Government announces crackdown on racist and antisemitic doctors in NHS
It’s described as the biggest overhaul of the General Medical Council in four decades
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Woman in agony saved from paralysis by artificial intelligence physiotherapist
Amie Smith, a 47-year-old carer, was diagnosed with cauda equina syndrome, a severe spinal condition, following an innovative AI-assisted consultation
Australia Post hikes delivery companies’ fuel surcharge – as it happened
This blog is now closedAustralia lowers diesel standards in bid to increase supply as number of service stations running empty …
The hobby that can rewire your brain and help you build resilience
Writing can help you to process information and regulate your emotions
Ultra processed foods linked to infertility and pregnancy issues, study says
Eating less ultra-processed food, especially around the time of conception and pregnancy, is better for both parents and embryos, researchers …
I’ve tried face masks and baking — but this simple hobby helped my mental health the most
This has become my favourite daily routine
Small daily lifestyle changes can reduce heart attack risk, new study finds
A new study has found that small lifestyle changes can make a big difference when it comes to reducing heart …
How dying patients in palliative care face ‘postcode lottery’ in their final days
Those in end-of-life care facing ‘postcode lottery,’ a report from MPs says
Grandson of Man Utd legend died after being put in ‘unsafe sleeping position’, inquest hears
Madison Bruce Smith was found unresponsive by his father, ex-Leeds United and Fulham striker Matt Smith, on the morning of …
No new meningitis cases linked to Kent outbreak found, health agency says
UKHSA reports 29 cases, the same figure as on Sunday, raising hopes the outbreak has been well contained No new …
I tried a vibration plate for one month. Here’s what happened
Are vibration plates any more than just a gimmick? The Independent’s science correspondent Julia Musto consults the experts
Allergy season is here. Here’s how to keep your symptoms at bay
An allergist says nasal sprays are among the most effective treatments, but are often used incorrectly
Why is my hair thinning as I get older?
Hair thinning is a very common experience later in life, and is often considered a natural part of the ageing …
‘I’m stranded in Cyprus because the DWP thought I was dead – now I’m being taken to court’
Marie Collins has had no payments since November after a two week holiday turned into a prolonged stay
Man died from blood clot after NHS ambulance sent to the wrong address
Coroner raises concerns ambulance service database of addresses is not up to date
Eating more of certain type of food could shorten cancer survivors' lives, study finds
A new study found cancer survivors who eat more ultraprocessed foods face a 48% higher death risk and 57% higher …
No new cases of meningitis linked to Kent outbreak reported – UKHSA
Health Secretary Wes Streeting praised the ‘Herculean efforts’ to protect people.
Man charged in $90M Medicare fraud scheme; DOJ says suspect may have entered US illegally
A former California resident has been indicted on federal health care fraud charges for allegedly submitting $90 million in false …
Streeting praises ‘Herculean efforts’ in meningitis outbreak
The number of cases of meningitis linked to an outbreak in Kent has dropped.
'We were lost' - the impact of an infected transfusion
Every year, four or five people with a medical complaint enter an Irish hospital and discover that many years ago …