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UK Experiences Sharpest Drop in Healthy Life Expectancy Among Wealthy Nations

A new report reveals the UK has experienced the steepest decline in healthy life expectancy among wealthy nations, driven by poverty, obesity, and Covid impacts, with significant economic consequences.

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Extended Pub Hours in Aberdeen Linked to Rise in Crime and Ambulance Calls

Research shows extended pub hours in Aberdeen led to an 11.4% rise in ambulance calls and an 8.5% increase in crime, highlighting concerns over late-night alcohol-related harms.

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Mam o Borthmadog yn cynnig bagiau synhwyraidd am ddim yn Eisteddfod yr Urdd

Emma Wyn o Borthmadog yn cynnig 100 o fagiau synhwyraidd am ddim i blant ag anghenion dysgu ychwanegol yn Eisteddfod yr Urdd ar Ynys Môn, gan gefnogi teuluoedd ag awtistiaeth gyda theganau a chyfarpar i gadw plant yn brysur.

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From Coma to Marathon: Katie Bain’s Inspiring Sepsis Recovery Journey

Katie Bain survived septic shock and a three-week coma after a ruptured appendix. Now a competitive swimmer, she is preparing to run the 2026 London Marathon to raise awareness and funds for sepsis survivors.

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Former Brighton Manager Chris Hughton Shares Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Former Brighton and Newcastle manager Chris Hughton revealed his prostate cancer diagnosis from April last year. After early detection and surgery, he reports a positive recovery and emphasizes the importance of awareness for this common cancer.

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Inquest Finds NHS Trust Failed to Manage High-Risk Home Birth Leading to Baby's Death

An inquest found that Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust failed to manage complications during a high-risk home birth, leading to the death of newborn Poppy Hope Lomas. Failures included missed warning signs, delayed ambulance call, and poor communication.

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UK Biobank Data Breach Linked to 'Few Bad Apples,' Access Suspended

UK Biobank's head attributes the sale of de-identified medical data of 500,000 participants on a Chinese website to "a few bad apples." Access to the research platform is suspended as investigations proceed and safeguards are enhanced.

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Northern Ireland ED Doctors Forced to Prioritize Very Sick Patients Amid Crisis

Northern Ireland's emergency departments face unprecedented pressures, forcing doctors to prioritise very sick patients amid record-long waits and staffing challenges.

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Wales Faces NHS Dentistry Crisis Amid Contract Changes and Patient Struggles

Wales faces a crisis in NHS dentistry as contract changes lead to fewer practices offering NHS care. Patients like Llinos Hughes and Hannah McCluskay struggle to access treatment, while political parties propose various solutions ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.

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Y Ddadl Fawr: Ymddiheuriadau am Restrau Aros, Costau Byw a Pwerau Newydd

Prif Weinidog Cymru yn ymddiheuro am restrau aros hir ar gyfer triniaethau iechyd. Pleidiau gwleidyddol yn trafod costau byw, polisïau gofal plant, a phwerau newydd cyn etholiad Senedd Cymru.

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Surgeon Ian Paterson Performed Unrecognized 'Ad-Lib' Operation, Expert Says

Expert Prof Nigel Bundred testified that jailed surgeon Ian Paterson performed an unrecognized 'ad-lib' operation on cancer patient Marie Pinfield, lacking proper expertise and ignoring her wishes for surgery, contributing to delayed treatment and complications.

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Half a Million UK Health Records Sold on Chinese Website, Now Removed

The UK government confirmed that de-identified health records of 500,000 UK Biobank volunteers were offered for sale on Alibaba. The listings were removed after cooperation with Chinese authorities. UK Biobank has suspended data access and referred itself to the ICO.

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