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Heat health alerts extended as record for most 34C days in a year broken
Almost all of England is under amber alerts for likely disruption to health services and travel. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stor...
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Why women suffer more in the heat
A look at evidence that women's bodies suffer more during a heatwave. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the ori...
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Will ice cream or chilli cool you down?
Is it better to eat spicy or cold foods during a heatwave? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publi...
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Prince Harry gets UK trip back on track with hospital visit
The Duke of Sussex visits a children's hospital in Birmingham in a trip to the UK that has had a bumpy start. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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How Ebola misinformation is fuelling violent attacks against health workers
False claims about Ebola are linked to attacks on treatment facilities, assaults on health workers and disruptions to burials. Newsiline summarises this r...
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Why heatwaves hit women harder
Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Feeding tigers and flying planes during end-of-life care
Sally Sarl says it's important to talk about what you want at the end of your life. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links read...
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What to know about Legionnaires' disease making people sick in New York City
The likely source of the bacteria causing this pneumonia is a cooling tower or towers in the area, officials said. Newsiline summarises this report from P...
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Children keep dying in a country that made huge progress on measles
More than 120,000 suspected and confirmed measles cases have been reported in Bangladesh, where hospitals are overwhelmed. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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MenB vaccine offers men no protection from gonorrhoea, claims major study
The Meningitis B vaccine does not prevent gonorrhoea infections despite being offered to at-risk men, scientists say. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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What heat actually does to the body
The BBC's health and science correspondent, James Gallagher, does some tests to show you. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and link...
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'Can't treat our way out': Why Australia's $271 billion health spend could miss the mark
A major new report reveals we now live longer, but rising out-of-pocket costs and chronic disease are straining the system. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Arizona toddler found alive in hospital morgue after declared dead from drowning
After he was discovered to still be alive, the 18-month-old was flown to another hospital and survived. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - W...
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What does extreme heat do to your body?
Dr Oscar explains what does extreme heat do to your body? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publis...
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German doctor jailed for killing 15 of his patients
The German palliative care doctor was found guilty of murdering 12 women and three men between September 2021 and July 2024. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Restoring dignity: Senegalese surgeon and Burundian foundation win reproductive health awards
A Senegalese surgeon who has dedicated his career to restoring the health and dignity of women living with obstetric fistula, and a Burundian foundation s...
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A spirit of resilience helps Venezuelans face healthcare challenges after the quakes
The economic collapse of Venezuela has pushed its healthcare system to the brink. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the...
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Millions of tiny engineers help to restore health of marine ecosystem in WA
A restorative mussel farm could improve water quality and biodiversity in Cockburn Sound and the project leaders say there's no need to stop there. Newsil...
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Dallas Cowboys player who died by suicide diagnosed with brain disease
Marshawn Kneeland had early chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which is caused by head impacts and has been found in hundreds of former NFL players. Newsil...
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More or less protein? The foods to get you through a heatwave
When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Brain tumors: New vaccine offers patients hope for more time
A new therapy offers people with seemingly incurable brain tumors scope for hope: It could slow the progression of the disease and extend patients' lives....
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Questions swirl over top US Republican McConnell's hospital stay - here's what we know
McConnell, 84, has been in hospital for more than four weeks, and his staff have not yet said why he was admitted. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Amber heat-health alerts in effect as UK set for one of longest-lasting heatwaves since 1976
Temperatures are set to rise as high as 36C (97F) for parts of southern England this week. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories an...
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How hospitals are using the arts to help patients recover
As the impact of art on better health outcomes is being studied more and more, some hospital systems are now focusing on even the youngest of patients. Ne...
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NASA’s New Horizons Spacecraft Wakes from Hibernation in Good Health
Following its longest hibernation period ever of nearly a year, NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft has emerged in good health and is ready to begin transmitti...
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Public to be asked who should pay for social care as part of major review
Baroness Louise Casey, who is leading the review, has called the current system "impossible". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Blame game rages as hospital emergency department overflows
Launceston General Hospital's emergency department was overflowing on Monday night, with the nursing union describing the scenes as "chaotic" and "unsafe"...
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Unmasked: The autistic women authoring a better future
Late-diagnosed autistic women explain the need to fill knowledge gaps after decades of being hidden. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Heal...
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Why some African nations are turning down Trump aid money
The Trump administration sees the aid as more transactional - but some say it is not a fair trade. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health...
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Queensland mental health services face funding 'shortfall'
Queensland mental health community services receive funding from government departments based on an indexation rate. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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McConnell is 'continuing his recovery,' but details are scarce after a lengthy hospital stay
According to his staff, McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers...
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The weight loss pill that you can now buy in the UK
All the you need to know about the weight loss pill Wegovy being available in the UK. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links re...
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Ebola deaths in Congo top 500 as frontline health workers threaten to strike
Health professionals demand payment and better conditions, citing inadequate supplies and poor salaries. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHou...
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NHS senior doctors vote in favour of strikes
Consultants in England now have a mandate for strike action over the next 12 months. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links rea...
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How often do you get up from your desk?
A study found that even a five-minute walk boosts your mood and lowers fatigue. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers...
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Extreme high temperatures double young people’s risk of mental health admissions, Australian research shows
Exclusive University of Sydney study finds heat-related hospital admissions to increase by 6% to 7.7% by the end of the century Get our breaking news emai...