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Whitty's Christmas health warning for over-65s

England's Chief Medical Officer Sir Chris Whitty urges over-65s to take immediate action against infections like flu and Covid-19, which can spike heart attack and stroke risks. Get vaccinated now to ensure protection for Christmas gatherings.

Food Mistakes Raising Cancer and Heart Disease Risk

A leading doctor reveals how simple dietary swaps, like choosing whole fruit over juice and grilled over breaded chicken, can dramatically lower your risk of chronic illness. Learn the facts.

Holiday Seizure Leaves Woman With Severe Burns

Annie Perez's dream trip to Sardinia turned into an 18-month nightmare after an epileptic seizure in a hot shower caused severe burns. Read her harrowing recovery story.

2 Million Christmas Lights Raise £61k for Charity

A Cambridgeshire couple's spectacular festive display with two million lights has raised over £61,000 for children's charities, inspired by their grandson's recovery from epilepsy. Visit 74 Julius Martin Lane, Soham.

Epilepsy pill could end sleep condition for millions

A groundbreaking new medication originally developed for epilepsy shows remarkable promise in treating insomnia, potentially offering relief to millions of Britons struggling with sleep disorders.

Gene Therapy Breakthrough for Autism & Epilepsy

British scientists pioneer revolutionary gene therapy treatment showing remarkable results in children suffering from debilitating SYNGAP1 syndrome, a rare genetic condition causing severe autism, epilepsy and developmental delays.

DVLA Warning: Declare Medical Conditions or Face £1k Fine

The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to UK drivers with medical conditions. Failing to declare issues like sleep apnoea, epilepsy, or diabetes could lead to a £1,000 fine and prosecution. Discover the full list of notifiable conditions and how to declare

AI Expert: 'We Are Building God' Without Safety Measures

A leading AI safety researcher from the University of Oxford issues a dire warning about the existential risks posed by artificial general intelligence, comparing our current approach to 'building a god' without safeguards.

Brazilian Influencer, 22, Dies in London Hotel Tragedy

The UK Brazilian community is in mourning after the sudden death of 22-year-old social media influencer Jaqueline Barbosa Nascimento. The aspiring model was found unresponsive in a London hotel room, with friends suspecting a fatal epileptic seizure.

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