Health

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Ambitious bid for hospital to become 'institute of robotic surgery'

The Norfolk and Norwich Hospital is launching an ambitious bid to become an institute of robotic surgery....

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'I don't have a voice in my head': Life with no inner monologue

A person is looking into hand mirror. — Reuters/ FilePARIS: Mel May only realised she was different while reading a ne...

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A time to live: On the evolution of heart attack treatment

The treatment of a STEMI, a medical emergency indicating total blockage of an artery feeding the heart, is one of the mo...

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This mucus-loving gut bacteria is important for health – here’s how to keep it happy

The microbial community living within our large intestine is a highly dense and complex ecosystem. While some of these m...

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Dan Buettner reveals one food can help you live longer - and it's in the kitchen

Dan Buettner has revealed that a store cupboard staple could make a huge difference in extending your life....

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You don’t have to ‘Believe in Chicken’ or God to believe that people’s religious views should be treated with respect

As someone who doesn’t believe in God (atheist) and doesn’t believe in chicken consumption (vegetarian), when it com...

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Eimear McBride brilliantly ruins her own happy ending in new novel

In each of her four novels, including the recently released The City Changes its Face, Eimear McBride writes about the u...

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Natasha Brown on her razor-sharp satire Universality: ‘There was absolutely a lot of cringe’

Midway through Universality, Natasha Brown inducts us into the dinner party from hell. Freelance journalist Hannah has i...

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UK’s most commonly prescribed drug cuts risk of dementia, study suggests

Drug given to around 8 million Britons could help cut the risk of dementia, researchers in South Korea find...

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Weight loss story: Food vlogger Rocky Singh reveals how he lost 34 kilos in one year with...

Food vlogger reveals how 34 kilos in one year with this diet, read diet inside....

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Sierra Leone declared an emergency over a powerful synthetic drug but women were left behind

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone (AP) — At a vast landfill in Sierra Leone 's capital of Freetown, smoke billows over decades of...

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Struggling To Speak After Cancer? Here's How Speech Therapy Can Help You Get It Back

Cancer survivors, especially those treated for head and neck cancers, often face speech and swallowing difficulties. Spe...

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Former OpenAI exec says tariffs 'present AI's moment to shine'

Zack Kass, a futurist and former head of OpenAI's go-to-market strategy, discusses U.S. tariffs and their expected impac...

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Low visibility as fog blankets Hong Kong amid band of rain and clouds

Forecaster says weather will largely be cloudy and rainy next week, under the influence of upper-air disturbances....

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Travel Review: A journey in the ancient land of Oman

The first thing that hits you on arrival at Muscat International Airport is the vast, airy space the place takes up. Soa...

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Diarmuid Gavin: My simple guide to sowing spring seeds

The clocks moved forward last weekend and, with the longer evenings and warmer days, there’s definitely a feeling of s...

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The four styles of arguing: which one are you and what it means

Can anyone ever be truly good at arguing – especially when arguing itself is often seen as something bad?...

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Tasty, rich and easy to make... Paula McIntyre’s beef stroganoff won’t let you down

Beef stroganoff used to be the go-to dinner party dish but it’s fallen out of fashion of late. It’s a pity because i...

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Sundress to impress

The warmer weather means to time to embrace dresses...

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Louise McSharry: Forget Turkey teeth –here’s how to boost your natural smile

Ladies, gentleman and non-binary friends, the internet has a new fave. Aimee Lou Wood, one of the stars of the new serie...

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5 Simple Ways To Show Your Liver Some Love

The remarkable functions of the liver include filtering blood, processing nutrients, and detoxifying harmful substances....

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Children First: UCP+ Parent & Me Program

When babies are born prematurely, they often have a lot of catching up to do. That's where teachers from UCP+ come in!...

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Sahara desert, once lush and green, was home to mysterious human lineage

A view from the Takarkori rock shelter in southwestern Libya, where two approximately 7,000-year-old Pastoral Neolithic ...

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A Simple One-minute Test You Can Do To Determine Your Risk of Cancer

The Repetitive Saliva Swallowing Test, or RSST, is a simple, non-invasive screening tool for oropharyngeal dysphagia, wh...

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Forget the gym — boost your metabolism and build full-body strength with this 7-move kettlebell workout

Set aside a small portion of your day to tackle this metabolism and strength boosting kettlebell workout....

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You could get 18 minutes more sleep a night with this easy diet change

Increasing your protein intake by 6% can give you 18 minutes more sleep a night. Here's how....

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Four Early Warning Symptoms That Strike Days Before Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome You Must Not Miss

Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome—also known as Sudden Adult Death Syndrome—is an unexpected death from cardiac arres...

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Shutdown sheltered housing complex set to reopen to care for Bolton's most vulnerable

A shut down older people’s housing scheme is set to be revived to help support youngsters at risk of homelessness....

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AI can recommend if you need to be screened for cancer

AI can recommend if you need to be screened for cancer...

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What Is Cushing Syndrome Anant Ambani Is Battling as He Undertakes a 170km Walking Pilgrimage?

Anant Ambani is taking a 170km long spiritual walk from Jamnagar to Dwarka, walking 20 km every night for seven hours in...

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The Look Ahead: April 4, 2025

CNBC brings you fast, accurate, and actionable business news and market updates....

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Swindon baby healthcare clinic set for acquisition

A Swindon-based healthcare clinic is set to acquire a specialist feeding support division for babies and infants....

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First look at new 'indie cafe' moving into up-and-coming area

The latest business to join an up-and-coming part of Farnworth has been revealed....

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Charity behind hall restoration ‘does not accept’ council decision to end partnership

A charity instrumental to a project aiming to bring back a historic hall into community use has had its contract termina...

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Historic castle estate launches new holiday apartments

Herstmonceux Castle Estate in East Sussex is offering 35 self-catering holiday units from April to September 2025, set w...

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April is an exciting month but keep a close eye on the weather

Gardening in April can provide us sunshine and showers, that said, Spring is in full swing, with tulips and flowering ch...

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King Charles took ‘urgent action’ after receiving ‘devastating’ letter

Speaking in a new Channel 5 documentary about Charles and Camilla, royal experts weighed in on a moment in the King's li...

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The country pub with one 'unique' historical feature gets £230k revamp

A country pub has undergone a £230,000 refurbishment, which has included the installation of a new bar....

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Two jailed for roles in 'lawless' mass brawl following football derby

Two football fans have been imprisoned for their roles in a brawl following a match...

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Internet trolls can't handle the new Snow White

What do I have in common with Rachel Zegler? She’s the latest incarnation of Snow White. Apart from pasty skin and a p...

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Army vehicles and community work: The mission to protect the moors from wildfires

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service has launched a campaign to prevent wildfires on moorland and demonstrated how...

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The Sussex postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery in March

Several postcodes in Sussex won thousands of pounds in the People's Postcode Lottery in March 2025....

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Bolton's child poverty figures revealed compared to the rest of the UK

Nearly two in five of Bolton’s children live below the poverty line – making it 16th worst for youth poverty across ...

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Schoolboy brings the wonder of the partial solar eclipse to 100 children

A Horwich schoolboy has shared his passion for space – and helped over 100 children view a solar eclipse....

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Beauty salon opens to bring 'slice of Dubai' to the borough

A Bolton hairdresser has opened a new salon, with styles, colourings and interiors that she hopes will bring “a slice ...

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Firefighters dance to success in Bolton Hospice Strictly Learn to Dance event

Bolton Hospice’s annual Strictly Learn to Dance event has once again proven to be a resounding success...

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East Sussex zoo helps to stop animals being force-fed world's most expensive coffee

Drusillas Park and Dudley Zoo have donated £5,000 to the Civet One Health project to help end the cruel force-feeding o...

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Raising a glass or two after beer made in Bolton wins top award

A Bolton brewery has placed first at the SIBA National Beer Competition for independent brewers across the UK....

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Great photos show what pupils got up to in Bolton's schools 50 years ago

Here’s a collection of photos which are going to leave a number of Looking Back readers feeling old...

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Children's activities in Brighton and Hove during half term

If you’ve been thinking of getting out and about this half term, or need some inspiration for keeping the kids moving ...

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Stefanie Jones on the joys of playing Mary Poppins on tour

As she prepares to bring the world’s most magical nanny to Manchester, Stefanie Jones can barely contain her excitemen...

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New scheme lodged for 'vacant land' off major junction

More than 40 new container units and a new building could be set to be built over vacant land at a junction....

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Love Island stars, influencers and more flock to Bolton boxing gym

Influencers, models and an iconic sporting brand flocked to an event in Bolton organised by a well-known boxing gym....

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Work to tackle 'criminality, drug dealing, anti-social behaviour' on estate underway

Work is getting underway to tackle crime, anti-social behaviour and public safety on an estate not far from the town cen...

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New bus gate welcomed as services improved

Stagecoach South has launched a new bus gate in West Durrington, enhancing connections to Worthing and Brighton....

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Gemma Atkinson issues wedding update and says she ‘already feels married’ to Gorka

Gemma Atkinson issues wedding update and says she ‘already feels married’ to Gorka...