All news on the topic: NHS

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Tricky challenge tasks you to work out which bite is from a bedbug
Do you think you'd be able to separate a bedbug bite from a spider bite? What about a tick? Or a mosquito? Why don't you have a look and see if you got them all right
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Covid tests - where to buy them, how much they cost and can you get them free
While Covid testing is no longer mandatory, with rising cases and new variants circulating, testing could be one method to prevent the spread of the virus to others
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UK economy 'heading for recession' as Chancellor faces 'horrible fiscal bind'
The UK economy is in a "horrible fiscal bind" as it heads for recession and with no room to cut taxes or increase public spending amid mounting political pressure on the Chancellor to do so, according to a report
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Nearly three-quarters of Brits targeted by scams in the past year
Nearly three-quarters of people surveyed for NatWest said they now see more digital and online scams than "real life" cons, such as bogus sellers going door-to-door
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Wages rise at near record pace as inflation finally falls back
Wages are now rising faster than prices for the first time since October 2021, according to official figures
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Skin tags: What are they and when should they be treated
The NHS describes skin tags as ‘small growths that hang off your skin’. Although common and harmless, they can be removed if they become bothersome.
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Jimmy Savile stole corpse's eyeball and turned it into Top of Pops necklace
The harrowing crimes of broadcaster and predator Jimmy Savile are being revisited in BBC One's The Reckoning, including the disgusting abuse he dished out to the dead
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Liam Gallagher health update as Oasis legend announces UK anniversary tour
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has announced a UK tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Definitely Maybe, one year after he opened up about his arthritis
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Patient declared 'dead' by paramedics in ambulance wakes up in hospital
A patient was declared dead after an incident on Friday and was taken by paramedics to Darlington Memorial Hospital - but the individual later woke up. The patient has now died
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Mum forced into stillborn birth as induced labour rejected at 'full' hospital
WARNING - DISTRESSING CONTENT:Amy Walters delivered her daughter stillborn after complaining about reduced movements - an investigation found that Walsall Manor Hospital had 'missed opportunities'
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What to do when you've had too much caffeine - top tips to beat the jitters
Whether it’s a steaming hot cup of coffee or a refreshing mug of tea, a caffeine-hit to start the day is simply routine for practically all of us. But too much of the stimulant can stir up trouble for our bodies - in particular the mind.
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Subtle sign of Alzheimer's you might spot when walking to the shop
There are nearly one million people living with Alzheimer's in the UK - and scientists have now made a major breakthrough in understanding early signs of the disease
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Hollyoaks star rushed to A&E for urgent blood transfusion amid mystery illness
Lucy-Jo Hudson alarmed fans on Sunday when she revealed she had been rushed to hospital earlier in the week for emergency treatment and will need more tests to help doctors discover what is wrong
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Sir Trevor McDonald surprises Windrush nurse 'who changed so many lives'
Vernesta Cyril, 82, who came to the UK to work in the NHS in 1962 was one of the recipients of the special recognition award for the Windrush Generation at this year’s Daily Mirror Pride of Britain
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Nearly half of all Covid vaccines administered by local chemists this year
Industry leaders highlighted the figures to show how the sector could continue to ease pressure on the NHS and carry out other routine work, freeing up other staff
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Doctor explains ‘stabbing’ pain in chest that ‘pops’ with deep breaths
Doctor Fayez has shared the common reason why some people experience a sharp pain in their chest that gets worse with deep breaths - and how to 'pop' the pain
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Ultra-rare 'black bone' disease strikes one in a million with eerie symptoms
Alkaptonuria, also known as black bone disease, can have a devastating impact on people once they reach adulthood - the most severe cases can see spinal collapse and heart disease
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NHS shares minimum temperature you should heat your home - and never go below
According to NHS advice, you should try and keep your house heated above a certain temperature during the winter months to avoid putting yourself at risk of health issues
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Captain Tom Moore film delayed after family controversy over £800,000 book cash
A movie about Captain Sir Tom Moore was meant to have started shooting by now, but filming has been delayed, a producer revealed. No title or cast have been made public
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'My dad went into hospital fit and healthy - and days later he was dead'
David Blagbrough died 11 days after undergoing routine surgery which followed successful treatment for rectal cancer - but died at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary following complications
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Prostate cancer: Little-known symptom during sex could signal ‘silent killer’
Around one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, but symptoms of the deadly disease can be difficult to spot
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Mum pretends her pain disappears as 'she can't get right care' in hospital
WARNING, DISTRESSING IMAGES: Kyra Campbell, who is from West Norwood, South London, has sickle cell disease, a debilitating inherited condition which she says means her bones are "basically dying"
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'Gold standard' stool shape shows you have a healthy body - what to look out for
Examining your poo to check the shape and size can help you determine if you are healthy or if you have an underlying issue or medical condition that may need attention
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'I went for smear test with my twin and we both got news that changed our lives'
Twins Vicky and Jenny Dillon were diagnosed with the same type of cervical cancer at the same time, but their stories couldn't be more different - now they're urging other women to get tested
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Main symptoms of the 'silent killer' Selena Gomez suffers from - with no cure
Around five million people around the world suffer from the illness including some high profile celebrities such as singer and actress Selena Gomez, but what are the signs to look out for?