waiting lists falling but public unaware, as he faces political and union challenges.
Social landlords face new legal duty to fix mould quickly after Awaab Ishak death
New rules require social landlords to fix mould and damp quickly after Awaab Ishak's death. Learn about health risks and prevention.
Bride-to-be may only manage two Haribo at wedding after stomach paralysis
Gabriella Overton, 33, from Eastbourne, has gastroparesis and may only eat a couple of Haribo on her wedding day. She wants to raise awareness of invisible illness.
More than 6,000 children treated at NHS obesity clinics, figures show
NHS figures show over 6,000 children, including 423 four-year-olds, have been treated at specialist obesity clinics since 2021.
Pyjamas or not? The truth about sleeping naked
Survey reveals British sleeping habits and the health implications of pyjamas vs sleeping naked, from temperature to fertility.
Woman swallows 17cm spoon after dog jumps on her while eating yoghurt
Belgian woman Reymy Amelinckx, 28, swallowed a 17cm spoon after her dog jumped on her while eating yoghurt. She waited hours before seeking hospital treatment.
Cleaning chemicals linked to long-term lung damage in women
Study of 6,000 people finds regular cleaning chemical use linked to accelerated lung function decline in women over 20 years.
More than 100 MPs urge Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening
More than 100 MPs, including Rishi Sunak, urge Wes Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening, citing a postcode lottery and preventable deaths.
Mum's shock as doctors remove sticky tape lodged in her nose for 35 years
A 35-year-old mother discovers a ball of sticky tape had been lodged in her nose since birth, causing breathing problems for decades.
UK approves first Wegovy weight-loss pill for private prescription
MHRA approves Wegovy weight-loss tablets for UK private prescription, offering an oral alternative to injections for eligible adults.
Salt water nose drops can shorten children's colds by two days, study finds
Study finds hypertonic saline nose drops reduce children's colds to six days from eight, and lower spread within households.
Blind adventurer Miles Hilton-Barber: From diagnosis to Himalayan summits
Blind adventurer Miles Hilton-Barber shares his incredible journey from blindness to summiting Kilimanjaro, Mont Blanc and the Himalayas.
Vaping is 'life or death', says 12-year-old after lung collapse
A 12-year-old girl who suffered a lung collapse and spent four days in an induced coma warns other children not to vape, as the government plans restrictions.
Welsh NHS crisis laid at Labour's door by Conservatives
Welsh Conservatives blame Labour for NHS crisis, citing waiting times, cancer care failures, and budget cuts, and call for an independent inquiry.
Channel 4's Lose a Stone in 21 Days criticised as 'boring' and 'smug' in review
A review of Michael Mosley's new diet show criticises its boring format, calorie-restriction focus, and the 'smug' presence of his family.
British man dies after collapsing at wife's bedside in Greek hospital
A 55-year-old British tourist collapsed and died at a Greek hospital while his wife was being treated for an illness. An autopsy and police investigation are under way.
Charities appeal against NHS decision to axe 'last hope' cancer therapy
Charities appeal against NICE decision to withdraw Tecartus, a CAR T-cell therapy for mantle cell lymphoma, calling it a backward step for NHS care.
Eamonn Holmes Shares 'Horrendous' Health Update, Says He 'Can't Get Up' and Needs Carers
Eamonn Holmes gives a stark health update, saying he can't get up and needs carers due to his ongoing 'horrendous' health battles.
Adam Thomas opens up on psoriatic arthritis battle during I'm A Celebrity... South Africa
Actor Adam Thomas has spoken about the toll of psoriatic arthritis on his I'm A Celebrity experience, after clashes with David Haye and a difficult time in camp.
Weight-loss pills: Novo's daily tablet 'fastest drug launch ever' as market shifts
Novo Nordisk's daily Wegovy pill is transforming weight-loss treatment, with rapid uptake and a shift from injections, despite ongoing concerns over cost and supply.
Kent Nightclub Breaks Silence After Meningitis Outbreak
Kent nightclub Club Chemistry breaks silence after a meningitis outbreak linked to the venue leaves two dead and 29 hospitalised, with authorities urging vigilance.
Power Stick deodorants recalled in US over manufacturing deviations
Voluntary recall of over 67,000 Power Stick roll-on deodorants due to manufacturing deviations. Products sold at Walmart, Dollar Tree and Amazon.
Lorraine Pascale calls for women over 50 to break 'stiff upper lip' silence on mental health
Lorraine Pascale on why women over 50 need to break the 'stiff upper lip' silence and seek therapy for mental wellbeing.
NHS Bracing for 'Flu-nami' Crisis as Record Hospitalisations and Junior Doctor Strike Loom
NHS bracing for worst winter crisis amid record flu hospitalisations, low vaccine take-up, and a looming junior doctors strike.
VA clinicians warn of harm to veterans from staffing cuts and privatisation
Around 170 VA doctors and health workers warn that staffing cuts and privatisation threaten veterans' healthcare, in a collective letter to Congress.
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