Prostate cancer trial: Radiotherapy doses can be cut safely

Doses for men could be reduced from the current 20 or so to around five, a trial suggests.

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Nottingham University Hospitals Trust failed to send 400,000 letters

An investigation by Nottingham University Hospitals Trust uncovered the scale of the issue.

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NHS dentist targets vulnerable in pilot scheme in Cornwall

A pilot project aims to focus the practice's limited NHS capacity on people with the greatest need.

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Law will let young people find sperm donor parents

Young people born using a sperm or egg donor will soon be able to find the identity of their parents.

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Ovarian cancer: Terminally ill woman blames health service for diagnosis delay

Christine Campbell has ovarian cancer and says the health system is not fit for purpose.

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Covid inquiry: What is it investigating and how does it work?

The second round of public hearings examining the UK's handling of the pandemic starts on 3 October.

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Safer brain surgery using AI possible within two years

Artificial-intelligence technology can guide surgeons, which should make complicated operations safer.

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University Hospitals Birmingham: Half of staff felt bullied

Some staff at University Hospitals Birmingham say they feared complaining would only make things worse.

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UK's first consumption room for illegal drugs given go-ahead

It will involve users taking their own illegal drugs in a hygienic environment under supervision.

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Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust admits failures over deaths

Christie Harnett, 17, and another woman took their own lives at separate hospitals in Middlesbrough.

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UK-produced pandemic flu vaccine deal agreed by government

The UK Health Security Agency's agreement enables the production of millions of influenza vaccines.

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Addenbrooke's Hospital children's bone marrow transplant service opens

Will Grocott, 15, is the first to receive treatment from the service at Addenbrooke's Hospital.

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Breast cancer: The Asian survivors tackling taboo in the community

Asian women are being encouraged to push past cultural stigma and get checked for breast cancer.

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GPs' lack of asthma testing is abysmal, charity says

Asthma and Lung UK says people with breathing difficulties are being denied the diagnosis they need.

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Warning sick days at highest level for decade

Workers are taking more days off due to stress, Covid and the cost-of living crisis, research suggests.

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NHS strikes: More than a million appointments cancelled in England

There are calls for both sides to end the doctors' pay row, ahead of joint strike action next week.

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What you need to know about Covid as new variant rises

Hospitalisations have gone up since the summer and a new variant is spreading. Should we be concerned?

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Long Covid: MRI scans reveal new clues to symptoms

Further evidence emerges that a serious infection can leave some major organs with long-term damage.

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Family of ill teen say they were silenced by courts

The 19-year-old is named as Sudiksha Thirumalesh after legal restrictions are lifted.

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Children on Addenbrooke's Hospital wards offered PE lessons

Ella, nine, finds hospital "boring" and loves the lessons which are believed to be a hospital first.

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Girl receives UK's first rejection-free kidney from mum

Doctors reprogrammed eight-year-old Aditi's immune system so she does not need daily anti-rejection drugs.

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Student's 'freshers' flu' turned out to be meningitis

A student who ignored the symptoms of meningitis urges others to be aware of the signs.

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The Importance of CPR/AED Training in the Fitness Professional Community

CPR, or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, is a life-saving skill you hope you never have to use, but it could save someone’s life if you do. Each year, the first week of June is National CPR and AED Awareness Week – a week dedicated to educating the public on the importance of learning CPR and how to use an AED to save the life of a loved one, should they need emergency care.

Tips for Hip Mobility: Exercises for Flexibility & Performance

With summertime in full swing, it's the ideal opportunity to conduct a mid-year evaluation of your physical tightness and mobility – especially in your hips.

Are you prioritizing mobility enhancement in your current fitness and performance goals?

Romanian Deadlift Basics

Romanian deadlifts, or RDLs, have become a staple in workouts across the world. Even though the exercise itself looks simple to execute, the most common questions that trainers are asked when it comes to RDLs are: “Am I doing this right?” and “Why are they called Romanian deadlifts?”.  

Read on to find out how the exercise got its name, how to perform RDLs correctly, and common mistakes to avoid when performing the move. 

Health vs. Wellness Coach: What's the Difference?

 

The words “health” and “wellness” are often used interchangeably. The media, coaches, and even your doctors may use either word as a catch all for the status of someone's combined physical and mental state of being. This can be confusing since there are key differences between health and wellness.

How Kettlebell Workouts Can Take Your Fitness to the Next Level

 

If you’re looking for one single exercise that can improve your overall strength, power, and cardiorespiratory fitness, then the kettlebell (KB) swing is it. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not!

How to Become a Nutrition Coach: Your Path to Transforming Lives Through Nutrition

Phyllis is 42 years old and the mom of three kids. She has a very successful career in human resources at her local hospital and a busy family life. She has noticed that in the past 10 years she has put on a significant amount of weight. Her once 150-pound, 5’4’ frame has morphed into 220 pounds and a BMI of 37.8 since her early thirties.

Chin Ups vs. Pull-Ups: The Difference, The Benefits & Muscles Worked

If you enjoy the convenience of bodyweight exercises and the challenge that they bring, then you may already know that chin ups and pull-ups are among the most effective bodyweight exercises to strengthen and develop muscles in the upper body.