Category : NHS


Ultra-Processed Food: Hidden Cost of Cheap Snacks

Rachel Reeves' plan to cut costs on chocolate and biscuits sparks debate. Nutritionists warn that making ultra-processed foods cheaper may harm children's health, while healthy options remain out of reach.

STI Cases Hit Record Highs in Europe

Gonorrhea cases rose 303% and syphilis more than doubled in Europe from 2015-2024, driven by changing sexual habits and testing gaps. Congenital syphilis cases nearly doubled in 2024.

Vanessa Trump Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., has been diagnosed with breast cancer. The family confirms she is receiving treatment and remains optimistic about her recovery.

Heart Disease Risk May Begin in the Womb

A new study reveals that pregnancy complications from high blood pressure in mothers can lead to poorer cardiovascular health in children decades later, suggesting heart disease risk may be inherited.

Ohlone Exhibit Opens After Grant Battle

A mixed-reality exhibit celebrating Ohlone culture opens at UC Berkeley after researchers fought Trump administration grant cancellations in court and won.

NHS Warns of Four IBD Symptoms: When to See Your GP

The NHS urges people with persistent stomach pain, diarrhoea, blood in stool, or unexplained weight loss to see a GP, as these could be signs of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), affecting over 500,000 in the UK.

Australia's Worst Diphtheria Outbreak in Decades

Australia is battling its largest diphtheria outbreak in decades, with nearly 220 cases linked to declining vaccination rates. Indigenous communities are disproportionately affected, prompting a government support package.

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