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Trial of Ebola Treatments Starts Amid DR Congo Outbreak

A trial of antiviral treatments for the Bundibugyo Ebola virus has started in DR Congo amid an outbreak with over 1,400 cases and 438 deaths. The WHO and partners coordinate the effort amid challenges including conflict and delayed detection.

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Isle of Man Doctors Vote Overwhelmingly for Strike Action in Pay Dispute

Doctors on the Isle of Man have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action over pay erosion, with 95% supporting the move amid concerns about real-terms pay cuts since 2008. Manx Care hopes a new pay offer will be accepted.

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Betsi Cadwaladr Spent £4.2m on Mental Health Research with Unclear Benefits

An audit revealed Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board spent over £4m on mental health research at Bangor University without clear patient benefits, prompting calls for an external investigation amid concerns over financial management and governance.

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Galw am ymchwiliad allanol ar wariant Betsi Cadwaladr ar ymchwil iechyd meddwl

Mae galwadau am ymchwiliad allanol ar wariant BIPBC o dros £4m ar ymchwil iechyd meddwl heb ddangos budd uniongyrchol i bobl gogledd Cymru, gyda diffyg adolygiadau a phryderon am gamreolaeth ariannol.

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Sitting Over 30 Minutes at a Time Tied to Increased Cancer Death Risk

A study of over 90,000 people reveals sitting more than 30 minutes at a time increases cancer death risk, but light activity breaks can reduce it.

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WHO Declares Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Over After Quarantine Ends

The WHO has declared the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship over after the last exposed individual completed quarantine. The outbreak involved 13 infections and 3 deaths linked to the Andes virus strain.

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Labour's Role in NHS Funding Cuts Amid US-UK Trade Deal Sparks Debate

The NHS will divert billions from essential services to fund new medicines under the US-UK trade deal, potentially causing over 200,000 excess deaths, with Labour criticized for yielding to Trump pressure.

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Research Reveals Minority Women in UK Less Likely to Receive Epidurals During Birth

Research shows Black and Asian women in the UK are less likely to receive epidurals during childbirth, highlighting racial disparities in pain relief and systemic issues in maternity care.

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Lisa Faulkner Announces She's 'All Clear' After Breast Cancer Surgery

Lisa Faulkner reveals she is 'all clear' after breast cancer surgery and shares gratitude for early detection and NHS support.

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Why Smoking Is Making a Comeback Despite Its Deadly Risks

Smoking is resurging in Australia amid rising nicotine use, booming illegal tobacco trade, and pop culture glamorization, raising concerns among health experts about youth influence and tobacco industry tactics.

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Yr heriau a'r trawma o lanhau sefyllfaoedd eithafol gyda Ben Giles

Ben Giles o Aberteifi yw arbenigwr glanhau sefyllfaoedd eithafol, gan gynnwys llofruddiaethau a marwolaethau, gyda 25 mlynedd o brofiad a llyfr wedi'i ysgrifennu am ei waith heriol.

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Report Highlights Urgent Maintenance Needs in Northern Ireland Health Buildings

A report from the Northern Ireland Audit Office reveals many healthcare buildings are in poor condition, with urgent maintenance needs exceeding £250m. The Department of Health is addressing these issues amid constrained resources.

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