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How to treat heat exhaustion
BBC Medical Editor Fergus Walsh speaks to St John's ambulance service about treating heat exhaustion. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Hea...
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How Aussies taught kids to stay safe in the sun
In 1981, Australia launched a fight against skin cancer with help from a yellow cartoon seagull and a catchy jingle. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Europe's heatwave shifts east as France raises health alert to highest level
Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people. Newsiline summ...
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Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults
Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health...
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Consultants and specialist doctors to begin strike action
Most routine and elective services will be cancelled but full emergency cover will remain in place. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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How can we keep children safe during the heatwave?
A doctor from Bristol Royal Hospital for Children gives his tips for keeping children protected. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health a...
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Health Secretary James Murray backs Burnham as PM
Newly-appointed health secretary James Murray says he will back Andy Burnham as candidate for Labour leader and PM. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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A letter sent by worried staff shows why maternity care is still failing too many families
Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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'Our house was turned into a cannabis farm while Dad was in hospital'
Police say estate agents and some landlords are cashing in on cannabis crime in rental properties. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top St...
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Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it?
Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health an...
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Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health?
Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and...
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Puberty blocker trial will help reduce harm, says Cass report author
Dr Hilary Cass says she is "absolutely convinced that more children will be harmed if we don't do the trial than if we do." Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons
From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being introduced to primary and secondary schools. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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How can we help our fathers live longer?
One in five men dies before the age of 65 but getting help sooner could save lives. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links read...
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Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer
The 66-year-old announced the positive news days after he shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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Four in hospital after bare-chested man with weapon roams around Edinburgh
A man was seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away on Friday night. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top St...
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How to keep children cool in the heat
How to keep children cool in the heat Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full sto...
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Six-year-old Ebola patient taken from DR Congo hospital found and 'doing well'
Health facilities have come under attack during the current outbreak as a result of misinformation and fear. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Can sunlight make you sneeze?
Do you suffer from Achoo syndrome? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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New cancer care centres set to be built
The centres run by charity Maggie's will open in Coventry and Birmingham within the next two years. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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Boy, 12, wins hearts after trying to check sick chicken into Ethiopian hospital
Markos's beloved hen was not responding to any treatments - so he did the only thing he could think of. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - T...
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Five tips to keep your kids cool in a heatwave
Temperatures are set to rise over the next few days, and children can be especially vulnerable - so read on for tips to protect them. Newsiline summarises...
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My job was to watch hours and hours of abuse caught on camera at Muckamore Hospital
Central to those investigating what went on at Muckamore Abbey Hospital was hundreds of thousands of hours of CCTV footage. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death after HPV jab
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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I did it for my son, says campaigner ahead of Muckamore hospital abuse report
The long-awaited final report is expected to reveal the extent of the mistreatment of patients at the hospital. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Cervical cancer deaths fall to zero in young women given vaccine
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Can we grow a third set of teeth?
Can we grow a third set of teeth? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Ex-health worker cautioned for trying to sell Kate's records
The individual tried to access the princess' records while she was having abdominal surgery. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Search for six-year-old Ebola patient after armed men storm DR Congo hospital
Health facilities have come under attack during the current outbreak as a result of misinformation and fear. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Flesh-eating bug made my skin look like roadkill
Caroline Fonjock says she owes her life to the medics who quickly diagnosed and treated her. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and l...
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'We believe our daughter was abused at Muckamore hospital for 17 years - now we want answers'
Laura, 41, was admitted to Muckamore Abbey Hospital when she was 16 and lived there for more than 17 years. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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How an ovary syndrome led to Bake Off star's fame
Now a successful TV presenter, Briony May Williams said she started stress-baking when she became ill. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - He...
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Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Why is it so hard to show yourself compassion?
Kimberley Wilson discusses compassion on Complex. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for...
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Taboo subjects on the table at women's health event
Three nurses behind the event say they want women to feel they can have open and honest conversations. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - He...
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'I won't have another baby after breastfeeding trauma'
New mothers say they did not receive enough breastfeeding support when their babies were born. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...