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PM launches brain cancer review after meeting 'inspirational' patient
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PM launches brain cancer review after meeting 'inspirational' patient

The Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast.

BBC News - UK4 weeks ago
To unlock Britain’s innovation potential, Labour needs to think outside the box | Letters
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To unlock Britain’s innovation potential, Labour needs to think outside the box | Letters

Kate Fleming says the government must look beyond the models it rewards today, while Jenny Haigh says unlocking potential means recognising that creativity and science are partnersGordon Brown wants B...

The Guardian - UK News4 weeks ago
Family of man killed by tiger criticise online content after Trump reposts video
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Family of man killed by tiger criticise online content after Trump reposts video

Relatives of William Chapman say footage of attack shared online ‘deeply offensive’ and causing them ‘severe distress’The family of a man killed by a tiger at a wildlife park in the UK have spoken abo...

The Guardian - UK News4 weeks ago
What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis
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What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis

The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.

BBC News - UK4 weeks ago
Pope's cancer diagnosis leaves Catholics questioning what comes next
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Pope's cancer diagnosis leaves Catholics questioning what comes next

With few details so far, it is unclear what might need to change for a Pope who has been focused on stability.

BBC News - UK4 weeks ago
UK government apologises for past burials of stillborn babies in mass graves
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UK government apologises for past burials of stillborn babies in mass graves

Yvette Cooper acknowledges ‘unthinkable pain’ caused by practice between 1930s and 1980s after campaign by Wirral woman and othersThe health secretary, Yvette Cooper, has issued a “profound apology” f...

The Guardian - UK News4 weeks ago
Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says
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Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says

Pope Leo had a "peaceful night" in the hospital after the surgery to remove a lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican says.

BBC News - UK4 weeks ago
Women ‘more likely to be told autoimmune conditions are psychological’
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Women ‘more likely to be told autoimmune conditions are psychological’

Cambridge University study suggests stark gender divide in misdiagnosis, with women also waiting longer for treatmentWomen with autoimmune conditions are up to 74% more likely than men to be told thei...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over nitrous oxide exposure
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NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over nitrous oxide exposure

The settlement follows the largest group legal action brought by midwives in the UK, says union.

BBC News - UK1 month ago
Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak
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Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak

The flight from Italy to Australia was cancelled after passengers on the plane's previous journey complained of bug bites.

BBC News - UK1 month ago
Childhood cancer symptoms can be easily missed - here's what to look out for
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Childhood cancer symptoms can be easily missed - here's what to look out for

Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK.

BBC News - UK1 month ago
Flu cases higher than usual in England during September, experts say
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Flu cases higher than usual in England during September, experts say

UK Health Security Agency notes above-average activity and urges at-risk groups to get vaccinatedFlu is striking earlier than usual in England, experts have said, insisting that vaccination is the bes...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
US murderer Christa Pike discharged from hospital 10 days after failed execution
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US murderer Christa Pike discharged from hospital 10 days after failed execution

Pike's lawyers say she is "grateful" to the medical team who cared for her after she survived two lethal injections last month.

BBC News - UK1 month ago
NHS faces exodus of ADHD and autism services staff to private clinics
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NHS faces exodus of ADHD and autism services staff to private clinics

Brain drain of psychologists, psychiatrists and nurses leaves NHS ‘weaker’, driving patients to seek care elsewhereFull report | NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soa...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know
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Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know

It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways?

BBC News - UK1 month ago
Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts
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Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts

Former Labour deputy leader says tech firm would work with a Reform UK government on immigration crackdownsTom Watson, the former Labour deputy leader who recently joined Palantir, has warned against...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
Second UK health body drops Israeli drug firm after activist pressure
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Second UK health body drops Israeli drug firm after activist pressure

Decision by Royal College of Pharmacy to end sponsorship comes after concerns over Teva Pharmaceuticals’ ‘activities’A second major UK health body has cut ties with an Israeli drug firm after coming u...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
No ‘snowflakes’: mental health review says today’s youth have it harder and harms are real
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No ‘snowflakes’: mental health review says today’s youth have it harder and harms are real

Peter Fonagy lauds courage of young people and warns of consequences of rising prevalence of mental illnessFull report | NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inqu...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
NHS England mental health services review: what has it found and what does it recommend?
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NHS England mental health services review: what has it found and what does it recommend?

Prof Peter Fonagy’s 607-page report is categoric that mental distress has increased substantially and ‘cannot be explained by greater awareness alone’Full report | NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago
NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry finds
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NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry finds

England-focused mental health review returns stark warning and calls for shift to ‘needs-led’ systemExplainer | What has the Fonagy review found and what does it recommend?Analysis | No ‘snowflakes’:...

The Guardian - UK News1 month ago