Low Resting Heart Rate Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
A new study from Imperial College London reveals that both very low and very high resting heart rates increase stroke risk, challenging assumptions about heart health.
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Edinburgh Council Backlash Over Homeless Shelter Near School
Edinburgh City Council's plan to turn a hotel into temporary homeless accommodation near a primary school has sparked 143 objections, with concerns over safety and local services.
RFK Jr Targets Antidepressant Reduction in New Initiative
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces a plan to reduce reliance on antidepressants like Zoloft and Prozac, promoting alternative treatments and informed consent.
Lp(a): The Genetic Cholesterol Risk Factor You Need to Know
Lipoprotein(a) is a genetic cholesterol type that raises heart attack and stroke risk, but new drugs may soon offer a breakthrough in treatment.
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Cameron Diaz's Baby at 53 Sparks Fertility Warning
Experts warn that celebrity pregnancies in later life can create false hope, as natural conception in the 50s is extremely rare and often involves donor eggs or IVF.
Slow Alzheimer’s Diagnoses Deny UK Patients New Drugs
A charity warns that delayed Alzheimer’s diagnoses in the UK are preventing patients from accessing experimental treatments that could slow disease progression.
Ann Barrett, Pioneering Nurse and Midwife, Dies at 89
Ann Barrett, a leading figure in nursing and midwifery who championed community care and education, has died aged 89. Her legacy includes transforming midwifery training.
Doctor Warns Against Dangerous BBQ Cleaning Mistake
Medical professionals urge people to stop using metal wire grill brushes, as tiny wire fragments can break off and cause serious internal injuries if swallowed.
Britons on Hantavirus Ship: Safe Travel Plans Underway
PM Starmer announces plans for safe onward travel of Britons on MV Hondius amid suspected hantavirus outbreak. 19 British nationals and 4 crew members affected.
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Mum Halves Weight Ditching Jabs for Calorie Counting
A 36-year-old mother of seven lost half her body weight after ditching expensive weight loss jabs and adopting a calorie-counting method she found on TikTok.
Kent Hospital Water Crisis Sparks Fury
Darent Valley Hospital in Kent has been without running water for a week due to suspected sewage contamination, leaving patients unable to drink tap water or wash, with disruption expected until at least May 9.
Naval Mechanic's Job May Have Prevented Alzheimer's
A 75-year-old man with a genetic mutation for early-onset Alzheimer's remains cognitively healthy, likely due to lifelong heat exposure as a naval mechanic, offering clues for new treatments.
Blood test detects pancreatic cancer with 97% accuracy
A new blood test can identify symptomless pancreatic cancer with 97% accuracy, potentially enabling earlier detection and treatment of the deadly disease.
Anna Richardson Battles System for Father's Dementia Care
Anna Richardson reveals the heartbreaking struggle to secure proper dementia care for her father, highlighting systemic failures and staff training gaps.
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Asthma Patients Urged to Contact GP Over Blue Inhalers
Millions using blue inhalers for asthma are advised to consult their GP due to new guidelines warning long-term use may worsen condition and increase risks.
British Crew Member Trapped on Virus-Stricken Cruise Ship
A British crew member remains trapped on the MV Hondius off Cape Verde amid a hantavirus outbreak that has killed three. Seven cases confirmed, with urgent medical evacuations planned.
Measles Surge: 477 Cases in UK This Year
UK Health Security Agency reports 477 measles cases from Jan to April 2026, a sharp rise. Children under 10 are hardest hit, with London as epicentre. Vaccination uptake decline blamed.
Car Crash MRI Reveals Brain Tumour, Saves Woman's Life
Sarah Bradley, 39, discovered a cancerous brain tumour after a car crash MRI. Surgery removed the tumour, and she is now cancer-free.
Perinatal OCD: Women Still Failed by Healthcare System
Despite growing awareness, many women with perinatal OCD are not receiving adequate support. Experts call for better training and resources to address this mental health crisis.
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Dolly Parton Jokes About Health in Recovery Update
Country legend Dolly Parton, 80, shares a humorous health update, revealing she's responding well to treatment but needs time before returning to stage performance.
Trump Dentist Visit Sparks Health Worries
President Trump visited a Florida dentist instead of using the White House dental suite, reigniting questions about his health, including swollen ankles from chronic venous insufficiency.
Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized with Pneumonia, Improving
Rudy Giuliani, 81, is hospitalized in Florida with pneumonia. His spokesman says he is breathing on his own and in critical but stable condition.
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Could Combat Alzheimer's Early
New research suggests vagus nerve stimulation may protect the locus coeruleus, a brain region where Alzheimer's-related tau buildup begins decades before symptoms appear.
Living with Trump's Same Condition: Vein Disease Facts
President Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common vascular condition. One young woman shares her lifelong experience and what you should know.
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NHS One-Minute Cancer Injection for 14,000 Patients
The NHS introduces a one-minute immunotherapy injection for over a dozen cancers, slashing treatment time by up to 90% and benefiting 14,000 patients annually.
Family fights for dad's time after brain tumour diagnosis
Nigel Humphrey, 40, from Omagh, was diagnosed with grade four glioblastoma. His family is raising £110,000 for overseas treatment to prolong his life.
NHS One-Minute Cancer Jab Cuts Treatment Time
The NHS is rolling out a one-minute injection of pembrolizumab for over a dozen cancers, reducing treatment time from hours to minutes and freeing up staff.
Lorraine Ribbons: Volunteer Who Supported Heart Families
Lorraine Ribbons, a volunteer who counselled families of children with heart disorders and arranged transformative holidays, has died aged 72.
New Immunotherapy Jab Benefits Thousands in England
Thousands of cancer patients in England will benefit from a new injectable form of pembrolizumab, administered in under two minutes, saving NHS over 100,000 hours annually.
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Man with Watermelon-Sized Hernia Forced to Rely on Benefits
John Burden, 61, from Weymouth, says a growing hernia has left him unable to work, forcing him to claim Universal Credit and PIP while fundraising for surgery abroad.
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