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Heatwave Hits UK: Britons Share Challenges and Cooling Tips

As the UK faces record May heat, Britons share their experiences coping with soaring temperatures, highlighting challenges in hospitals, homes, and daily life amid calls for better climate adaptation.

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Four older women sit on a low stone wall and eat ice creams on the promenade at Blackpool.

Mother Campaigns to Improve Brain Tumour Research After Daughter's Rapid Death

Amanda Axiak campaigns to improve brain tumour research after her daughter Alicia-Adele died 13 days post-diagnosis with DIPG, highlighting the urgent need for better funding and awareness in Wales.

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Amanda Axiak A selfie image of a woman stood in a park in the sunshine with her arm around a young girl. They are both wearing white t shirts and blue denim dungarees. They both have wavy brown hair and the woman is also wearing sunglasses and a grey backpack over one shoulder. behind them is grass and trees. They are both smiling and looking at the camera.

Diabetes Cases in Wales Rising Rapidly with Many Undiagnosed

Diabetes cases in Wales are rising faster than expected, with many undiagnosed. The condition affects diverse communities disproportionately and presents unique challenges in prevention and management.

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WHO Warns DR Congo Faces Crisis as Ebola Outbreak Collides with Conflict

The WHO warns that ongoing conflict in DR Congo's Ituri province is severely hindering Ebola outbreak control, with 220 suspected deaths and border closures in place. Humanitarian access is critical amid security challenges and international travel restrictions.

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Anadolu via Getty Images A health worker in blue scrubs and protective gear carries out temperature screening for travellers at the Kanyaruchinya checkpoint near Goma - 25 May 2026

Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi Diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer

Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after her removal by President Trump. She is undergoing treatment and will join the White House's AI advisory council while preparing to testify on Epstein files.

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NHS Trust Apologizes Over Data Breaches Following Nottingham Attacks

The NUH NHS Trust apologizes after staff accessed victims' medical records without authorization following the 2023 Nottingham attacks. Investigations led to dismissals and warnings, with ongoing inquiries into breaches affecting survivors and families.

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Resident Doctors in England Announce 16th Strike Over Pay Dispute

Resident doctors in England plan a five-day strike in June, their 16th, over pay disputes despite recent salary increases totaling 33% over four years.

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Woman with Early Onset Parkinson's Finds Strength and Community in CrossFit

Jules King, diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's, finds strength and community through CrossFit, earning a bronze medal and inspiring others to stay active.

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Endometriosis Diagnosis Delays: 'I Thought I Was Dying' at 14

Ellie Colton shares her journey with endometriosis, highlighting the average 8-9 year diagnosis delay and ongoing research for better tests.

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Turning 40 with Arthritis: Rediscovering Kickboxing and Confidence

At 40 and diagnosed with arthritis, Lauren revisited her teenage kickboxing passion, rediscovering strength and confidence despite physical challenges.

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Lauren Potts in a kickboxing training session with coach Lyn

NI Health Trusts Spend Over £160m on Agency Nurses as Costs Triple in Six Years

Northern Ireland health trusts spent over £160m on agency nurses in one year, tripling costs in six years. The auditor general calls for 2,195 more nurses and urges targeted action to reduce agency reliance and expenditure.

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Parents Sacrifice Essentials to Afford Life-Saving Care for Disabled Children

Parents like Samantha Tolmie are sacrificing essentials, including hot meals, to afford life-saving equipment for their disabled children amid rising energy costs and insufficient benefits.

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Kit Taylor/BBC Samantha, wearing a light blue cardigan, smiles as she leans on the side of her son's bed. Lewis, a young man with dark blonde hair and brown eyes, is laying down in a hospital bed with a tracheostomy tube visible over his neck.