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Aberdeen Counselling Charity Faces Staff Cuts After Losing Key Funding

Aberdeen charity Cairns Counselling has made most staff redundant after losing key funding, suspending services from 22 May amid increased demand and premises closure.

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RSPB Urges Removing Seed Feeders This Summer to Prevent Bird Disease Spread

The RSPB urges bird lovers to remove seed feeders from May to October to reduce disease spread among birds like greenfinches, recommending protein-rich alternatives and bird-friendly planting to support healthy populations.

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RSPB Advises Against Feeding Garden Birds During Warmer Months to Curb Disease

The RSPB urges UK residents to stop feeding garden birds from May to October to reduce disease spread, especially trichomonosis, which has severely impacted greenfinch populations. New guidance emphasizes seasonal feeding and hygiene to protect bird health.

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Arterra/Universal Images Group via Getty Images European greenfinch (Chloris chloris / Carduelis chloris) eating seed at garden bird feeder

ChatGPT Helps Diagnose Woman’s Rare Condition After Years of Misdiagnosis

After years of misdiagnosis, Phoebe Tesoriere's rare condition was identified with the help of ChatGPT, leading to a confirmed diagnosis of hereditary spastic paraplegia.

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Phoebe Tesoriere Phoebe is sat in a hosptial bed whilst undergoing a diagnostic test. She is smiling with serval medical wires attached to her head which has been shaved.

Top Water Flossers in the UK Tested for a Dentist-Clean Feeling

Explore expert-tested water flossers in the UK, from budget to premium models, with insights from dental professionals on their benefits and usage.

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A selection of the reviewed water flossers.

Union Warns Half of New Nursing Graduates in Wales May Face Unemployment

The Royal College of Nursing Cymru warns that up to half of new nursing graduates in Wales may face unemployment amid NHS recruitment freezes, sparking concern from trainees and political parties.

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US Man Endures 200 Snakebites to Develop Universal Antivenom Amid Climate Risks

Tim Friede endured over 200 snakebites to develop immunity for a universal antivenom, aiming to reduce global snakebite deaths amid rising risks from climate change.

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Hanner Graddedigion Nyrsio Cymru Heb Swyddi Band 5 yn 2025

Mae data'n dangos prinder swyddi Band 5 i nyrsys a bydwragedd newydd gymhwyso yng Nghymru, gyda hyd at hanner raddedigion nyrsio'n wynebu diffyg cyfleoedd gwaith yn 2025.

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Fitness Enthusiast Aimee Oliver Faces Incontinence Challenges Post-Childbirth

Aimee Oliver, a fitness enthusiast, faces incontinence after childbirth. Northern Ireland sees rising cases and long NHS waits. Experts stress pelvic floor training to prevent surgery and support women's health.

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BBC Aimee is smiling at the camera. She has dark brown hair and is wearing a black sports jacket. She is sitting down on a chair in the middle of an indoor sports court.

Families Concerned as NHS Lothian Considers Closing Respite Centres for Disabled Children

Families of severely disabled children fear closure of NHS Lothian respite centres amid financial pressures. No decisions made yet, but centres operate below capacity. Political leaders call for support to maintain vital services.

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BBC Family photo of three white people. Red haired mum Lynsey, age 44, with cream v-neck jumper sitting beside her husband Mark, age 46, who is bald with a beard and thick black glasses wearing a gray polo neck top. He is holding his daughter Thea who is wearing a black and cream striped jumper. Thea has a breathing and feeding tube coming out from her neck. They are sitting on a couch in a living room with a sliver lamp and wedding photo in the background.

Sister’s Bone Marrow Match Saves Brother Diagnosed with Leukaemia at 17

At 17, Jody White was diagnosed with acute undifferentiated leukaemia. His sister Jessie’s perfect bone marrow match saved his life after intensive treatment and a transplant.

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Jody White A picture of Jody White and Jessie White. Jody is wearing a blue and red jacket. He is carrying a a black bag. Jessie is wearing a light blue denim jacket and a crochet head band. They are both at a festival,

Patient Faces Month-Long Delay in Surgery Amid Doctor Strikes

Tom Lawson faces a month-long delay in gastric bypass surgery due to ongoing resident doctor strikes, impacting his health and return to work amid NHS pay and training disputes.

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BBC Tom Lawson looking to the right of the camera with pursed lips. He is mostly bald with bits of brown hair on the side of his head and a brown and grey beard. He is wearing black, rectangular glasses and a black top. He is sitting on a beige sofa which has stripes down it. Behind him there is blue and white patterned wallpaper.

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