Meningitis Vaccine Rollout for 5,000 University Students Begins
A meningitis B vaccine rollout has begun for approximately 5,000 students at the University of Kent following two student deaths and 20 cases under investigation.
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Teen's Ibiza Head Injury Leads to Four-Month Stroke Ward Stay
A British teenager spent four months on a stroke ward after a severe head injury in Ibiza, now planning to run the London Marathon to raise funds and awareness for brain injury recovery.
FDA Approves Johnson & Johnson's Oral Psoriasis Pill Icotyde
The FDA has approved Johnson & Johnson's oral pill Icotyde for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in patients aged 12 and older, offering a needle-free alternative to existing treatments.
Perimenopausal Women's 3am Wake-Ups: Scientific Reasons
Many women report waking at 3am during perimenopause due to hormonal shifts, hot flashes, and lifestyle factors, disrupting sleep patterns significantly.
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NSPCC Guidance on Leaving Children Home Alone at Easter
The NSPCC has issued crucial guidance for parents during the Easter school holidays, clarifying UK law on leaving children unsupervised at home and offering practical safety tips.
Meningitis Glass Test Guide Amid Kent Outbreak
Health authorities declare a national incident as meningitis outbreak in Kent claims two lives. Learn how to perform the crucial glass test to identify the rash and recognise other symptoms.
Could Separate Beds Improve Your Health? Experts on Sleep Divorce
Experts explore whether sleeping apart from your partner could enhance health and wellbeing, as celebrities embrace 'sleep divorce' trends and research examines benefits and drawbacks.
Salmonella Outbreak: 97 Cases from Moringa Powder Supplements
A salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated moringa powder supplements has sickened 97 people across 32 states, with 26 hospitalizations. The CDC and FDA are investigating products from Why Not Natural and Live it Up Super Greens.
Nursery Children Face 15 Illnesses in First Year
New research shows toddlers experience an average of 15 illnesses during their first year of nursery attendance, leading to 13 days of absence, while building immune resilience.
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Fibroids: A Common Condition Affecting Two in Three Women
Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the womb, affecting up to two-thirds of women. Learn about symptoms, risks, and treatments, including Lupita Nyong'o's story.
Key Symptom Timing Difference: Norovirus vs Food Poisoning
A leading pharmacist explains the critical timing difference in symptom onset that separates norovirus from food poisoning, along with essential recovery advice and prevention strategies.
Widow's Anguish as Assisted Dying Bill Fails in Scotland
Louise Shackleton recounts her husband's death at Dignitas and the emotional toll as Scotland rejects assisted dying legislation, highlighting the trauma of overseas deaths.
Meningitis vs Septicaemia: Differences Amid Kent Outbreak
Health experts explain the crucial differences between meningitis and septicaemia as authorities respond to a meningitis B outbreak in Kent. Two fatalities confirmed, with targeted vaccination planned.
Meningitis Outbreak: National Incident Declared in Kent
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has been declared a national incident with 20 confirmed cases. Health officials warn young adults are at higher risk due to bacterial carriage rates.
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Urgent Scan Saves Lives for A&E Patients with Blood in Urine
New research reveals one in ten A&E patients with blood in urine die within three months, but a simple scan within 48 hours could cut risk and speed cancer diagnosis.
Baby Girl Critically Ill in Meningitis Outbreak Probe
A nine-month-old girl is severely ill with meningitis in hospital as health officials investigate an 'explosive' outbreak in Kent linked to 20 cases and two student deaths.
Reverse Blink Trick: 10-Second Sleep Method Explained
A simple 10-second blinking technique, endorsed by a Stanford neuroscientist, is gaining attention for helping people fall asleep faster by tricking the brain into relaxation.
Seeds: The Overlooked Superfoods Experts Say You Need
Registered nutritionist Helen Johnston explains why seeds like flax, chia, and pumpkin are nutritional powerhouses, offering benefits from heart health to glowing skin, and should be treated like supplements.
Meningitis B Outbreak: Cases Expected to Rise in Kent
An explosive meningitis B outbreak in Kent has led to two deaths, with 20 cases under investigation. Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns of further increases.
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Martin Lewis Warns Over Universal Credit Prescription Fines
Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning to Universal Credit claimants about free prescriptions and dental care, highlighting a potential £100 fine for those who incorrectly assume eligibility after switching from Tax Credits.
Man Diagnosed with MS at 26 After Falls on Ibiza Holiday
George Mckinty, 30, shares his journey with multiple sclerosis after vision loss and falls on a lads' holiday in Ibiza led to his diagnosis, highlighting treatment and lifestyle management.
Brain Tumour Linked to Contraceptive Jab Used for 15 Years
Shelley Whittaker, 47, was diagnosed with a golf ball-sized brain tumour after using Depo-Provera for 15 years. Her neurologist warned her to stop immediately due to established links between the contraceptive injection and meningioma tumours.
GP Contract Changes Could Make Appointments Harder, Expert Warns
A healthcare expert warns the new GP contract effective April 1 may worsen appointment access and perpetuate bias, despite government claims of improved primary care.
Lush Spa's Validation Facial: A Holistic Wellness Review
Sara Keenan reviews Lush Spa's Validation Facial, a 60-minute bespoke treatment blending skincare with emotional wellbeing through tailored consultations, massage, and soundscapes.
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Meningitis B Outbreak: Mother Details Daughter's Nightclub Ordeal
A mother reveals her daughter's battle with meningitis B linked to a Canterbury nightclub, as cases rise to 20 in Kent. The outbreak has claimed two lives and sparked a national health alert.
Meningitis Alert: Four Overlooked Eye Symptoms Revealed
An optician warns that meningitis can cause subtle eye symptoms like blurred vision and light sensitivity, which may be permanent. Health authorities confirm an outbreak in Kent with 20 cases.
British Boy Hospitalised After Egyptian Holiday with Kidney Condition
A seven-year-old boy from Worcestershire developed Haemolytic-Uraemic Syndrome after a luxury holiday in Egypt, requiring emergency dialysis and hospitalisation for weeks.
Dame Esther Rantzen's Heartbreaking Dilemma: Facing Death Alone
Dame Esther Rantzen, 85, diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, reveals she must die alone at Dignitas to spare her family from potential police investigations upon return to the UK.
Meningitis Vaccine Shortage: Weeks to Protection in Kent Outbreak
A pharmacist warns of a critical meningitis vaccine shortage, with protection taking weeks as cases rise in Kent. Demand surges after deaths and hospitalisations.
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Hospital Hygiene Failures Led to Student's Sepsis Death
A coroner has ruled that a 20-year-old leukemia patient died from sepsis contracted due to poor hand hygiene and cross-contamination at The Christie hospital in Manchester.
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