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‘I was addicted to social media - now I'm suing Big Tech’

BBC Health News Feed - Mon, 11/20/2023 - 00:11
The lawsuit says four of the largest social media firms knowingly expose children to harmful products.
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Winter pressure may hit NHS Wales wait targets - minister

BBC Health News Feed - Sun, 11/19/2023 - 16:41
The health minister says winter pressures could have an impact on waiting list targets.
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Health Secretary Victoria Atkins says husband's sugar job no conflict

BBC Health News Feed - Fri, 11/17/2023 - 10:14
Victoria Atkins says she has always been absolutely "scrupulous" in declaring her interests.
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Nottingham maternity units still failing some patients, says review leader

BBC Health News Feed - Fri, 11/17/2023 - 07:58
Senior midwife Donna Ockenden says her ongoing review had found criticism of interpretation services.
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My anxiety is back since ADHD medication ran out

BBC Health News Feed - Fri, 11/17/2023 - 06:12
Angela Kirkpatrick is concerned about what stopping the treatment will do to her symptoms.
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More illness among young affecting work ability

BBC Health News Feed - Fri, 11/17/2023 - 01:29
They are now likely to say ill-health affects their job as the middle-aged did 10 years ago.
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NHS talking therapy recommended for menopause symptoms

BBC Health News Feed - Fri, 11/17/2023 - 01:22
It could be used instead of, or with, HRT for hot flushes and sleep changes, says new guidance.
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Casgevy: UK approves gene-editing drug for sickle cell

BBC Health News Feed - Thu, 11/16/2023 - 06:30
Medical regulators approve a gene therapy that aims to cure sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
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Thousands at risk of poor home care because of low fees

BBC Health News Feed - Thu, 11/16/2023 - 01:59
Only one in 20 public bodies pays what it really costs to employ care workers to deliver support at home.
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More women to get contraceptive pill from chemists in England

BBC Health News Feed - Thu, 11/16/2023 - 01:30
A range of new services will be available without the need to go to a GP, from December, in England.
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Most NHS maternity units not safe enough, says regulator

BBC Health News Feed - Thu, 11/16/2023 - 01:22
The NHS watchdog says the findings are the worst in England since focused inspections began in 2018.
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My pre-death grief over husband's dementia

BBC Health News Feed - Wed, 11/15/2023 - 23:37
Marion Ritchie says she was grieving for the future that was gone when her husband was diagnosed.
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Medical cannabis: Parents 'denied it turn to illegal means for children'

BBC Health News Feed - Wed, 11/15/2023 - 15:16
Hannah Deacon suggests hundreds of parents who cannot get it medically turn to illegal methods.
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The online black market cashing in on weight loss injection hype

BBC Health News Feed - Wed, 11/15/2023 - 06:00
Doctors warn drugs from unregulated sources could contain potentially toxic ingredients.
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NHS England promises to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040

BBC Health News Feed - Wed, 11/15/2023 - 00:59
Jabs are to be offered in libraries and sports venues to improve access, the boss of NHS England will say.
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Give toddlers chickenpox jab, advisers tell NHS

BBC Health News Feed - Tue, 11/14/2023 - 11:09
All UK children should be protected against the virus at 12 and 18 months of age, advisers tell NHS.
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NHS struggling to open extra winter beds and fill staffing gaps

BBC Health News Feed - Tue, 11/14/2023 - 01:56
Hospitals in England warn a lack of funds means they must scale back on extra beds and recruitment.
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Indi Gregory: Critically ill baby dies after life-support turned off

BBC Health News Feed - Mon, 11/13/2023 - 09:51
Her dad, Dean Gregory, says eight-month-old Indi Gregory died at 01:45 GMT on Monday.
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Overseas doctors will remain 'crucial' despite recruitment drive - regulator

BBC Health News Feed - Mon, 11/13/2023 - 00:00
The General Medical Council says efforts to recruit more UK doctors will take years to take effect.
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Indi Gregory: Life-support withdrawn from critically ill baby

BBC Health News Feed - Sun, 11/12/2023 - 13:00
Christian Concern says eight-month-old Indi Gregory has been moved to a hospice.
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