Dementia Fears Keep 4 in 10 Brits From Visiting Relatives
New research reveals 37% of Brits avoid visiting relatives with dementia due to communication difficulties, with 57% saying barriers prevent meaningful interactions.
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UKHSA Warning as Holidaymakers Return with Long-Lasting Infection
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a stark warning to travellers after a 150% surge in chikungunya cases among returning Brits, with symptoms potentially lasting years.
Lori Coble Dies of Brain Cancer After Losing Children in Crash
Lori Coble, who lost three children in a 2007 car accident and later had triplets, has died from aggressive brain cancer aged 48, her family announced.
DWP claimants must report travel abroad: Key rules
Carer's Allowance claimants must notify DWP of trips abroad over four weeks. Guidance covers holidays, EEA moves, and other circumstances requiring reporting.
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Twins Share Synaesthesia Experiences and How It Shapes Their Lives
Helen and Kirsty Besgrove, identical twins with synaesthesia, discuss how this neurological phenomenon influences their perceptions, careers, and memories in a uniquely visual way.
UK Trial: Popular ADHD Device Shows No Benefit
A major UK clinical trial has found trigeminal nerve stimulation devices, promoted as drug-free ADHD treatment, show no evidence of improving symptoms in children despite previous regulatory clearance.
NHS Prescription Savings: Prepayment Certificates Guide
Discover how NHS prescription prepayment certificates can save hundreds annually for those with multiple medications. Learn eligibility, costs, and application details.
Health Board Criticised for 'Precious Little' Change After Infections
The Scottish Hospitals Inquiry's senior counsel has criticised NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde for showing 'precious little' evidence of meaningful change following patient infections at Glasgow's flagship hospital.
Health Visitor: Don't Say 'You're Fine' When Kids Fall
Registered health visitor Ruth Watts advises parents to avoid saying 'you're fine' when children hurt themselves, suggesting alternative phrases that validate feelings and build resilience.
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DWP Urges Claimants to Report Changes for Higher Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a campaign urging benefit claimants to report life changes, as many miss out on higher payments, especially for disability benefits like PIP.
Colorectal Cancer Top Killer in Under-50s, Study Reveals
A new JAMA analysis shows colorectal cancer has become the primary cause of cancer-related deaths among American adults under 50, reaching this milestone decades earlier than projected.
Statins in 40s: Lifelong Heart Protection Strategy
New research from Queen Mary University of London reveals statins provide maximum protection when started early and continued lifelong, with significant benefits for those in their 40s at risk.
Mom's 50lb Weight Loss Secret: Walking Challenge Success
A mother reveals how a simple walking challenge with her twin sister helped her lose 50 pounds after decades of failed diets and intense workout regimes.
Mum's Honest Death Chat With Daughter Stops Stranger
A mother's candid conversation about mortality with her young daughter was overheard by a stranger who stopped her to praise the beautiful explanation of loss.
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Nipah Virus Outbreak in India: Symptoms and Risks
India faces a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal with five confirmed cases, including medical staff, and nearly 100 quarantined. Learn about symptoms, transmission, and prevention.
PIP Review Sparks Concern Over Benefit Changes
A government review of Personal Independence Payment could lead to significant changes affecting millions of claimants, with rising costs driving potential reforms.
NYC Mayor Gets Scottish Baby Box for Child Poverty Plan
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has been sent a baby box from Scotland to inspire his own policy plans, highlighting a shared commitment to tackling child poverty and the cost of living.
UKHSA Warning: Shingles Kills 50 Brits Each Year
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a stark reminder about shingles, a painful four-week illness that causes around 50 deaths annually in the UK, particularly dangerous for those over 64.
Iron Supplement Warning: Four Symptoms of Overdose
The NHS cautions that excessive iron intake can cause constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, with high doses posing fatal risks, especially in children.
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Health Board Denials 'Severely Impacted' Hospital Inquiry
Senior counsel Fred Mackintosh KC says NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's delayed acceptance of infection problems at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital hindered the inquiry's work, with managers showing 'wilful blindness'.
Hospice Staff Could Quit Over Assisted Dying Bill
Charity leader Toby Porter expresses concerns that the proposed assisted dying bill may trigger resignations among hospice staff and volunteers, worsening workforce shortages and financial pressures.
Woman Beats Terminal Cancer with Lifestyle Changes
Hope Pearce, 34 from Essex, was given just 20 months to live with stage 4 cancer but has survived years longer through radical diet and lifestyle changes, sharing her journey online.
Husband's Grief as Killer Detained for Bus Stop Stabbing
The husband of grandmother Anita Mukhey, stabbed 18 times at a north London bus stop, says her death has left an unfillable silence as her mentally ill killer receives indefinite detention.
NHS Approves Talazoparib for Prostate Cancer Patients
The NHS in England has approved Talazoparib, a life-extending drug for advanced prostate cancer, offering hope to 2,400 eligible men with extended survival and delayed disease progression.
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Protein Bar Health Risks Exposed by UK Experts
UK protein bar sales exceed £1.3 billion, but nutritionists warn many contain excessive sugar, saturated fat and ultra-processed ingredients linked to serious health conditions.
ACOG Fights Trump's Anti-Science Healthcare Policies
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is leading resistance against Trump administration policies, rejecting federal funding and challenging medical misinformation.
NYC Nurses Strike in Frigid Weather, Backed by Mayor and Sanders
Nearly 15,000 nurses across three major New York hospital systems continue their historic strike for safer staffing and better conditions, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Senator Bernie Sanders joining picket lines in sub-zero temperatures.
CDC May Block 'Never Use Alone' Overdose Prevention Messaging
US health officials consider prohibiting federally funded groups from promoting 'never use alone' advice, sparking concerns about reversing progress in overdose prevention.
Spinal Cord Damage Surge from Laughing Gas in Youth
A new Irish study reveals an alarming rise in spinal cord damage among young people due to nitrous oxide inhalation, with 14 cases diagnosed from 2021 to 2024, highlighting permanent neurological risks.
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Lemon Peel Hack Transforms Roast Potatoes
Food writer Melissa Thompson reveals a brilliant method to repurpose discarded lemon peel into a zesty seasoning that elevates herby roast potatoes, reducing kitchen waste.
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