At least 48 boys and young men died in the latest initiation ceremonies in South Africa, adding to a five-year death toll of 476. Traditional circumcisions face risks from unsanitary tools, dehydration, and illegal schools.
A study of over 340,000 UK adults reveals moderate wine consumption is linked to a 21% lower risk of cardiovascular death, while beer and spirits show increased risks.
Nearly 90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen have been recalled by Taro Pharmaceuticals after reports of black particles and gel-like masses were found in the product.
Sophie Ward, 20, died after being misdiagnosed with flu, sparking calls for government to improve meningitis B vaccine access for young people as cases rise in Kent.
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A major UK study of over 150,000 people finds obese adults without metabolic issues still face significantly higher risks of heart, liver, and kidney disease.
A dietician has been banned from practice after lying about her expertise to gain a senior role at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, with a tribunal calling her actions deplorable.
Abbie Frankum, 22, was told her heart palpitations were anxiety for two years before being diagnosed with second-degree type one heart block. She urges young people to trust their instincts and advocate for their health.
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has led to 29 cases and two student deaths, with health officials warning that sporadic clusters could emerge elsewhere in the UK as students travel.
BBC sports presenter Seema Jaswal reveals her near-fatal meningitis B experience at 16 and urges mandatory vaccinations after recent student deaths in Kent.
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Health leaders in Kent warn that sporadic household clusters of meningitis could appear across the UK over the next four weeks, linked to student travel. The outbreak has resulted in 29 cases and two deaths.
Experts reveal how prolonged eye contact activates brain circuits for emotional connection, with personal experiments showing its benefits for couples despite initial discomfort.
A new study suggests the Monte Verde site in Chile is only 6,000-8,000 years old, challenging prior claims and reviving the north-to-south migration debate in American prehistory.
In central Nigeria, Olusola and Chinwe Stevens run a home for babies deemed bad omens, risking infanticide. Their work faces challenges when families seek reunification, highlighting cultural and safety issues.
Michael Kenny shares the devastating loss of his daughter Juliette, 18, who died from meningitis B in Kent, calling for urgent vaccination improvements to protect young people.
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The UK Covid-19 inquiry's latest report reveals the NHS teetered on the brink of collapse during the pandemic, with staff making 'superhuman efforts' to avert disaster. Bereaved families and experts call for urgent reforms to bolster capacity and resilien
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Society is gripped by sleep obsession, with trackers and myths causing distress. Experts warn of exaggerated messaging and the rise of 'orthosomnia'.
Christine McCartney, a distinguished medical microbiologist and OBE recipient, passed away at 79. She played a key role in public health crises and championed advancements in microbiology.
Derek Cox, a pioneering youth worker who shaped community-based approaches in London's East End and founded Avenues Unlimited, has passed away aged 87. His legacy includes fostering inter-community relations and empowering young people.
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Tessa Richards, a doctor and BMJ editor, transformed healthcare by advocating for patients as equal partners. Her 40-year career reshaped medical journals and policy, leaving a lasting legacy.
A meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent has led to students queueing for vaccines and antibiotics, with public health officials responding to contain the spread. The MenB strain is the culprit, differing significantly from Covid in transmission an
Confusion reigns over the future of the US Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices after a federal judge invalidated its members and recent decisions, with contradictory statements from former officials.
The meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent shows signs of slowing, with only two new cases reported. Over 2,600 vaccinations have been administered as experts analyse the strain.
Saunas are proliferating across Britain, with numbers rising to 640, driven by cardiovascular benefits and a quest for community in a digital age, though experts warn of risks like dehydration and fainting.
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Cookbook legend Stephanie Alexander discusses food anxiety, the joy of family meals, and her disdain for protein shakes in an interview from her Melbourne riverside garden.
New research reveals adult children with histories of parental abuse or neglect face heightened depressive symptoms when caring for ageing parents, highlighting emotional and mental health struggles.
Health officials warn sporadic household clusters of meningitis may appear across Britain as university students travel home from Kent for Easter holidays. The outbreak has reached 29 cases, with experts modeling three scenarios for the next four weeks.
A dietician who secured a senior NHS position through deception, lacking knowledge of basic anatomy and conditions like coeliac disease, has been banned from practice after a tribunal found her conduct deplorable.
Experts highlight key symptoms like jaundice and increased thirst for pancreatic cancer, stressing early GP consultation to improve survival rates.
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