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Endometriosis: I had to stop modelling because I kept passing out
A former model diagnosed with endometriosis at 25 had to leave her career due to debilitating symptoms. One in six women with the condition reportedly leave the workplace, prompting a UK inquiry into workplace treatment.
NHS trust investigated for corporate manslaughter after Nottingham attacks
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust faces a police investigation for corporate manslaughter following the 2023 Nottingham attacks carried out by a patient under its care.
Poorest children in England 40% more likely to be hospitalised for lung infections
Children in England’s poorest areas face a 40% higher hospitalization rate for respiratory infections compared to those in wealthier regions, according to NHS data analysis highlighting air pollution’s role in health disparities.
‘It was like something was crawling over me’ – the worrying rise of shingles among millennial women
Shingles cases are rising sharply among women in their 30s and 40s, contrary to the traditional perception that the painful viral infection primarily affects older adults.
England’s north-south life expectancy gap grows despite record longevity
England’s north-south life expectancy gap has widened despite reaching record longevity levels in 2025, with northern regions experiencing little improvement while southern areas saw significant gains.
Ultra-processed food companies hindering health drives by suing countries, says WHO
Major ultra-processed food corporations are suing governments that attempt to implement healthier diet policies, according to WHO leadership, hindering global obesity prevention efforts.
Bird flu vaccine trial begins against potential pandemic strain
The UK has launched a clinical trial of an mRNA vaccine targeting H5N1 bird flu, involving 4,000 volunteers across multiple sites as a preventive measure against potential pandemic transmission.
‘World-first’ vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Researchers at Cambridge University developed a vaccine using artificial intelligence to protect against multiple coronavirus variants and potentially prevent future pandemics, marking the first AI-designed vaccine antigen tested in humans.
NI health: Resident doctors begin strike action over pay
Resident doctors in Northern Ireland have begun a 24-hour strike over pay disputes, with consultants and specialist doctors also participating in ongoing industrial action regarding compensation and working conditions.
A Mom Said Infant Formula Killed Her Baby. The Manufacturer Didn’t Tell the FDA.
In September 2016, a distraught mother sent infant formula maker Mead Johnson a message: “REMOVE ME FROM YOUR LIST!!!! DO NOT EMAIL OR MAIL ME ANY MORE! “It is because of your animal based pre-term artificial baby food crap that you peddle to hospital NICU’s that my...
A Mom Said Infant Formula Killed Her Baby. The Manufacturer Closed the File.
In September 2016, a distraught mother sent infant formula maker Mead Johnson a message: “REMOVE ME FROM YOUR LIST!!!! DO NOT EMAIL OR MAIL ME ANY MORE! “It is because of your animal based pre-term artificial baby food crap that you peddle to hospital NICU’s that my...
Supreme Court Makes Health Policy
The Host The Supreme Court wrapped up its 2025-26 session this week with a spate of decisions, including several affecting health policy. The most significant: an immigration case that could exacerbate a shortage of workers in nursing homes and other long-term care...
Supreme Court Makes Health Policy
[Editor’s note: This transcript was generated using transcription software. It has been edited for style and clarity.] Julie Rovner: Hello from KFF Health News and WAMU Public Radio in Washington, D.C. Welcome to What the Health? I’m Julie Rovner, chief...
Newsom Vowed To Transform Kids’ Mental Health. Many California Schools Are Still Waiting.
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” QUINCY, Calif. — When Taletha Washburn and the staff at Plumas Charter School first heard that California wanted to help...
Newsom Vowed To Transform Kids’ Mental Health. Many California Schools Are Still Waiting.
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” QUINCY, Calif. — When Taletha Washburn and the staff at Plumas Charter School first heard that California wanted to help...
Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog
Getty ImagesCatherine Snowdon, BBC News6 hours agoWomen with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) should have annual checks so doctors can spot the wide-ranging health issues that can come with this complex condition, says new advice for the NHS.PMOS, which...
‘Normal birth drive’ criticism removed from maternity report, expert claims
Getty ImagesMichael Buchanan , Social affairs correspondent and Eleanor Lawrie, Social affairs reporter6 hours agoA review into maternity safety in England was changed just days before publication to remove criticism of a "normal birth drive", according to a former...
These Church Members Disagree on Politics. Together They’re Wiping Out Medical Debt.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Some issues, like immigration or student loans, are too divisive to unite Trinity Moravian Church. “We’ve got quite a spread of political beliefs,” said the Rev. John Jackman, who leads this 114-year-old red-brick church near Winston-Salem’s old...
Would Hunters Take a Lyme Disease Vaccine? We Asked
It’s tick season, possibly the worst in a decade. More and more Americans are being exposed to these parasites as climate change expands the range where they can survive. That means more people are also exposed to the bevy of health conditions they can cause, such as...
These Church Members Disagree on Politics. Together They’re Wiping Out Medical Debt.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Some issues, like immigration or student loans, are too divisive to unite Trinity Moravian Church. “We’ve got quite a spread of political beliefs,” said the Rev. John Jackman, who leads this 114-year-old red-brick church near Winston-Salem’s old...
Would Hunters Take a Lyme Disease Vaccine? We Asked
It’s tick season, possibly the worst in a decade. More and more Americans are being exposed to these parasites as climate change expands the range where they can survive. That means more people are also exposed to the bevy of health conditions they can cause, such as...
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10 Things To Keep In Mind When Buying A Second-Hand Bike
Shifted to a new city and want to buy a second-hand bike for commuting? Or saving up to buy a solid good second-hand bike to run errands? Either way, there are a lot of critical things that you must know before jumping into a deal and walking away with a bike that you...
What are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Cases?
Any kind of accident where one person’s actions causes harm to someone else can be considered as a personal injury case. That means there are many possible cases that could result in someone filing a personal injury lawsuit. But what about the most common types of...
Why Is It Important To Hire A DUI Attorney?
Everyone agrees that life is unpredictable. We never know what will happen the next day. Also, it is important to understand the fact that we are human. We all make mistakes. It is possible that you end up charged for a DUI when you are actually at fault as you had...
Will your health insurance policy pay you for hormone replacement therapies?
There are several symptoms among people with hormone issues which are pretty annoying and disturbing. Among men who suffer from low T, they can suffer from decreased passion, chronic fatigue, hair loss and loss of muscle mass. Among the women who have low estrogen,...