Scientists deploy Merck’s Ebola vaccine in DRC
Scientists deployed Merck’s Ebola vaccine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with 70,000 doses released to combat an expanding outbreak.
Covid inquiry PPE report – a look at the key findings
A UK Covid inquiry report found nearly £10 billion in wasted taxpayer money on PPE procurement, with the country entering the pandemic with expired stockpiles and inadequate supplies for healthcare workers.
NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette Cooper
The NHS must prepare for annual summer heat crises with the same intensity as winter pressures, UK health secretary Yvette Cooper warned, as extreme heatwaves become routine due to climate change.
Lucy Davis urges women to check their breasts for cancer – here’s how
Actress Lucy Davis reveals she has incurable breast cancer that has spread to her bones. She emphasizes that the initial sign was a tiny hard spot rather than a traditional lump.
Eclipse warning: All the key signs you may have damaged your eyes
Eye experts warn of potential vision damage from eclipse viewing, with symptoms including blurred vision, dark spots, and light sensitivity. Around 70 people suffered damage after the 1999 UK eclipse.
Doctor says inadequate abortion cares sees women from Wales travel to London
A Welsh obstetrician reports treating women from Wales seeking surgical abortions at a London clinic every other week, raising concerns about those unable to travel facing forced continuation of pregnancies.