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• I was paralyzed by a common anti-wrinkle injection. The warning signs were there within 24 hours but I didn't know…

  05-05-2025 20:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A mom was left 'partly paralyzed' after being 'poisoned' by Botox-like injections - and says chasing beauty 'ruined' her life.
  
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• Doctors strike again amid flu crisis – The Latest

  17-12-2025 16:41 via theguardian.com
  Resident doctors in England have begun five days of strike action after rejecting the government’s latest offer to resolve a long-running dispute over pay and jobs.The health secretary, Wes Streeting, met the British Medical Association on Tuesday in a final attempt to reach an agreement, but they failed to agree a deal. It means that resident doctors – formerly known as junior doctors – will remain on strike until 7am on Monday.Lucy Hough talks to the Guardian’s health p
  
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• Talks to resolve resident doctors’ strike begin at Acas

  17-12-2025 16:17 via theguardian.com
  Arbitration service hosts talks in effort to resolve dispute as medics in England strike for 14th time over pay and jobsUK politics live – latest updatesTalks have started at the conciliation service, Acas, to resolve the resident doctors’ strike.The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service has become involved in an effort to find a resolution to the long-running dispute as medics strike for the 14th time over pay and jobs. Continue reading...
  
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• Soaring demand causing shortage of flu jab appointments across England

  17-12-2025 16:17 via theguardian.com
  Few bookable slots left as NHS urges people to get vaccinated amid surge in cases because of new strainSoaring demand has caused a major shortage of flu jab appointments across England, the Guardian can reveal.NHS leaders have issued urgent pleas to the public to get their flu jabs and help the health service cope with a crippling “flu-nami”, which last week led to hospitals in England treating record numbers of seriously ill patients with flu. Continue reading...
  
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• £570m cost of Erasmus is ‘money coming back to UK’, says minister – UK politics live

  17-12-2025 15:44 via theguardian.com
  Nick Thomas-Symonds says a 30% discount for the UK’s participation in EU scheme has been agreedStreeting says he does not want people to stay away from hospitals today if they need emergency medical help.The most important message that I want us all to convey collectively as, as parliament and the NHS, is to the public’ I do not want people who need to access health care to think [they’d] better not try.So if it’s an accident or an emergency, people should have access. Co
  
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• US records first child flu death... as 'super' virus overwhelms cities

  17-12-2025 15:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The US has recorded its first pediatric death of the 2025-2026 respiratory virus season. The CDC reported the death but did not give details on the child.
  
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• US records first pediatric flu death... as 'super' virus overwhelms cities

  17-12-2025 15:02 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The US has recorded its first pediatric death of the 2025-2026 respiratory virus season. The CDC reported the death but did not give details on the child.
  
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• Timeless toys unlock dementia by sparking happy childhood memories

  17-12-2025 14:40 via express.co.uk
  EXCLUSIVE: Studies have shown that holding old toys can help dementia sufferers rekindle memories of their past - now a toy firm has gone a step further.
  
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• Starmer repeats call for Farage to apologise to fellow pupils who have accused him of racism – UK politics live

  17-12-2025 14:10 via theguardian.com
  PM tells PMQs it is ‘never too late to apologise’ when questioned over allegations made against the Reform UK leaderStreeting says he does not want people to stay away from hospitals today if they need emergency medical help.The most important message that I want us all to convey collectively as, as parliament and the NHS, is to the public’ I do not want people who need to access health care to think [they’d] better not try.So if it’s an accident or an emergency, pe
  
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• Dentist hails 'boost for millions' as NHS announces dentistry reforms for 2026

  17-12-2025 14:06 via express.co.uk
  Following a consultation period earlier this year, the Department of Health and Social Care has proposed several changes for NHS dentistry in England next year
  
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• Starmer and Badenoch clash over doctors’ strikes and the government’s record at final PMQs of the year – UK politics live

  17-12-2025 13:45 via theguardian.com
  Tory leader tells prime minister’s questions that the PM has promised growth but only delivered ‘broken promises’Streeting says he does not want people to stay away from hospitals today if they need emergency medical help.The most important message that I want us all to convey collectively as, as parliament and the NHS, is to the public’ I do not want people who need to access health care to think [they’d] better not try.So if it’s an accident or an emergency,
  
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• New flu strain sweeping across Europe is putting pressure on healthcare, says WHO

  17-12-2025 13:38 via theguardian.com
  At least 27 of 38 countries in WHO’s European region are reporting high or very high influenza activity, body saysEurope live – latest updatesAn intense surge in flu cases driven by a newly dominant virus strain is sweeping across Europe, placing healthcare systems in several countries under severe pressure, the World Health Organization has said.The WHO said on Wednesday that at least 27 of the 38 countries in its European region were reporting “high or very high influenza act
  
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• New flu strain putting severe pressure on healthcare across Europe, says WHO

  17-12-2025 13:38 via theguardian.com
  At least 27 of 38 countries in WHO’s European region are reporting high or very high influenza activity, body saysEurope live – latest updatesAn intense surge in flu cases driven by a newly dominant virus strain is sweeping across Europe, placing healthcare systems in several countries under severe pressure, the World Health Organization has said.The WHO said on Wednesday that at least 27 of the 38 countries in its European region were reporting “high or very high influenza act
  
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• Killer Labubus: Urgent warning as dangerous counterfeit dolls flood UK before Christmas - thousands of toys seized

  17-12-2025 13:21 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Figures show at least 259,000 fake toys worth over £2.5million have been seized so far this year - of which Labubu's account for 90 per cent.
  
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• I've developed a weird painless growth on my neck. Do I need to get it removed? DR PHILIPPA KAYE has the answer

  17-12-2025 13:19 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  One of the most likely causes of a growth on the neck is a cyst.
  
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• I spent thousands on having my 'man boobs' reduced after cruel taunts from strangers reduced me to tears... now I couldn't be happier

  17-12-2025 13:19 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A man who spent thousands on a surgery to reduce the size of his 'man boobs' says he is now happier than ever.
  
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• Super-fit runner, 42, died of heart attack after chest pain was dismissed by medics as simple heartburn: 'He could have been saved'

  17-12-2025 12:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Kristian Hudson, who lived in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, was suffering from chest pain just weeks before he collapsed and died of a heart attack whilst out running.
  
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• BMA accused of hypocrisy as its own staff threaten to strike over pay

  17-12-2025 12:52 via theguardian.com
  Dispute with clerical staff over below-inflation pay rise comes as NHS resident doctors start BMA-backed strikeThe British Medical Association is facing a strike over pay by its own clerical staff, prompting calls of hypocrisy as NHS resident doctors in England launch five days of strike action with the union’s backing.Talks between the BMA and the GMB union failed to come to a resolution on Tuesday, raising the prospect of a strike by clerical and administrative staff at the health union
  
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• Festive drinks ranked: Which of your favourite tipples are doing the most - and least - damage to your body

  17-12-2025 12:51 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Some popular Christmas drinks contain enough hidden calories to rival fast food - raising concerns they could contribute to weight gain and tooth decay over the festive period.
  
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• UKHSA warning as Brits with colds and flu told 'don't' take common pill

  17-12-2025 12:40 via express.co.uk
  This medication doesn't work against these illnesses, the UKHSA said.
  
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• Doctor's fruit warning to anyone on captopril, enalapril or fosinopril

  17-12-2025 12:40 via express.co.uk
  A doctor has warned one fruit can interact with ACE inhibitor medications
  
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• Scientists reveal the surprising age at which physical ability peaks - and it could explain the success of LeBron James and Serena Williams

  17-12-2025 12:15 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Scientists from the Karolinska Institute have revealed the surprising age at which physical ability peaks - and it could explain the success of several famous athletes.
  
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• Weight Watchers unveils service for weight-loss injection users, launching January 2026

  17-12-2025 11:30 via express.co.uk
  Weight Watchers has introduced a new a programme to coincide with GLP-1 medication.
  
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• Health secretary apologises for doctors’ strike and says people should still attend hospital for emergencies – UK politics live

  17-12-2025 11:25 via theguardian.com
  Resident doctors in England have begun five days of strike action after rejecting the government’s latest offerStreeting says he does not want people to stay away from hospitals today if they need emergency medical help.The most important message that I want us all to convey collectively as, as parliament and the NHS, is to the public’ I do not want people who need to access health care to think [they’d] better not try.So if it’s an accident or an emergency, people should
  
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• UK homeowners urged to leave bowl of water in living room and bedroom

  17-12-2025 11:09 via express.co.uk
  The UK is facing an 'unprecedented wave' of flu this winter, and health experts say a simple humidity trick at home could help reduce your risk of infection
  
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• ‘Trojan horse moment’: anti-rights groups seize chance to fill void left by US aid cuts

  17-12-2025 11:00 via theguardian.com
  Ultra-conservative Christian organisations look to reshape global health landscape as new aid agreements open door to demands restricting family planning servicesThe sudden stop work order on USAID in January 2025 sent shock waves around the world. Many health clinics were immediately shut down, leaving millions without access to vital medicines and facilities, with potentially deadly consequences, especially for HIV patients, children, and women and adolescent girls.To many, the subsequent axin
  
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• Caesareans overtake natural vaginal births in England for first time, NHS data finds

  17-12-2025 10:42 via theguardian.com
  45% of births were through C-sections, 44% through natural vaginal births and 11% assisted with forceps or ventouseBirths through caesarean section have overtaken natural vaginal births in England for the first time, NHS data has revealed.Last year, 45% of births in England were through caesareans, 44% were through natural vaginal births and 11% were assisted with instruments such as forceps or ventouse, according to the data published on Tuesday. Continue reading...
  
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• Revealed: Exactly what a week of drinking is doing to you. HARRY WALLOP took heart, liver, brain and blood tests to find out the truth. Read this before you pick up your next glass

  17-12-2025 09:24 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  December is a time when many of us drink more than normal - that extra glass of mulled wine after the carol concert, the office party involving shots and lurid cocktails, the annual meet-up with friends.
  
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• Scientists pinpoint four simple habits that can 'de-age' your brain by eight years

  17-12-2025 08:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A fresh study has revealed four simple habits that can 'de-age' your brain by up to eight years.
  
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• Resident doctors in England begin five days of strike action

  17-12-2025 08:00 via theguardian.com
  NHS leaders warn ‘more patients are likely to feel the impact of this round of strikes than the previous two’Resident doctors in England have begun five days of strike action after rejecting the government’s latest offer to resolve the long-running dispute over pay and jobs.The British Medical Association (BMA), and the health secretary, Wes Streeting, met on Tuesday in a final attempt to reach an agreement, but failed to do so. Continue reading...
  
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