Ockenden report reveals systemic neglect in Nottingham maternity
The Ockenden report exposes horrific neglect at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, with women routinely ignored, leading to deaths and injuries. Victims campaigned for years.
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UK heatwave: Hospital declares critical incident as temps hit 39C
Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth declared a critical incident after cooling units failed. Temperatures could surpass 39°C, with schools closed and travel disrupted across the UK.
Deadly heatwaves to worsen: NHS crisis demands urgent action
The climate crisis is a health crisis. With record heatwaves, NHS incidents surge 53%, and red alerts signal serious threat to lives. Government must act now.
UK heatwave: Workplaces struggle with soaring temperatures
As UK temperatures hit record June highs, workers in care homes, schools, hospitals, transport, and construction face dangerous conditions, with unions calling for maximum working temperatures.
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Meta pauses program tracking employee keystrokes and mouse clicks for AI training after 1,600 staff sign petition citing privacy concerns.
Cold Showers in Heatwave? Which? Says It's a Mistake
Avoid freezing showers in a heatwave, warns Which? Extreme cold makes your body retain heat. Opt for lukewarm water and air-dry for a cooling effect.
London air pollution deaths fall 40% in five years
A new Imperial College London study estimates deaths linked to air pollution in London fell 40% from 2019 to 2024, but also reveals the health impact is worse than previously thought.
Cold feet: could refrigerated socks help you sleep?
The Red Cross suggests putting socks in the fridge to cool down at night during a heatwave. Research supports cooling feet to lower core temperature, but is it practical?
Hantavirus quarantine ends for eight Americans in Nebraska
Eight Americans quarantined for 42 days after exposure to a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship were released on Monday, with one passenger accusing the government of holding her against her will.
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14 heatstroke and heat exhaustion symptoms as UK heatwave hits 40C
As a red extreme heat warning is issued for London, the UKHSA urges vigilance for 14 key symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke, with temperatures set to exceed 38C.
London schools close early in extreme heatwave
Several London schools are closing early this week as temperatures could hit 40°C. A red health warning is in place for six English regions.
Poultry Lockdown, Teal Party Launch, Bare Bum Swimmers
Poultry farms in Australia lock down due to bird flu fears. Meanwhile, Steggall expected to launch a teal party, and brave bare bum swimmers make headlines.
US HIV/AIDS Funding Cuts Spark Activism
US HIV/AIDS funding cuts of $1.3 billion threaten global progress, sparking activism and health warnings from experts.
H5N1 bird flu confirmed in giant petrel in Western Australia
A giant petrel tested positive for H5N1 bird flu in Western Australia, the second case after a brown skua. Experts fear a wave of infections could devastate Australian wildlife and industry.
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UKHSA warns of deaths as heat records set to break
The UK Health Security Agency warns of significant health impacts and a rise in deaths as temperatures could exceed 38°C, breaking June records.
How Overscreening Can Harm Your Health: What to Know
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H5 Bird Flu Arrives in Australia: Key Facts
A deadly H5N1 bird flu strain has been confirmed on the Australian mainland for the first time, ending the continent's virus-free status. A brown skua found sick in Western Australia died from the virus, sparking concerns for wildlife and agriculture.
Health experts decry RFK Jr's hantavirus quarantine order
Robert F Kennedy Jr overrode CDC advice to mandate quarantine for a hantavirus contact, sparking health law experts' condemnation as authoritarian and unconstitutional.
Iran singer gets 74 lashes for singing without hijab
Iranian star Parastoo Ahmadi and eight team members reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for livestreaming a patriotic song without hijab, sparking rights concerns.
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Bending Forward at Work May Increase Miscarriage Risk
A Danish study of nearly half a million women found that each additional hour of forward bending at work in early pregnancy was associated with a 36% higher risk of miscarriage.
Elizabeth Greenhall obituary: Public health consultant
Elizabeth Greenhall, a consultant in public health, transformed family planning services in Oxfordshire, including school-based 'Bodyzone' clinics. She died aged 83.
Inquest into Freebirth Death: Why Women Choose Unassisted Births
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Amber Heat Health Alert: 4 Steps to Stay Safe in UK Heatwave
The Met Office issues Amber Heat Health Alert for parts of UK with temperatures up to 34C. Follow these four steps to stay safe during the heatwave.
FDA Reviews Moderna's mRNA Flu Vaccine for 50+
US health advisers debate Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine, mFlusiva, which reduced flu cases by 27% in a study of 40,000 people aged 50 and older.
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Marion Kozak, a socialist feminist, campaigner for children's rights, and wife of Marxist intellectual Ralph Miliband, has died aged 91. She was mother to David and Ed Miliband.
One Nation Health Policies Criticized; Blanchett Oxford Professor
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Ebola Outbreak in DRC: Human and Economic Toll Mounts
A headteacher, moto-taxi driver, and travel agent are among those counting the human and economic cost of the Ebola outbreak in Bunia, DRC.
Sierra Leone's First Lady Refuses to Condemn FGM Without Data
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RFK Jr Criticized for 'Bullying' Journal Over Vaccine Study
Health advocates slam Robert F Kennedy Jr for demanding answers from a journal that retracted a flawed vaccine study, accusing him of intimidation and free speech hypocrisy.
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