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Starting uni? What to know about having the free NHS meningitis B jab
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Thousands may have died in UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves
An early estimate suggests more than 2,700 people will have died from heat-related causes during the UK's exceptionally hot weather in recent months. News...
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Endometriosis groups 'crying out' for cut in diagnosis time
Two new non-invasive tests available from GPs are being proposed to speed up diagnosis times. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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'Exceptional' wildfire risk for parts of UK as heat health alerts issued
The warnings come as parts of the UK are set to enter their second week of temperatures above the heatwave threshold. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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We are living fewer years in good health: Is the NHS part of the problem?
What is driving the UK's fall in healthy life expectancy? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the original p...
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'Endometriosis tests would have given me years back'
It has been announced that two new rapid tests for the condition will be made available on the NHS. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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Surviving in the wild for suicide awareness
Kit Birks has walked the entire length of Europe to raise money and awareness for suicie prevention. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Heal...
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People in 50s urged to complete bowel cancer screening
Health officials warn little over half of 54-year-olds completed free at-home test kits. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links...
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Pioneering treatment saves twins in early pregnancy
Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Heat exhaustion or heatstroke: Can you tell the difference?
During hot weather, it can be easy to overheat, sometimes resulting in heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Hea...
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'People don't realise how at risk they are': A day with an ambulance service in a heatwave
The BBC join a crew based in Exeter as the UK sizzles in one of its longest-running heatwaves. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Cycling from Paris to London for Rori
The cyclists taking part in the Ride for Rori raised £61,000 for the Oxford Hospitals Charity. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Hospital ward closed after highly contagious crusted scabies outbreak
The health board said the ward at Glangwili Hospital would be closed while the outbreak was managed. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Vapes to have less enticing names to protect children, under UK plans
People are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using of enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting. Newsiline...
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Pioneering treatment saves identical twins from rare pregnancy condition
Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Motherhood not all warm and fuzzy: Bollywood actor's play spotlights messier side
As a society, we take mothers for granted and raising children is a thankless job, says actor Kalki Koechlin. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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...