AI vs superbugs: UK invests millions to tackle drug-resistant infections
The UK turns to artificial intelligence (AI) to reverse the rising numbers of infections that shrug off antibiotics.
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Five prostate cancer myths DEBUNKED
There are many myths and misconceptions about prostate cancer that exist. It’s time to bust them wide open…
C.D.C. Links Measles Outbreaks in Multiple States for First Time
If the outbreaks cannot be extinguished by January, the anniversary of the first cases in Texas, the United States will lose what is known as “elimination status” as determined by the World Health Organization.
Sex Had Become a Chore. Then They Started Reading Romantasy.
The wildly popular fiction genre allows readers to talk openly about yearning, sex and desire. And it’s spilling over into their bedrooms.
‘Price of sports bras shouldn’t stop us competing’
A former Team GB athlete is calling for free sports bras and fittings for secondary school girls.
Mother had ‘agonising’ health test without consent
Dawn Lord says she had no idea what was happening to her during her “traumatic” hysteroscopy.
Advice for PCOS has not changed for 30 years, says patient
Alex Allan says she feels “sad” that treatment for the condition has not moved forward in that time.
Children may be hit harder by flu, say officials
Health bosses says the UK often mirrors Australia a few months later.
Premature birth can be incredibly lonely, says Beatrice
The princess appeared on a podcast ahead of World Prematurity Day for premature birth research charity Borne.
‘I didn’t tell anyone about my medical cannabis prescription’
More than 50,000 people in the UK each month get a private prescription for medical cannabis.
Wheelchair? Hearing Aids? Yes. ‘Disabled’? No Way.
Many older Americans shun an identity that could bring helpful accommodations, improve care and provide community.
Hochul Urged to Ban Horseshoe Crab Fishing
Supporters of the legislation argue it would protect a declining horseshoe crab population, while opponents warn it will harm the commercial fishing industry.
Our third date was at a fertility clinic – finding love with endometriosis
For Sophie Richards those early conversations were just part of the daunting prospect of finding love when you have endometriosis.
The complications of dating with endometriosis
Women’s health advocate Sophie Richards talks about dating now fiance Dillon Lewis.
Our third date was a visit to the fertility clinic
Dating with endometriosis means unsexy topics must be discussed, says a health advocate.
Overlooked No More: Sabina Spielrein, Visionary Lost Between Freud and Jung
She maintained a triangular correspondence with the two men, who overshadowed the significant contributions she made to the field of psychoanalysis.
F.D.A. Sharply Limits Approval for Drug Linked to Two Teen Deaths
A gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy caused complications to the liver, prompting a review of its use for younger patients.
Judge to Approve Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy, Releasing Billions for Opioid Plaintiffs
Under the plan, the company will dissolve and its owners, members of the Sackler family, will pay as much as $7 billion of their personal fortune to states, localities, tribes and others harmed in the opioid crisis.
Doctor strike inflicting pain and misery on patients, says health secretary
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the five-day strike by resident doctors is “completely irresponsible”.
Wellbeing support for terminally-ill islanders
A hospice offers a free programme for those with life-limiting or serious progressive illnesses.
Boy learns to walk again after life-saving brain tumour surgery
Chace, 11, from Warwickshire, has been supported by Shine a Light, a childhood cancer charity.