Health
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27If it’s vegan, is it lactose free?
admin October 20, 2025 If a food or drink is labelled vegan, it may or may not be milk free. As I...
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23A double high to end my week – thanks to the NHS and our hospices
My week ended on a double high – all thanks to the NHS and some wonderful news about children’s hospices. Sally and...
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27How to live longer: Scientists warn of cooking methods that could rob years from your life
How you cook your dinner might matter just as much as what’s on your plate when it comes to staying healthy and...
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22The low-sugar alternative to soft drinks linked to a 60% higher risk of the silent killer
Opting for a diet fizzy drink instead of the sugary version won’t protect your liver after all, Britons have been warned. A...
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29Children in poor parts of Britain ‘set to die 10 years earlier’
Children growing up in Britain’s poorest neighbourhoods are being condemned to die a decade earlier and spend 20 fewer years in good...
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361Thousands of NHS staff slapped with parking fines for ‘being at work’
Thousands of NHS staff have been slapped with parking fines for “being at work”, new figures have suggested. Figures from 17 NHS...
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28Woman with ‘very high cholesterol’ shares staples that helped slash levels by nearly 40% in 4 months
High cholesterol has become commonplace in Western countries due to the enduring popularity of fat-laden diets. A symptomless condition, many fail to...
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27Groundbreaking blood test detects 50 different types of cancer
A Blood test has shown it can correctly confirm cancer in nearly two-thirds of positive cases, offering hope for earlier diagnosis across...
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22‘Mega warehouses’ reported to health watchdog after ‘neighbours develop breathing problems’
A series of “mega warehouses” have been reported to the health watchdog as residents living on the site’s doorstep have claimed they...
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22Three early flu symptoms Britons are being urged not to ignore as scientists ‘closely monitor’ early surge
Health authorities in England have issued an alert regarding an unexpectedly early surge in influenza cases this autumn, with younger demographics bearing...
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26Carilion Roanoke gets vertical upgrade
Carilion Roanoke (Va.) Memorial Hospital’s Crystal Spring Tower is a 500,000-square-foot expansion opened in June that brings the system’s cardiovascular care network...
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19Mum-of-two diagnosed with bowel cancer at 26 shares key toilet symptom she ‘wasn’t aware of’
Bowel cancer has long been considered an affliction of older people, but this perception is slowly changing as growing numbers of those...
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25‘Wake-up call’ as silent artery damage linked to hidden ‘kind of fat’
Concealed fat deposits surrounding internal organs and within the liver can inflict arterial damage, including in individuals who seem physically fit, according...
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32Doctor identifies most telling ‘early sign’ of declining brain function
A doctor has identified what he calls the most telling early indicator of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease – and it’s not what...
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22Influenza season strikes early as hospital admissions nearly double in just one week
Flu season appears to have struck early this year after hospital admissions nearly doubled in just one week. The public has been...
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28Foreign-trained doctors make up over HALF of Britain’s ‘horrific’ sanctioned list
More than half of UK doctors sanctioned in the past year were trained overseas, new data shared with GB News has revealed....
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25Struggling to sleep? Doctor swears by 3 methods for a full night of restorative rest
As the nights draw in and we prepare to turn our clocks back, millions of Brits are finding themselves tossing and turning...
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18Grim warning Britain is ‘sleepwalking into totalitarian state’ as top psychologist fears Brit Card will pave way for social credit system
Britain is “sleepwalking into a totalitarian state,” a leading psychologist has warned, claiming that the proposed Brit Card digital ID could be...
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22Johnson & Johnson accused of selling asbestos-tainted baby powder linked to cancer as 3,000 Britons join lawsuit
Pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson faces a significant legal challenge in Britain as 3,000 individuals pursue compensation, claiming the firm deliberately marketed...
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32EVS department pilots virtual reality training
In a recent study, “Getting Real Clean: A Virtual Reality Training Pilot Study for Cleaning and Low-Level Disinfection of Portable Medical Equipment,”...
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27Assessing International Plumbing Code updates for chemical waste drainage
Selecting the right materials for chemical waste drainage systems is critical for safety and code compliance. Image courtesy of Charlotte Pipe and...
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29Hospital costs briefly reverse course
Construction costs for new two- to three-story hospitals have seen some decreases, according to an analysis by international construction data and services...
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26World Menopause Day with ZOE
By Professor Sarah Berry, Chief Scientist at ZOE and Dr Federica Amati, Head Nutritionist at ZOE Almost half of the humans on...
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25‘Crucial’ signs to spot early as data reveals alarming rise among women
Initial Parkinson’s disease diagnoses have surged by nearly 39 per cent across Central and North West London since 2023, new figures have...
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22Common cold or Covid? Experts weigh in on the key differences between the illnesses and their symptoms
It’s that time of year when everyone seems to be sniffling and coughing, whether you’re on the tube, at the office, or...
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25101-year-old who attends gym three times a week credits workout routine as key to longevity
A 101-year-old woman from Virginia Beach has captured hearts online after a video showed her powering through an impressive gym workout. Ruth...
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23Cholesterol-lowering food swap shown to melt pounds without calorie restriction
Swapping beef for beans could help you shed pounds without counting a single calorie, according to new findings that show it could...
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24Hope for men with advanced disease as two-pronged treatment slashes tumour growth sixfold in 10 days
Scientists have discovered that pairing two cancer medicines already in use could offer new hope for men battling advanced prostate cancer. The...
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24UK’s most prescribed medication may slash risk by 80%
A study involving more than a million people has found that low cholesterol could slash your risk of developing dementia by as...
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25Quitting smoking by age 40 could halve decline in verbal fluency
Anyone who gives up smoking after 40 could help protect their memory and thinking skills as they age, new findings have revealed....
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23DVLA launches new driving licence change that could impact millions of Britons a year
Motorists could see major changes made to the process of getting their driving licence as part of a huge new initiative from...
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22Britons alerted to ‘highly contagious virus’ that causes ‘serious complications’
Health officials are sounding the alarm about measles, reminding the public that the virus is both highly contagious and completely preventable through...
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27Activating a water management plan
An important aspect of implementation is a functioning team that can effectively oversee the water management program. Images by Getty Images Implementing...
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28Corridors impact operations, experiences | HFM Magazine
Image courtesy of Getty Images Just as arteries provide essential blood flow to the body, corridors are essential to nursing unit workflows....
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33GP shares four dietary staples he eats ‘every single day’ to cut his risk of the disease
Western nations face a particularly tough battle with colon cancer, with poor eating habits forming a large part of the problem. But...
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30The high-fat diet shown to slow brain decline in high-risk adults
Tucking into fish, berries, and nuts might help protect against Alzheimer’s disease in people carrying a specific genetic risk factor, new findings...
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27Why staying current with code updates is critical for health care facilities
Here are seven reasons facilities professionals should get involved in the code development process Source link
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NFPA weekly update: Oct. 6-10
Committee updates on emergency and standby power, fire alarms and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems Source link
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29Scientists hail ‘highly preventive tool’ for type 2 diabetes as habit combo slashes risk by 31%
Combining a reduced-calorie Mediterranean diet with regular physical activity could hold the key to cutting the likelihood of type 2 diabetes, slashing...
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Remembrance becomes harder with each passing year, but also more important
The week ended with a partial agreement between Israel and Hamas on a pause in hostilities in Gaza, and the President once...
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30Weight loss expert says his go-to evening drink may support overnight fat burn
A top weight loss expert has shared his go-to evening drink for burning fat while you sleep – and it’s not what...
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25Wes Streeting accuses BMA members of ‘dangerous extremism’ after urging GPs to flood A&Es with patients
Wes Streeting has accused the doctor’s union of engaging in “dangerous extremism” after its members urged GPs to direct patients to A&E...
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29Cancer: Eight-year-old’s brave fight against disease as parents raise over £60k for daughter’s liver transplant
An eight-year-old girl has been bravely fighting against cancer for 18 weeks, as her parents have managed to raise over £60,000 for...
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35British-led gene therapy hailed as ‘game changer’ for millions
A British-led gene therapy that rewires the circuits of the brain has been hailed as a “game changer” for the millions suffering...
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30A research primer on literature reviews
One of the most well-known literature reviews in the field of health care design is “A Review of the Research Literature on...
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31Scientists issue warning over ‘previously unknown effect’ of supplement taken by millions in the UK
Britons have been warned that vitamin D2 supplements might actually work against them after findings show the supplements can lower your body’s...
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29Michelle Dewberry makes heartfelt admission as she opens up on years-long battle with illness
Michelle Dewberry made a heartfelt admission live on air as she opened up on her decade-long battle with depression. The GB News...
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29World-first blood test could correctly identify condition in 92% of patients
Scientists have created what they’re calling the world’s first accurate blood test for chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as ME/CFS. The breakthrough...
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27One of Britain’s most commonly prescribed painkillers barely eases pain while doubling health risks, scientists warn
Tramadol, one of Britain’s most commonly prescribed painkillers, might not be worth the risk, scientists have warned. The caution comes on the...
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31Man, 71, receives pig liver transplant in world-first medical breakthrough
A man has received a pig liver transplant in a world-first medical procedure. The 71-year-old survived for almost half a year after...
