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Lab-Grown Oesophagus Transplanted in Pigs Offers Hope for Children

UK scientists have grown lab-grown oesophagi transplanted into mini pigs, offering hope for children with missing oesophagus segments like two-year-old Casey Mcintyre.

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Family of Teen Who Died in Meningitis Outbreak Urges Vaccine Access Expansion

Following the death of 18-year-old Juliette Kenny in a meningitis B outbreak in Kent, her family urges the government to expand vaccine access for teens and young adults amid rising cases and vaccination efforts.

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Meningitis Research Foundation/PA Wire Family handout photo issued by the Meningitis Research Foundation of the Kenny Family (left to right) Juliette, Michael, Rebecca and Florence.

Sir Chris Hoy Shares Life Lessons from Terminal Cancer Diagnosis

Sir Chris Hoy discusses how his terminal prostate cancer diagnosis shifted his focus to appreciating life's small moments and inspired the Tour de 4 cycling event to support cancer charities and change perceptions of stage four cancer.

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Worcestershire Woman with Endometriosis to Host Charity Concert

Harriet Amos, diagnosed with endometriosis in 2016, is hosting a charity concert to support Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity and raise awareness during Endometriosis Action Month.

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Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust A woman lies in a hospital bed. Her legs are covered in a blanket. She has a cannula in one arm. She shows a thumbs up on her other hand.

Mould Found in New Aberdeen Hospital Panels Before Opening

Mould was found in wall panels and insulation at two new Aberdeen hospital facilities before opening, leading to removal of affected materials. Delays and cost overruns have been linked to water ingress and failure to follow infection control protocols.

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No Ongoing Risk to Pupils After Suspected Meningitis Case at Belfast School

Parents at a Belfast school were informed there is no ongoing risk after a suspected meningitis case was ruled not bacterial. The Public Health Agency confirmed no further action is needed, amid an outbreak causing 27 suspected cases and two deaths in England.

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Getty Images A close up stock image of two pupils lifting their backpacks from the blue stairs. The girl on the left is wearing a grey skirt, black tights and black flat shoes. The boy is wearing a short-sleeve white shirt, a pair of black trousers and a tie.

Meningitis Vaccine Eligibility Expanded as Kent Outbreak Reaches 27 Cases

Kent's meningitis outbreak rises to 27 cases, prompting expanded vaccine eligibility and antibiotic distribution at universities. UKHSA stresses vaccine limits and urges awareness of symptoms.

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Students wearing face masks queue up to get vaccinated at the University of Kent in Canterbury,

Inquiry Finds Patients Harmed as NHS Nearly Collapsed During Covid Pandemic

The Covid inquiry reveals patients were harmed as the NHS nearly collapsed during the pandemic, highlighting staff struggles, resource shortages, and the impact of government messaging.

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Covid Report Critiques Stay Home Advice and Hospital Visiting Rules

The Covid report reveals NHS England nearly collapsed during the pandemic, criticizes stay-at-home messaging, highlights tough hospital visiting rules, and details staff PPE shortages and mental health impacts.

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Gwasanaeth Iechyd Cymru Bron wedi Dirywio Yn ystod y Pandemig Covid-19

Adroddiad diweddar yn nodi bod gwasanaeth iechyd Cymru bron wedi dymchwel yn ystod y pandemig Covid-19 oherwydd diffyg paratoi, straen system, a chyfyngiadau ar ymweld, gyda staff yn gweithio dan bwysau mawr.

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Inquiry Reveals Welsh NHS Nearly Collapsed During Pandemic, Urges Capacity Boost

The Welsh NHS nearly collapsed during the pandemic, says Covid inquiry. Despite heroic staff efforts, waiting lists surged. Recommendations urge increased urgent care capacity and surge readiness to address ongoing treatment backlogs.

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PA Media File photo dated 21/12/21 of medical staff wearing FFP3 face masks at King's College Hospital, in south east London.

Kent Nightclub Linked to Meningitis Outbreak Remains Closed Until Safe

Club Chemistry in Canterbury linked to meningitis outbreak remains closed as 27 cases emerge. Two staff hospitalised, local businesses affected, and vaccination efforts underway.

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