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New equipment helps Jersey charity support breastfeeding
A Jersey charity has acquired hospital-grade breast pumps and a maternity recliner chair to expand breastfeeding support services at a new clinic.
NHS radiographers report rise in overt racist abuse by patients
NHS radiographers report a noticeable rise in overt racist abuse from patients over the past 18 months, including being called derogatory names and refused treatment based on race.
Artificial Intelligence used to design brand new viruses
US researchers used artificial intelligence to design 16 novel viruses that can replicate in laboratories. The breakthrough marks the first successful AI-designed complete genomes, though experts warn of biosecurity concerns.
Nuclear power push ramps up uranium mill — and tribal health concerns
The White Mesa Mill, the nation’s only remaining conventional uranium mill, faces renewed scrutiny as increased uranium demand driven by nuclear power expansion raises health and contamination concerns among nearby tribal communities.
‘Dangerously hostile’: heatwaves leave hospital wards unsafe, data reveals
Hospitals across England recorded dangerous temperatures exceeding 42C this summer, forcing surgery cancellations and creating unsafe conditions for patients and staff.
‘World-first’ vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed an artificial intelligence-designed vaccine component that could protect against multiple coronavirus variants and potentially prevent future pandemics, marking the first time such a vaccine has been trialled in humans.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man voted in favor of strike action over pay concerns, with 95% of 104 eligible members supporting the measure amid claims of significant real-terms pay erosion.
UK starts first vaccine trial, eight weeks into Ebola emergency
UK regulators approved the first human trials of a new Ebola vaccine eight weeks into a public health emergency centered in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has killed 625 people.
PPE failures left NHS staff poorly protected and wasted £10bn, Covid inquiry finds
The UK Covid inquiry found NHS staff lacked adequate PPE during the pandemic, with £9.9bn of taxpayer money wasted on procurement, though no evidence of corruption was identified.
Calls for change after fertility appointment inside maternity unit
A woman who underwent a decade-long IVF journey is advocating for fertility and gynaecology services to be separated from maternity units after experiencing distress during a hospital appointment.
Are the ‘luteal uglies’ a real thing?
Social media videos about “luteal uglies” describe appearance and mood changes during the second half of women’s menstrual cycles. Medical experts confirm hormonal shifts cause real physical and emotional effects that deserve greater awareness and support.
Half of vaccines are binned – this plant could change that
UK scientists successfully trialed a refrigeration-free vaccine for the first time, converting a tetanus-diphtheria vaccine into a stable powder form using a sugar derived from resurrection plants.
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. Experts advise women to check breasts monthly for lumps, skin changes, and nipple discharge.
Vaping and cannabis hit record highs among young adults in 2025: Survey
Young adults’ vaping and cannabis use reached record levels in 2025, with 19% reporting nicotine vape use and 29% reporting cannabis use in the past month, according to a national survey.
We must fix social care before allowing assisted dying, says Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says the assisted dying debate should be delayed until the palliative and social care systems are improved, citing the need to fix foundational care issues first.
NHS mental health trust plans £25m in cuts to jobs and services
The East London Foundation Trust plans to cut £25m in spending by eliminating 330 jobs and redesigning at least 10 mental health services, sparking concerns about longer wait times and potential harm to vulnerable patients.
GPs’ breast cancer guidelines ‘miss’ 95% of young women who will develop disease
Research suggests current GP guidelines in England miss 95% of young women under 50 who will develop breast cancer, prompting calls for criteria review.
Study finds three midlife health factors that could delay dementia for 13 years
A study finds that people aged 45-65 with normal blood pressure, no type 2 diabetes, and who don’t smoke may live nearly 13 additional years free from dementia compared to those with all three risk factors.
Stopping statins in people over 75 at low risk for heart disease didn’t increase deaths
A French study found that stopping statins at age 75 in people with no cardiovascular disease history did not increase death rates, suggesting potential flexibility in treatment decisions for healthy older adults.
Trump administration’s new ‘treatment-first’ addiction toolkit emphasizes faith, abstinence
The Trump administration unveiled a new addiction and homelessness framework emphasizing treatment, faith-based interventions, and abstinence while rejecting harm reduction and housing-first approaches.
What do heatwaves do to the body and who is most at risk?
Extended heat exposure affects vulnerable populations including older adults and young children through physiological changes like elevated heart rate and blood pressure drops. Understanding heat-related illnesses and protective measures is critical during warm weather periods.
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