Friday, September 5, 2025

Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds

People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.

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Thursday, September 4, 2025

'My son's constipation wasn't taken seriously until he reached crisis point'

'My son's constipation wasn't taken seriously until he reached crisis point'
The number of children being admitted to hospital with constipation is at a 10-year high.

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September 04, 2025 at 04:39AM

AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds

AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.

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September 04, 2025 at 04:39AM

'My son's constipation wasn't taken seriously until he reached crisis point'

The number of children being admitted to hospital with constipation is at a 10-year high.

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AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds

The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.

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Wednesday, September 3, 2025

What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?

The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.

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Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies

The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.

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Woman found cancer after requesting mammogram at 79

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