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Cagliari's Yael Trepy Remains Sedated in ICU Despite Signs of Improvement

Cagliari's Yael Trepy remains sedated in intensive care in Sassari after a pool incident in Sardinia, with a Tuesday update citing improved but guarded condition and conflicting reports on the exact timing and severity of his injuries.

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Cannabis Gummies Laced With 'Spice' Sold on Social Media, Scientists Warn

Scientists at the University of Bath found dangerously inconsistent levels of spice in cannabis gummies seized by Wiltshire Police, disguised as familiar sweet brands and sold via social media.

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Barry Hepatitis A Outbreak: Free Vaccines Offered to Under-Fives

Public Health Wales is urging parents of children aged five and under in Barry to take up free Hepatitis A vaccines as an outbreak, now at 11 confirmed cases since December 2025, continues to spread through the community.

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How Craigavon Football Sessions Are Helping Men Open Up on Mental Health

Weekly football sessions run by the charity Just A Chat in Craigavon are helping men open up about addiction, isolation and mental health, with the group now partnering with a local football club.

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A man wearing a black and green "Just a Chat" training top is standing beside a fence of an outdoor football pitch, looking at the camera. Players are training in the background beneath an overcast sky

US Commander Calls Mental Health a 'Priority' on USS Lincoln After Crew Concerns

Adm Brad Cooper said mental health is a leadership priority on USS Abraham Lincoln after reports of poor conditions during its record 240-plus day deployment amid the Iran conflict.

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Doctor Says Safety Warnings Over Glasgow Super-Hospital Went Unanswered for 15 Years

Dr Michael Bradnam told the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry his 15 years of warnings about ventilation, electrical safety and humidity at Glasgow's QEUH went unanswered, as the health board sets up a review group and criminal investigations continue.

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Gen Z Says Social Media Taught Them More About Periods Than Their Mothers Ever Knew

Young women say social media has taught them more about periods, PMOS and fertility than their mothers ever learned, though experts warn of gaps in school education and online misinformation.

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Baby Banks Warn Parents Are Diluting Formula Milk to Cope With Costs

A County Durham baby bank founder says some parents are diluting formula milk to cut costs, as new research finds nearly 40% of families report unsafe feeding practices amid soaring formula prices.

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Megan Sinden is standing in front of the baby bank's wares with her hands clasped in front of her and a slight smile on her face. She is wearing a black top and trousers and has long black hair. The wall behind her is stacked with boxes of colourful clothes and nappies. Both walls beside her are also lined with baby clothes hanging on a rails.

Parents Launch 'Lifeline' Summer Scheme for Children with Severe Learning Disabilities in Lisburn

Nearly 20 children with severe learning disabilities attended a week-long summer scheme in Lisburn, organised by parents and Sensability after fears earlier this year that special school summer provision would be cancelled.

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How Can Someone Return to Dating After Eight Years Away?

A reader preparing to date again after eight years is advised to examine whether they truly want to date, embrace real-world connections over apps, and be gentle with themselves around anxiety.

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Why More Men Are Choosing Penis Fillers Despite Growing Safety Warnings

More men are turning to penis fillers for confidence and appearance reasons, but surgeons warn of serious risks, poor regulation and a lack of long-term safety data.

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Could Window Stickers Help Boost Northern Ireland's Lowest UK Breastfeeding Rate?

Northern Ireland has the UK's lowest breastfeeding rate, but a scheme with almost 1,500 registered venues and a new three-year action plan aim to tackle stigma facing mothers.

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In a cafe with dark wooden backed benches, a woman in a blue top breastfeeds a baby in a yellow and white babygrow. A cup of coffee in a white cup sits on a table in front of them.