Winter Virus Surge Hits UK Despite Falling Flu Cases
Britain faces a triple threat of norovirus, adenovirus, and rhinovirus, with hospital admissions reaching record highs despite declining flu rates, straining the NHS.
Britain faces a triple threat of norovirus, adenovirus, and rhinovirus, with hospital admissions reaching record highs despite declining flu rates, straining the NHS.
Experts warn that everyday items like kitchen sponges, toothbrushes, and hairbrushes can harbor billions of bacteria, including E. coli and Salmonella, posing serious infection risks.
Influencer Abbie Herbert's routine TikTok video led followers to spot signs of a rare pregnancy condition, prompting emergency birth and saving her son.
Former EastEnders star Danniella Westbrook displays her reconstructed face following extensive surgery in Dubai, marking a significant step after years of health struggles.
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RecommendedA racial slur shouted at the Baftas by Tourette's campaigner John Davidson has ignited controversy, raising questions about involuntary tics and public understanding of the condition.
An inquiry has heard that mental health professionals considered the over-representation of young black men in detention before releasing Valdo Calocane, who later killed three people in Nottingham in 2023.
Close friends and allies of former President Joe Biden express concern over his increased fatigue during prostate cancer treatment, despite aides' positive outlook on his condition and ongoing work.
Elaine Ellery, 67, died from mesothelioma after inhaling asbestos fibres from her father's work clothes as a child, an inquest ruled, highlighting legacy industrial disease risks.
A public inquiry heard Valdo Calocane's mother begged for her son to be hospitalised after a violent outburst in 2020, three years before he killed three people in Nottingham.
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RecommendedCounty Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust spent over £600,000 defending a policy allowing a transgender woman to use female nurses' changing rooms. A tribunal ruled the policy violated nurses' dignity and created a hostile environment.
A comprehensive guide to Tourette syndrome, covering its neurological basis, common tics, treatment options, and the importance of reducing stigma through education and awareness.
A GoFundMe campaign supporting the family of actor Eric Dane, who died from ALS, has raised nearly $350,000, highlighting healthcare cost struggles in the US.
The death of TV star Jordan James Parke, known as Lip King, has reignited demands for Alice's Law to ban non-surgical Brazilian butt lifts after Alice Webb's tragic death in 2024.
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have transformed obesity treatment, with one in eight US adults trying them. However, maintaining weight loss and managing plateaus pose new challenges.
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RecommendedA nutritionist highlights five common symptoms that may indicate elevated blood sugar levels, with over 5.6 million people in the UK living with diabetes.
Following Robert Aramayo's Bafta wins for portraying a Tourette Syndrome campaigner, a psychiatrist reveals seven crucial facts about the neurological condition.
Persistent heartburn lasting hours may signal Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, a common but often missed condition. Experts advise consulting doctors for diagnosis and tailored treatment.
A gut health expert shares three effective strategies to manage acid reflux and heartburn, conditions affecting over a quarter of adults in Western Europe, with insights on long-term health risks.
A public inquiry examines repeated institutional failings that may have allowed paranoid schizophrenic Valdo Calocane to kill three people in Nottingham. Families demand accountability for missed opportunities by mental health services, police, and judici
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Australia's new algorithm-based aged care tool has led to a 50% increase in advocacy requests, with concerns over reduced funding and under-assessment of dementia patients.
Psychiatric researchers refute Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr's assertion that keto diets cure schizophrenia, citing limited evidence and ongoing controlled trials.
Health expert Dr Xand urges people experiencing frequent pins and needles to consult a doctor, as it could indicate nerve damage, vitamin deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes.
A Tourette's campaigner faced backlash after involuntary tics during the BAFTA ceremony, prompting charity calls for public education about the neurological condition.
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RecommendedA sleep specialist warns that seven common habits can disrupt sleep quality, increasing risks of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes through poor sleep hygiene.
Experts warn of a potential polio resurgence in the US as vaccine advisers reconsider childhood immunizations, with survivors highlighting a lack of medical readiness.
A new Australian study reveals 40 cases of tattoo-associated uveitis, a severe eye inflammation causing pain and blurred vision, with potential permanent vision loss.
A new report exposes how the NHS fails millions with rare genetic conditions, with one in four waiting over three years for diagnosis and facing a treatment 'access lottery'.
Tourette's Syndrome affects over 300,000 people in the UK, with involuntary swearing in only 10-20% of cases. Learn about tics, co-occurring conditions, and how to offer kind support without stigma.
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RecommendedA racial slur uttered due to Tourette's tics during the Bafta Film Awards has sparked apologies and calls for awareness. The BBC and presenter Alan Cumming apologised, while Tourettes Action emphasised the involuntary nature of tics.