NHS must use Covid lessons to fight winter flu, say experts
Academics warn the NHS faces a severe winter unless it adopts pandemic-era measures like better vaccine access, sick pay, and ventilation to curb flu spread.
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Hurricane Melissa's hidden mental health toll in Jamaica
Experts warn of a PTSD crisis after Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica, calling for mental health to be integrated into climate disaster policy across the Caribbean.
Surf Lifesavers' Heroic Response to Bondi Shooting
As a terror attack unfolded at Bondi Beach, surf lifesavers transformed their Christmas parties into emergency triage centres, using every bandage to aid victims. Read their extraordinary story.
AU$33m Pharma Payments to Doctors Raise Ethics Concerns
New data reveals over 6,500 Australian doctors received payments from drug firms. Experts warn this influences prescriptions, raising serious healthcare ethics questions. Read the full investigation.
M&S Charlton: Six in Hospital After Suspected Gas Leak
A suspected carbon monoxide leak at the M&S store in Charlton led to a major incident, with six staff members taken to hospital. Emergency services, including HART, responded. Read the latest updates.
Ex-OnlyFans star now helps men beat porn addiction
A former adult content creator on OnlyFans pivoted to mindful content, quadrupling her earnings to £22k/month while helping lonely men overcome porn addiction. Discover her unique approach.
Carbon Monoxide Leak at M&S Charlton: 35 Treated
A major incident was declared at M&S in Charlton after a suspected carbon monoxide leak. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area. Follow for live updates.
Cancer patient's struggle as Trump ends remote work for husband
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
Food safety warning over Dubai-style chocolate bars
The UK's Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
FSA Warning: Allergy Risk in Dubai-Style Chocolate
The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate bars due to undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
UK Food Watchdog Issues Dubai Chocolate Allergy Alert
The Food Standards Authority warns consumers with allergies to avoid popular Dubai-style chocolate bars after finding undisclosed peanuts and sesame. Stay safe this festive season.
Angelina Jolie shows mastectomy scars for first time
Angelina Jolie reveals her mastectomy scars for the first time since her 2013 preventive surgery, discussing the 'Angelina Effect' and her new film about breast cancer. Learn about BRCA screening and self-checks.
US funding cuts shutter 1,394 family planning clinics
Exclusive figures reveal over 1,000 clinics closed due to US aid cuts, leaving millions without vital reproductive healthcare. The crisis is most acute in Africa and the Middle East.
Lifesavers First on Scene at Bondi Beach Shooting
Surf lifesavers at Bondi and North Bondi clubs were first to respond to the Sydney shooting, aiding victims before emergency services arrived. Read the full story.
Katherine Ryan's cosmetic surgery 8 weeks after giving birth
Comedian Katherine Ryan reveals she underwent major cosmetic surgery just two months after welcoming her fourth child, taking the newborn with her. She explains her surgeon choice and defends her decision.
How long to hold a plank for your age
Discover expert-backed plank duration targets for your age group, from 20s to 60+. Learn proper form, modifications, and why quality beats quantity for core strength.
Outgoing NHS Trust Chief Issues Dire Warning on Service's Future
Nick Hulme, departing after 46 years in the NHS, warns the service must improve rapidly or the public will turn to 'charlatans'. He highlights warped spending and systemic inertia.
Dentists Paid More for Urgent NHS Care in England
New reforms will pay dentists more for urgent NHS appointments. A think tank proposes £150 annual vouchers to end the 'postcode lottery' of dental access.
One in Nine UK Teens Approached by Criminals
A major UK survey finds one in nine 13-17 year olds asked to handle drugs, weapons or money. Over 120,000 teens accepted, revealing a hidden crisis of child criminal exploitation.
Sugar or Sweeteners: Which is Worse for Health?
A listener's question sparks a deep dive into the complex science of sugar versus artificial sweeteners. Experts from Anglia Ruskin and Washington universities weigh in on the health debate.
German struggle with 'How are you?' explained
German journalist Carolin Würfel explores why a simple greeting causes national anxiety, linking it to history, language, and a fear of superficiality. Discover the cultural roots and the hope in younger generations.
New drugs approved for drug-resistant gonorrhoea
The FDA has approved the first new gonorrhoea treatments in decades, marking a potential turning point against rising superbug strains. Cases in England are at a record high.
Bondi Attack Survivor's Harrowing Yoga Studio Lockdown
A first-person account of being trapped during the Bondi terror attack, the community's trauma, and finding hope amid the Hanukah festival. Read the powerful story of survival and healing.
Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed speaks from hospital bed
Ahmed al-Ahmed, who disarmed the alleged Bondi Junction attacker, sends a message of thanks from his hospital bed. Watch the video and learn why he acted.
Lifeguard's heroic sprint with defibrillator in Bondi attack
As crowds fled the Bondi terror attack, lifeguard Jackson Doolan sprinted towards the danger with a defibrillator. Read his incredible story of courage and the community's response.
Your Horoscope for Tuesday 16 December 2025
Discover your star sign's forecast for Tuesday 16 December 2025. The Moon in Scorpio encourages meaningful connection and emotional honesty for all zodiac signs.
Ian Rush Home After Intensive Care Stay for Flu
Liverpool's all-time top scorer Ian Rush is recovering at home after a serious flu infection required a two-day stay in intensive care. The club thanks hospital staff for their care.
Government announces new NHS dental payment plan for England
New NHS dental contract changes aim to ease access to emergency care in England, but experts warn of insufficient funding and call for more fundamental reform.
£150 Dental Vouchers Proposed to End Postcode Lottery
A new report urges £150 annual dental vouchers for patients and more money for dentists to fix England's NHS dentistry crisis. Discover the proposed reforms and government plans.
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