Wednesday, March 20, 2024

'Man in the iron lung' Paul Alexander dies at 78

Paul Alexander worked as a lawyer and lived for decades in a metal cylinder which breathed for him.

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What are assisted dying, assisted suicide and euthanasia?

Many countries have legalised assisted dying, assisted suicide or euthanasia, which are different.

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Scientists say they can cut HIV out of cells

The gene-editing method used might ultimately offer a way to remove HIV, experts say.

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

What are assisted dying, assisted suicide and euthanasia?

Many countries have legalised assisted dying, assisted suicide or euthanasia, which are different.

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Monday, March 18, 2024

Women waiting 10 years for endometriosis diagnosis

New figures show the average wait in Wales to have the condition diagnosed is the longest in the UK.

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Saturday, March 16, 2024

Doctors question science behind blood sugar diet trend

Experts say there is "no strong evidence" the monitors, proven to be effective in managing diabetes, can also help people without the condition.

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Friday, March 15, 2024

What is the infected blood scandal?

Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C, in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

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