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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...
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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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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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Amber heat-health alerts issued as UK could see 10 consecutive days of temperatures over 30C
Temperatures in the UK could reach above 30C for 10 consecutive days during the third heatwave of the summer Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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How to get through World Cup-induced sleep deprivation
The euphoria from England's dramatic victory over Mexico might not be enough to get you through Monday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - H...
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Health secretary seeks advice over maternity inquiry staff who refused to give evidence
James Murray says he felt "numb" after hearing from families affected by the scandal. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and lin...
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How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips
From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit. Newsiline summaris...
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Do you have heart palpitations?
What are heart palpitations and when should you be concerned? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original pu...
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German row over plan for workers to need sick note on first day of illness
A doctors' group says it "borders on madness" that patients will have to obtain the note in person. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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How to calm an overstimulated mind
Kimberley asks her guest, chartered psychologist Dr Ellie Buckley, why we get sensory overload. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health an...
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Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and li...
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WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over
The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - H...
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World Cup boom falters as US hospitality jobs fall in June
There had been early signs of a jobs boom from the tournament, but hospitality jobs declined in June. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bus...
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How to deal with excessive sweating
How to deal with excessive sweating Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Race Across the World winner's car smashed into and laptop stolen before kids' mental health talk
Alfie Watts describes "enormous frustration" after the theft the night before a Welsh schools tour. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy?
Dr Oscar is back with the latest health headlines. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for...