Sunday, December 10, 2023

Why do people always wait until January to get fit?

Many people wait until the new year to join a gym or start running - but now might be the best time.

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Saturday, December 9, 2023

A tale of two very different Covid inquiries

In London, ministers have been in the spotlight whereas the Scottish inquiry has focused on the victims.

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Friday, December 8, 2023

Merthyr Tydfil: The industrial town that paved the way for Viagra

Steelworkers in need of cash were among the men of Merthyr Tydfil who became medical guinea pigs.

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Parkinson's Disease: 'You can have a career after diagnosis'

A hospital nurse tells of her experience after her "overwhelming" Parkinson's Disease diagnosis.

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Why was a man who took a wee in a layby fined for littering?

A high-profile lawyer disputes a council's claim that public urination is littering.

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New test to prevent hearing loss in newborns

A test is available in Brighton to determine if babies could lose their hearing from an antibiotic.

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Blood test shows if organs are ageing fast or slowly

Proteins in blood reflect how well the brain, heart and other major organs are faring, say scientists.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

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