M&S Scraps Milk Use-By Dates to Reduce Waste
M&S replaces use-by dates with best-before on milk to cut waste, following Morrisons. Nearly 490m pints wasted yearly.
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Paying kidney donors won’t solve the problem, say experts
Experts argue against legalising kidney sales in the UK, citing exploitation risks and the need for prevention and altruistic donation.
BBC doctor debunks 'cortisol face' and 'cortisol belly' social media claims
BBC doctor Dr Xand van Tulleken debunks social media claims about 'cortisol face' and 'cortisol belly', calling them 'total garbage'.
Brain Surgeon with Cancer Calls Assisted Dying Inquiry 'Absolutely Essential'
Leading brain surgeon Henry Marsh, with advanced prostate cancer, calls for government inquiry into assisted dying, backing MPs' letter to Justice Secretary.
Muni Long Given One Week to Live Before Lung Transplant
Grammy-winning singer Muni Long revealed she was given one week to live by doctors before undergoing a double lung transplant after exiting Brandy and Monica's tour.
NHS Waiting Lists Fall But Corridor Care Surges
Nearly 3,000 patients a day receive corridor care in England, as NHS publishes first official data on the practice, while waiting lists rise to 7.22 million.
Junior Doctors Begin Fourth Strike in Contract Dispute
Junior doctors begin fourth 48-hour strike over contract dispute, causing over 5,000 operation cancellations and putting pressure on NHS hospitals.
Global Cancer Care Faces 100 Million Staff Shortfall by 2050, Report Warns
Report warns of 100 million cancer care worker shortfall by 2050 as diagnoses rise to 35 million annually, urging immediate action.
Victorian-Era Diseases Surge in UK as Poverty and Cuts Blamed
Scabies, rickets, and scurvy cases rise in UK, with experts blaming poverty and public health cuts for the return of Victorian-era diseases.
Labour's Tom Watson loses 7 stone and reverses type 2 diabetes
Labour's Tom Watson lost 7 stone and reversed type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise, now advocating for changes to NHS advice.
Tobacco Killed Over 7 Million in 2023, Global Study Reveals
Tobacco killed over 7 million people in 2023, with global rates rising 24.4% since 1990, despite UK declines. Study highlights urgent need for stronger tobacco control.
Terminally Ill Brits Forced To Seek Assisted Dying Abroad
Study reveals 126 Britons travelled to Switzerland for assisted suicide between 2008-2012, highlighting UK law gaps.
Burnham Ally Proposes Plan to Reverse Privatisation of UK Utilities
Policy paper by Burnham ally proposes reversing privatisation of UK utilities through state intervention, bonds-for-shares, and public corporations.
New ovarian cancer treatment approved for NHS use in 'significant breakthrough'
Nice approves mirvetuximab soravtansine for NHS use, the first new ovarian cancer treatment in 20 years, offering hope to hundreds of patients.
Ebola Relapse Led to 91 New Cases Before Patient's Death, Study Finds
Ebola relapse in DRC led to 91 new cases before patient's death, highlighting virus latency and need for survivor monitoring.
Ofcom to Investigate Celebrity Big Brother After 25,000 Complaints
Ofcom investigates Celebrity Big Brother after 25,000 complaints over Roxanne Pallett's allegation against Ryan Thomas.
Two Schools Named in Berkshire Meningitis Outbreak After Teen's Death
UKHSA names Reading Blue Coat and Highdown schools in Berkshire meningitis outbreak after teen dies; close contacts given antibiotics.
Patient Died After Surgeon Failed to Disclose Organ Contamination
A patient died after a surgeon failed to disclose spilling stomach contents on organs used in NHS transplants, leading to infection and death.
Doctor Who Left Patient During Surgery for Sex Allowed to Practise
Doctor who left patient during surgery to have sex with nurse allowed to practise after tribunal rules low risk of repeat.
Flu Paralysis Strikes Man in Minutes, May Never Walk Again
A man became paralysed from the chest down in 15 minutes after flu triggered transverse myelitis, and may never walk again.
California Clinic Staff Fired Over Viral TikTok Mocking Patients
California healthcare workers fired after TikTok mocking patients' bodily fluid stains goes viral, sparking outrage over unprofessional conduct.
Norfolk Hospital Ranked Worst in England as NHS League Tables Return
NHS league tables return, ranking all 205 English trusts. Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Norfolk is worst; Moorfields Eye Hospital tops list.
Nosebleeds Could Signal High Blood Pressure, Experts Warn
Nosebleeds may signal high blood pressure, a silent killer affecting 25% of UK adults. Experts urge regular checks.
Hay Fever Sufferers Urged to Shower and Change Clothes After Going Outside
NHS urges hay fever sufferers to shower and change clothes as pollen levels reach 'very high' in parts of the UK this week.
NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private
NHS waiting lists drive record numbers to private healthcare, with patients spending thousands on operations and insurers seeing a boom.
Gogglebox Star, 80, Loses NHS Job After TV Deal
Gogglebox star Sid Siddiqui, 80, loses £62k NHS job after being signed off with stress but still appearing on TV, sparking colleague backlash.
Four NHS Trusts in England Declare Critical Incidents Amid A&E Surge
Four NHS trusts in Surrey and Kent declare critical incidents due to A&E surge from flu, norovirus, and respiratory viruses.
Martha’s Rule May Have Saved 400 Lives in England, Figures Show
Martha's rule, introduced after sepsis death of 13-year-old, may have saved over 400 lives in England in first 16 months, NHS data shows.
Jesy Nelson Calls for Newborn SMA Screening After Twins' Diagnosis
Jesy Nelson shares emotional story of twins' SMA diagnosis and campaigns for newborn screening inclusion.
Mum Who Lost 8 Stone Says NHS Should Not Fund Weight Loss Jabs
Sarah White lost 8 stone using Mounjaro but says the NHS should not fund weight loss jabs, as she credits lifestyle changes for her success.
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