Pre-Workout Supplements May Severely Reduce Sleep in Youth
A new study reveals that pre-workout supplements, containing high caffeine levels, are associated with significantly shorter sleep durations in teenagers and young adults.
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Badenoch Calls for NHS Doctor Strike Ban as 15th Walkout Begins
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch proposes banning NHS doctor strikes, citing patient safety concerns. The call comes as resident doctors begin their 15th walkout since 2023, with new polling showing majority public opposition.
NHS Hay Fever Alert: Keep Windows Shut as Pollen Bomb Strikes
The NHS has issued urgent guidance for millions of UK households to keep windows and doors shut as a 'pollen bomb' triggers very high pollen levels across England and Wales until April 12.
Optimism Cuts Dementia Risk by 15% in Major Study
New research reveals maintaining a positive outlook could reduce dementia risk by at least 15%, with optimism potentially protecting brain health through stress reduction and healthier immune responses.
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AI Diet Plans for Teens May Cause Nutritional Deficits
A new study reveals AI-generated diet plans for teenagers significantly underestimate calorie intake and lack proper nutrient balance, potentially harming adolescent health and development.
NHS App Aids Weight Loss with Daily Brisk Walking
The NHS Active 10 app encourages users to improve health through brisk walking, offering tracking and rewards without gym costs. It has high ratings on app stores.
NHS Chief: Doctor Strikes 'Deliberately Timed to Cause Havoc'
NHS England chief Sir Jim Mackey condemns six-day resident doctor strikes as deliberately disruptive amid Easter pressures, while new polling shows public opposition to the action.
Experts Debunk Myths: Is Crossing Your Legs Harmful?
Physiotherapy specialists reveal that crossing your legs is unlikely to cause back pain, joint damage, or varicose veins, challenging long-held health warnings.
NHS Doctors' 15th Strike Over Pay Dispute Escalates
Resident doctors in England begin a week-long strike, their 15th since 2023, demanding pay restoration to 2008 levels. Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns it could cost the NHS £300m and jeopardise recovery.
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Dental Flossing May Reduce Dementia Risk, Says Dr Amir Khan
TV doctor Amir Khan reveals that flossing and regular health checks can reduce dementia risk by up to 60%, linking oral bacteria to brain inflammation.
Palestinian Girl with Amputated Arm Gets UK Medical Care
Mariam Sabbah, a 10-year-old Palestinian girl who lost her arm in an Israeli missile attack on Gaza, has arrived in the UK for privately funded specialist treatment after US visa restrictions blocked her original plans.
Mum Survives Two Cancers After Quitting Smoking, Now Campaigns
Wendy Robinson from Cleethorpes quit smoking after her mother's COPD death, then survived kidney and lung cancer thanks to her healthier lungs. She and her daughter Amy now front the 'Turn the Corner' anti-smoking campaign in Yorkshire.
DWP Minister Backs Early State Pension Access Scheme
Pensions minister Torsten Bell tells MPs early access to state pension is a serious consideration as experts propose flexible system for those unable to work longer.
Vet Reveals Why Cats Snub Water Bowls for Outdoor Drinking
A UK vet explains the instinctual reason cats avoid drinking from water bowls near their food, preferring outdoor sources or separate locations indoors.
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Pensioners Could Get Extra £86 Weekly from DWP
Low-income pensioners receiving disability benefits may claim an extra £86.05 per week through Pension Credit. Over 700,000 eligible individuals are not claiming this vital support.
Alcohol's Dual Effects on Mind and Body Explained
Alcohol's complex impact on neurotransmitters like GABA and glutamate explains its ability to both relax and depress, with neuropsychopharmacologist Dr. Rayyan Zafar detailing the science behind the buzz and the hangover.
BMA Accused of Hypocrisy in Pay Dispute with Staff and Doctors
The British Medical Association is under fire for offering its own staff a 2.75% pay rise while demanding 26% for resident doctors, as strikes disrupt NHS services across England.
Weight Loss Jabs Bone Density Warning from Doctor
Doctor Karan Rajan clarifies that GLP-1 weight loss injections can lead to reduced bone density, but this is due to rapid weight loss rather than the drugs themselves.
Record Long-Term Care Demand Stretches English Council Budgets
England's adult social care system faces unprecedented strain as 890,000 people received long-term care last year, pushing local authority budgets to breaking point with a 4.1% real-terms spending increase.
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Maternity Care Racism a 'National Emergency', Regulator Warns
The Nursing and Midwifery Council warns racism in maternity care is a national emergency, with Black and Asian mothers facing higher death risks. New educational tools aim to combat bias.
Donor Skin Patch Detects Lung Transplant Rejection Early
A pioneering UK trial uses a donor skin graft on patients' forearms to detect lung transplant rejection earlier, allowing prompt treatment and reducing permanent damage risks.
Fox Tapeworm Spreads in US, Causes Deadly Liver Infection
Experts warn the fox tapeworm, Echinococcus multilocularis, is spreading across the US, causing a rare liver infection with up to 90% mortality if untreated. New study finds it in Washington state coyotes.
Weight-Loss Drugs Cut Depression, Anxiety Hospitalisations
A 13-year Swedish study of 100,000 patients finds GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide associated with 42% lower mental health hospitalisation risk and reduced sick leave.
80-Year-Old Veteran Drives Lyft to Pay Medical Bills
An 80-year-old Marine veteran with multiple sclerosis and Crohn's disease works full-time as a Lyft driver to pay medical bills for himself and his wife battling lung cancer.
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Doctor Warns Australians Have Lost Faith in NDIS
Dr Nick Coatsworth warns the NDIS is losing public trust as its $50 billion annual cost diverts resources from health and aged care services.
Adult Social Care Crisis Deepens as Record Numbers Strain Budgets
A new report reveals England's adult social care system is in a precarious state with record numbers receiving long-term care, pushing council finances to breaking point and raising sustainability concerns.
Dolezal Has Melanoma Removed After Sun Tanning
Former NAACP leader Rachel Dolezal, who identifies as trans-black, reveals she had stage 1 melanoma removed from her lower back after excessive sun exposure. She now uses ingestible tanning drops instead.
Portland Hospital CEO Fired Over Equity Concerns
Tarek Salaway was dismissed as CEO of Oregon Health & Science University's hospital system after raising concerns about leadership's commitment to equity, inclusion, and patient safety.
HIV Infections Could Surge 10% if CDC Funding Ends
New research warns that proposed budget cuts to HIV prevention programs could lead to a 10% increase in infections across 18 states, threatening decades of progress against the disease.
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Jesy Nelson's Tattoo Photo and SMA Screening Postcode Lottery
Jesy Nelson showcased her tattoos in a new photo while campaigning for nationwide SMA screening, calling the current rollout a 'postcode lottery' for babies in England.
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