Teen Dies Hours After Meningitis Symptoms Appear
Lewis Waters, a Henley College student, died within hours of feeling ill from meningitis. Two other cases reported in Reading. UKHSA considers broader vaccination.
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Hantavirus in Semen: Could It Become a New STI? Experts Weigh In
A 2023 study found hantavirus can survive in semen for up to 6 years. We asked doctors if it could be sexually transmitted and what symptoms to watch for.
Student Nurse Mistook Deadly Cancer for Cold
Ayley Crawford, 21, thought she had a cold but was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. After chemo and a stem cell transplant, she is now in remission.
Paraplegic Graduate's Viral Walk Sparks Accessibility Call
After a truck accident left him paralyzed, Jaiden Picot crossed his graduation stage in a robotic exoskeleton. Now he advocates for greater accessibility for wheelchair users.
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US Teens Sleeping Less Than Ever, Study Finds
A new study shows US teens are sleeping less than ever, with only 22% of older adolescents getting adequate sleep. Screen time, social media, and academic pressure are key factors.
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Kills 65, New Strain Suspected
An Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC has killed 65 people, with 246 suspected cases. Officials suspect a new strain, complicating containment efforts.
Two Berkshire Schools Hit by Meningitis Outbreak
UK Health Security Agency names Reading Blue Coat and Highdown schools amid meningitis outbreak; one student dies.
Betting Firms Flagged Man's $895K Gambling Before Suicide
Kyle Hudson, 22, gambled $895,733 over four years before taking his own life. An inquest examines how betting companies responded to his risky behavior.
Woman disabled after defibrillator delay sues NHS
Meg Fozzard suffered a brain injury after an eight-minute defibrillator delay during cardiac arrest. She has received an undisclosed settlement from London Ambulance Service.
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DWP Lists Heart Conditions for £187 Weekly PIP Benefit
The DWP has released a list of 13 blood pressure and heart conditions that could qualify for PIP payments worth up to £187 per week. Over 102,000 people currently claim.
Two Children Treated for Meningitis After Student Death
Two pupils from Reading schools are receiving treatment for meningitis following the death of a student at Henley College. UKHSA says cases are not linked to Kent outbreak.
Fred Kettle Discusses Dyslexia and Emmerdale Role
Emmerdale's Fred Kettle reveals his dyslexia diagnosis at age 9 and how it shaped his unique approach to acting, from school struggles to landing roles in the soap and Netflix's Adolescence.
Tractive GPS Tracker for Dogs Review: A Surprising Success
Discover why the Tractive Smart Dog Tracker impressed a devoted dog owner. Features include GPS tracking, health monitoring, and virtual fences. Starting at £59.
Millions of UK Unpaid Carers 'Living in Agony'
Louise Casey, head of the government's adult social care commission, says millions of unpaid carers in the UK are suffering due to a fragmented system relying on women.
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Craig Venter, Genome Pioneer, Dies at 79
Craig Venter, the pioneering and controversial geneticist who helped sequence the human genome, has died at 79. He revolutionized genomics with his shotgun sequencing method.
Vasectomy Decline Misinterpreted Due to Incomplete NHS Data
Dr Gareth James argues that the apparent decline in vasectomies is due to underfunding and restricted access, not lack of demand, as community procedures are excluded from official figures.
Mother of Nottingham Killer: Mental Health System Broken
Celeste Calocane, mother of triple killer Valdo Calocane, tells inquiry she repeatedly raised concerns but no one acted, calling the mental health system broken.
California Mushroom Poisoning Outbreak: 47 Cases, 4 Deaths
Three more people hospitalized in Napa County amid unprecedented outbreak of toxic mushroom poisonings in California, with 47 cases and 4 deaths since November 2025.
Weight-Loss Jabs Could Halve Sick Leave, Study Finds
Study shows GLP-1 injections reduce sick days by 45% and long-term absence by 56%, potentially freeing up millions of GP appointments and saving the NHS £364m annually.
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Antidepressants in Pregnancy: No Autism or ADHD Risk
A new study finds no link between antidepressant use during pregnancy and increased risk of autism or ADHD in children, after accounting for maternal mental health.
One Dead, Two Ill in Berkshire Meningitis Outbreak
A young person has died and two others are being treated after a meningitis outbreak in Berkshire. Health officials offer antibiotics to close contacts.
Prostate Cancer Screening: Small Benefit, Big Risks
A comprehensive review finds PSA screening reduces prostate cancer deaths by 2 per 1,000 men, but many face unnecessary treatment. Experts urge shared decision-making.
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British Gas to Pay £20m for Unfair Treatment of Vulnerable Customers
British Gas agrees to £20m settlement with Ofgem after investigation into unauthorized prepayment meter installations, affecting vulnerable customers.
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Liam Cavanagh talks Cain Dingle out of skipping prostate cancer surgery, then helps him cope with recovery and pride in Emmerdale.
Demisexual Woman's Solo Sex Life: A Week of Dating and Self-Discovery
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Student Dies in Meningitis Outbreak in Reading
A student has died and two others are seriously ill in a meningitis B outbreak in Reading, UK. Health officials are contacting close contacts and offering antibiotics.
PCOS Diagnosis Led to Heroin Addiction, Woman Reveals
Caitlin Atkins, 32, shares her journey from PCOS diagnosis at 16 to opioid addiction and heroin use, and how motherhood helped her get clean.
PCOS Diagnosis at 16 Led to Years of Heroin Addiction
Caitlin Atkins, 32, shares how PCOS diagnosis at 16 led to opioid addiction and heroin use, costing £1,000 a day. She got clean after pregnancy.
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Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, 86, was rushed to Rigshospitalet after a heart attack. She is tired but in good spirits, and will stay for observation over the weekend.
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