Expectant mothers encouraged to use ‘vital’ NHS service
Kris Holland BBC News, East of England Getty Images Women across the East of England are now able to self-refer to their local maternity services Thousands of expectant mothers in…
UK cases of mosquito-borne chikungunya virus more than double
There has been a significant increase in the number of UK cases of a mosquito-borne virus that can cause sudden fever and joint pain and is normally only found in…
ADHD drugs have wider life benefits, study suggests
Philippa Roxby Health Reporter Getty Images Drug treatment can help people newly diagnosed with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) to reduce their risk of substance misuse, suicidal behaviour, transport accidents…
Driving theory test to include CPR first aid questions
People sitting their driving theory test will soon need to swot up on life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills, the UK’s Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has decided. All road…
Cats develop dementia in a similar way to humans
Calum Watson BBC Scotland News Getty Images Scientists in Edinburgh discovered that feline dementia could share many factors with Alzheimer’s in humans Cats develop dementia in a similar way to…
When is it too hot to walk your dog, and how to keep pets cool
Getty Images As temperatures rise across much of the UK, it’s not just humans who feel the heat. What can you do to make sure your pets are cool and…
Men being over-treated for prostate cancer, says charity
The NHS is over-treating men for prostate cancer, a charity says, with around 5,000 a year undergoing treatment for cancers unlikely ever to cause harm. Around one in four prostate…
Cambridge United steward reunites with cardiac arrest victim
This is the moment that a man was reunited with the match steward who saved his life after he suffered a cardiac arrest at a football match. David Ince, 67,…
Plan to boost jobs for newly-qualified nurses and midwives
New measures to make it easier for NHS employers in England to take on newly qualified nurses and midwives have been announced by the government. The move comes after warnings…
Why sunshine makes us feel good
BBC Weather presenter Alexandra Humphreys explains the benefits of getting some rays. Source link