RFK Jr. Releases Childhood Health Report
The report, which follows a draft leaked last month, demonstrates both the ambitions and limits of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” agenda.
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What Is Sex and Love Addiction?
Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of “Eat, Pray, Love,” delves into her struggle with an obsessive relationship in a new memoir.
Dr Xand: NHS league tables don’t tell you how you’ll be treated
An NHS Trust with a low ranking could still provide good care, the doctor and BBC medical expert says.
How does the disposable vape ban work, and how harmful is vaping?
The disposable vape ban is designed to reduce environmental damage and protect children’s health.
Swap out biltong for THESE healthier alternatives
Don’t bite off more biltong than you can chew when there are other healthier, tasty alternatives you can try!
Scientists Begin Testing Bird Flu Vaccine in Seals
If the results are promising, veterinarians hope to give the shots to wild Hawaiian monk seals, which are endangered.
Do You See the Same Colors That I Do?
Scientists cannot say for certain, but new research suggests that different people’s brains respond similarly when looking at a particular hue.
States Face Off Ferociously Over Abortion Shield Laws
A looming constitutional battle between Texas and New York is the leading edge of the escalating states’ rights fight over the prescribing and mailing of abortion pills to patients in states with bans.
Reusable sanitary pads: A saving grace for South African women?
Reusable sanitary pads could help empower millions of women and young girls across South Africa during that time of the month.
Lab ‘revolutionising’ maternity training – NHS
The lab is used to recreate emergency situations so staff can learn in a risk-free environment.
Disabled NHS medic told she’s ‘not a real doctor’
Disabled and neurodivergent doctors say the lack of reasonable adjustments is pushing some out.
RFK Jr., Rejecting Vaccine Data, Fuels Distrust of Public Health Agencies
By promoting suspicions about the institutions he oversees, critics say Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing public health. He says he is pursuing transparency.
Why Are More Older People Dying After Falls?
Some researchers suspect that rising prescription drug use may explain a disturbing trend.
Why the world is watching RFK’s fight with US health agency
The US health secretary’s plans could have a huge impact on health policy not just in the US, but across the globe.
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Is drinking milk good for us, or an unnecessary habit?
Error leaves 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
Errors by diabetes analysis machines mean at least 55,000 people in England will need further hospital tests.
Traitors’ Mollie on why disabled toilet changes can help stoma users
The programme’s runner-up said small changes can make a big difference to those with stoma bags.
Error Leaves Diabetes Patients Needing New Tests
Errors in diagnostic machines mean at least 55,000 people will need further blood tests
Surgeon jailed after amputation of own legs
Neil Hopper claimed that injuries to his legs were the result of sepsis and not self-inflicted.
How to tell if your child is constipated
Sian Wicks from the children’s bowel and bladder charity, Eric, explains what to look for and how parents can help.
WATCH: Xi, Putin discuss living until ‘150 years old’
Xi and Putin, presidents of China and Russia respectively and both aged 72, have shown no signs of relinquishing control of their countries.