A UK humanitarian worker who was involved in the Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been medically evacuated to London for monitoring after a potential exposure to the virus. The individual, who has not been named, remains symptom-free and the move is purely precautionary, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)….
As the UK braces for a spell of intense heat, ultraviolet (UV) levels are set to climb across many regions. While a little sunshine is vital for our health, overexposure can cause lasting harm, including skin cancer. Understanding UV levels and knowing how to shield yourself is key to enjoying the sun safely. What is…
A pioneering charity initiative is transforming the rehabilitation journey for prisoners by giving them the chance to express themselves through art—and even earn from their creations. The Prison Art Project, supported by the homeless charity ALABARÉ, is helping inmates at HMP Erlestoke in Wiltshire and beyond to channel their creativity into meaningful work that builds…
Andy Burnham will deliver a major speech on social care next week, marking the first of several policy addresses aimed at demonstrating his government’s commitment to tackling long-standing national challenges. Downing Street has framed the announcements as evidence that the prime minister is “hitting the ground running” after taking office. The prime minister will also…
Kemi Badenoch has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging him to commit to no tax increases or additional borrowing to finance social care reform. The Conservative leader outlined her party’s willingness to collaborate on a solution, but only if it adheres to two fundamental principles: funding must come from cutting existing expenditure, not raising…
A Jersey charity has invested in new equipment and opened a dedicated clinic to help more families overcome breastfeeding challenges, aiming to remove financial barriers and extend the support available to mothers across the island. Family Nursing and Home Care has purchased ten hospital-grade breast pumps along with single-use pump kits, and has added a…
Jason didn’t want a “Coke can” – that’s the slang for a penis that’s been overfilled with filler, leaving it looking like a stubby drink can. “Some people go really overboard,” he admits, sitting in a Manchester cafe. His own procedure added 16% more girth, a change he and his partner are thrilled with. “It’s…
Resident doctors across Northern Ireland have walked out in a 24-hour strike, escalating a bitter dispute over pay that has already seen consultants and specialist doctors take industrial action. The walkout, which began at 07:00 BST on Monday and runs until 06:59 on Tuesday, marks a significant escalation in the ongoing battle between the medical…
For Christiana Hansen, the pain is relentless. She describes it as a “very, very heavy stabbing pain” that leaves her in tears most days. The 49-year-old from Chatham, Kent, was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2023, five years after her symptoms first appeared. She now relies on a cocktail of medications, including a high-dose painkiller she…
When temperatures climb, your body reacts in ways that can feel terrifying—especially if you already live with anxiety. The sensation of hot air entering your lungs can trigger a primal alarm: “Something’s different, therefore something’s bad,” even when you know, logically, that nothing is wrong. New research from Oxford University confirms what many have long…
