Superdrug Gives Away £1m in Free Health Tests
Superdrug is distributing 10,000 free at-home Health MOT kits worth £1.1m to ease pressure on GP services during peak winter illness season.
Category : Health
US Measles Elimination Status Under Threat
International health officials will meet in April to determine if the United States has lost its measles-free designation following a year of significant outbreaks across multiple states.
Nurse Reinstated After Disciplinary Hearing Over Pronouns
A nurse suspended after speaking publicly about receiving a warning for using incorrect pronouns for a transgender patient has been reinstated following a disciplinary investigation.
Intersex Man Discovers Childhood Surgery Secret
Jim, born Kristi, shares his journey after discovering at 19 he was born intersex and underwent infant surgery without his knowledge, now advocating against such procedures.
Freezing White Bread May Cut Diabetes Risk and Help Weight Loss
Dietitians explain how freezing white bread, pasta, and rice can create resistant starch, reducing blood sugar spikes and promoting fullness for better health.
Nurse Cleared After Patient Pronoun Row Confidentiality Probe
A nurse who faced disciplinary action over pronoun usage with a transgender patient will face no further action regarding confidentiality concerns after speaking to media, her NHS trust has confirmed.
Holocaust Educator Vera Schaufeld MBE Dies Aged 95
Vera Schaufeld MBE, who fled Czechoslovakia on a Kindertransport train aged nine, dedicated her life to teaching and Holocaust education, receiving an MBE for her services.
Nurse Keeps Job After 'Misgendering' Transgender Patient
Jennifer Melle faced disciplinary action for referring to a transgender paedophile patient as 'mister' but has been allowed to continue her NHS role following widespread support.
Mamdani and Sanders Rally with Striking NYC Nurses
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Senator Bernie Sanders joined striking nurses in Manhattan on the ninth day of a major healthcare walkout, demanding hospital executives return to negotiations.
Egg Consumption Limits for Heart Health Revealed by Experts
Health specialists identify precise egg intake thresholds for different groups while highlighting saturated fat as the primary cardiovascular threat rather than dietary cholesterol.
Nurse Faces Disciplinary Hearing Over Patient Comments
Jennifer Melle attends disciplinary meeting with NHS Trust after speaking publicly about pronoun incident involving transgender patient, raising questions about staff protections and confidentiality.
Sourdough Bagels Boost Digestion and Blood Sugar Control
Discover how sourdough bagels, made without yeast or additives, can enhance gut health, aid digestion, and help regulate blood sugar levels through natural fermentation.
Scabies Cases Double as Victorian Disease Returns to UK
Public health alert as scabies consultations reach double the five-year average. Experts link surge to treatment shortages, NHS delays, and post-pandemic mixing.
Autism Facial Expressions Show 'Different Language' in Emotions
UK researchers discover autistic individuals express anger, happiness and sadness with distinct facial movements that differ significantly from neurotypical patterns.
Mum's 100 Daily Jumps After ChatGPT Advice Shows Results
A mother who followed ChatGPT's suggestion to perform 100 jumps daily for 110 days reports improved posture, defined calves, glowing skin, and increased energy levels.
Louise Thompson Shares Emotional IVF Update
Made in Chelsea star Louise Thompson opens up about her IVF journey, revealing a 'hugely disappointing' development with egg retrieval and fertilisation.
Lisa Riley Reveals Fertility Struggles on Loose Women
Emmerdale star Lisa Riley shared her emotional journey with infertility during a candid discussion on ITV's Loose Women, revealing how IVF treatment affected her.
DLD: The Under-Recognised Condition Affecting 8% of Children
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) impairs learning and speech in 8% of children globally, with challenges in diagnosis for multilingual kids and lifelong effects on mental health and employment.
Personalised mRNA Treatment Prevents Melanoma Return
A groundbreaking personalised mRNA skin cancer treatment developed by Moderna and Merck shows 49% reduction in death or recurrence for high-risk melanoma patients in five-year study results.
Woman Born Unable to Blink Shares Bullying Ordeal
Sabrina Burlando, 19, from Arizona, discusses congenital ptosis and her journey from childhood bullying to self-acceptance through viral TikTok videos.
Pomegranate Juice May Support Heart Health and Clear Arteries
Emerging research suggests that pomegranate juice, rich in antioxidants, could help reduce arterial plaque, lower blood pressure, and support cardiovascular health when consumed in moderation.
Shingles Vaccine Could Slow Ageing, New Research Finds
A groundbreaking study from the University of Southern California suggests the shingles vaccine may reduce inflammation and slow biological ageing markers in older people, offering potential benefits beyond infection prevention.
Cavinder Twins Share Body Transformation Journey
Haley and Hanna Cavinder open up about their six-month fitness journey, moving from toxic eating disorders to building muscle through proper nutrition and training.
GP Names Three Medications He Avoids Prescribing
A UK-based general practitioner has identified three specific medications he prefers not to prescribe to patients, citing concerns about effectiveness and side effects compared to alternative treatments.
Baby Airlifted After Tesco Emergency: Family Shares Condition
The family of seven-month-old Rupert Smith has spoken out after he was airlifted to hospital following a sudden medical crisis at a Tesco store in Flintshire.
Stacey Dooley Recalls Ectopic Pregnancy Emergency
TV presenter Stacey Dooley shares emotional details of her life-threatening ectopic pregnancy, emergency surgery at Liverpool Women's Hospital, and ongoing impact of the traumatic experience.
US Inactivity Crisis: 20% Report Zero Exercise Outside Work
New data reveals one-fifth of Americans engage in no physical activity beyond work duties, with significant health risks and stark regional disparities highlighted.
Supermarket Questions in PIP Assessments Affect Disability Benefits
Expert reveals how seemingly innocent conversations about shopping habits during DWP PIP assessments can significantly influence benefit decisions and award amounts.
Scabies Cases Surge 20% Across UK as Victorian Infection Returns
UK health officials report a significant 20% year-on-year increase in scabies diagnoses, with nearly 900 cases recorded last week. This highly contagious Victorian-era skin infection causes intense itching and distinctive rashes.
GLP-1 Inhibitor Weight Gain Warning from Doctor
A doctor cautions that GLP-1 inhibitors for weight loss require lifelong lifestyle changes to prevent weight regain, as obesity is a chronic condition needing ongoing management.
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