Christine McCartney, a distinguished medical microbiologist who played key roles in public health crises and championed scientific advancement, has died at 79. Her career spanned decades of impactful work.
Tessa Richards, a doctor and medical editor, transformed healthcare by championing patient partnership. Her 40-year career at the BMJ revolutionized patient involvement in medical research and policy.
A deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent has sparked public health concerns, with students queuing for vaccines and antibiotics. Learn about the causes, risks, and response to this bacterial disease, which differs significantly from Covid-19.
Confusion reigns over the future of the US vaccine advisory committee as former members make contradictory statements following a federal judge's ruling that invalidated the panel and its recent decisions.
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The US Department of Health and Human Services is investigating 13 states that require insurance plans to cover abortion services, alleging potential violations of federal conscience protections.
Saunas are proliferating across Britain, with numbers rising from 540 to 640 this year. Research highlights cardiovascular benefits and the power of social rituals in combating digital isolation, though experts warn of risks like dehydration and fainting.
New research reveals that adult children with histories of parental abuse or neglect face heightened depressive symptoms when caring for ageing parents, highlighting complex emotional and psychological challenges.
Guide Dogs charity offers mobility training and children's support, helping individuals like Jennie and Mabel regain independence and confidence after sight loss.
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The meningitis outbreak linked to a Kent nightclub has increased to 29 cases, including two fatalities. Health officials confirm 13 are infected with the rare MenB strain.
Walkers has urgently recalled its Hot Honey crisps after discovering incorrect labeling that fails to mention milk content, posing a serious risk to consumers with milk allergies.
Scientists from Great Ormond Street Hospital and University College London have successfully implanted a lab-grown oesophagus in pigs, marking a major advance in regenerative treatments for children with rare birth defects.
A Lewisham restaurant owner has been fined nearly £6,000 and banned from running food businesses after inspectors found evidence of mice and cockroaches in his establishment.
Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson shares a heartfelt update on her twin daughters Story and Ocean, who have been fitted with leg splints following their SMA1 diagnosis, highlighting her advocacy for NHS screening.
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The father of an 18-year-old girl killed by the Kent meningitis B outbreak shares her tragic final hours, urging for better vaccine access for teens and young adults.
Following a deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent, new vaccination centres are opening after over 100 students were turned away. Two deaths and 27 cases confirmed or under investigation.
The family of 16-year-old Eden Bunn pays tribute after she died in a car crash into the River Nene. Searches continue for the missing 18-year-old driver.
The UK COVID-19 Inquiry reveals the NHS nearly collapsed during the pandemic, saved only by healthcare workers' extraordinary efforts. Baroness Hallett's report details systemic failures and urgent recommendations.
Nearly half of young adults now choose low or non-alcoholic drinks, a trend doubling since 2018. Explore the 'sober curious' movement and its impact on the pub industry.
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A coroner found that a woman who died at a London hospital might have survived if a heart scan had been reviewed earlier, highlighting systemic failures in NHS care.
A meningitis B outbreak in Kent has resulted in two deaths, with 10 hospitalized. Learn about symptoms, treatment, vaccines, and the low risk to Londoners.
A meningitis B outbreak linked to a Canterbury nightclub has grown to 20 cases with two deaths. Experts warn of an 'explosive' spread as authorities launch vaccination and antibiotic campaigns.
Discover the viral French Sunday trend, a Gallic-inspired day dedicated to rest, sex, and aimless strolling for enhanced health and happiness.
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