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Augmented Reality Enhances Patient Understanding Before Endometriosis Surgery

Aga Mizgala, living with suspected endometriosis for seven years, is among the first patients using augmented reality at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital to better understand her condition and upcoming surgery.

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BBC A woman sits on a chair with a virtual reality headset on whilst a doctor and nurse look at a laptop screen.

Rhieni'n galw am brechlyn MenB ehangach ar ôl marwolaeth myfyrwraig

Mae rhieni myfyriwr a fu farw o Meningitis B yn galw am ymestyn mynediad at frechlyn MenB i bobl ifanc ar ôl marwolaeth eu merch, Meg Draper, 18 oed, a fu farw tra'n astudio ym Mhrifysgol Bournemouth ym mis Hydref 2025.

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Parents Warn of MenB Outbreak Risks Without Expanded Vaccine Access

Helen and Lee Draper fear further MenB outbreaks without broader vaccine access after their daughter Meg died from Meningitis B. They call for expanded NHS vaccination for teenagers amid concerns over misinformation and limited MenB vaccine availability.

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Helen and Lee Draper A young woman is holding a dog while smiling at the camera in a house, infront of the front door.

How Street Photography Helped Tom Wilkins Conquer Social Anxiety

Tom Wilkins, who has battled social anxiety, found confidence through street photography in Cardiff, capturing alternative subcultures and empowering others while managing his own anxiety.

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Tom Wilkins Tom Wilkins stood in Cardiff high street. He has a brown long beard, brown long hair and wears a knitted grey hat. Straps from his backpack can be seen on his shoulder, and he wears a jumper rolled up to his elbows

Men's Group Supports Mental Health and Eases NHS Pressure

Moreton Men Sports Group in Suffolk supports men's mental health through sports and community activities, easing NHS demand by providing informal referrals for those needing non-clinical support.

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John Fairhall/ BBC Adam Townsend is striking a yoga pose, where his arms are outstretched. He is heavily tattooed, with a brown beard. He is wearing a black vest. Other members are doing the same pose in the background.

How Scotland's NHS Performance Compares with Other UK Nations

Healthcare is a key issue in Scotland's election, with NHS performance compared across the UK. BBC Verify examines hospital waits, A&E times, ambulance responses, cancer care, and workforce data, highlighting challenges in cross-nation comparisons due to differing data methods.

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£1bn Needed to Repair and Maintain Wales Health Buildings, Study Finds

Mae angen tua £1bn i drwsio a chynnal adeiladau iechyd Cymru, gyda 35% o safle Ysbyty Gwynedd yn methu cyrraedd safonau iechyd a diogelwch, yn ôl ymchwil BBC Cymru.

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NHS Wales Faces Nearly £1bn Backlog in Major Repairs and Maintenance

NHS Wales faces a nearly £1bn backlog in repairs, with major hospitals requiring urgent maintenance. Political parties propose new hospitals and estate upgrades ahead of the May Senedd election, highlighting the challenge of ageing health infrastructure.

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Cardiff and Vale health board An archive photo of the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, while it was being built in the late 1960s. Construction site, scaffolding and cranes in the distance

Prince William hails £20m milestone for Dame Deborah James' Bowelbabe Fund

The Bowelbabe Fund, created by Dame Deborah James, has raised over £20m for cancer research, a milestone praised by Prince William as an incredible legacy.

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Deborah James Princew William in a blue suit and shirt crouched next to Dame Deborah James, in a white dress with a medal pinned to it.

Review Identifies 250 Patients Needing Repeat Bone Density Scans

An independent review found potential issues in bone density scans for over 200 Jersey patients, prompting repeat scans and apologies from Health and Care Jersey.

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BBC The Gloucester Street entrance to Jersey's General Hospital

Heat-Related Deaths Drop in UK’s Warmest Summer of 2025

Despite the UK's warmest summer in 2025 with four heatwaves and record average temperatures, heat-related deaths in England were about half the predicted number, thanks to health alerts and NHS actions. The Met Office forecasts a warm 2026 with mixed weather over Easter.

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BBC Weather Watchers The sun sets over a field of sunflowers. The sky is deep orange and yellow.

Sewing Group Supports Women Facing Period Poverty with Handmade Kits

A Shropshire sewing group creates period kit bags to support women and girls facing period poverty, inspired by the charity Days for Girls. The kits provide essential menstrual items, helping recipients attend school and work without interruption.

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BBC A woman with grey hair and a brown patterned cardigan sitting beside a white sewing machine with wooden cupboards behind her

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