Health

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NI traffic alerts: Delays on Westlink due to broken down vehicle

Here’s the latest traffic and travel news from around Northern Ireland....

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FCT enrols 198,810 residents in health insurance scheme

Lara Adejoro No fewer than 198,810 residents of the Federal Capital Territory have been enrolled in the Federal Capital ...

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China begins clinical trials for first mpox vaccine

Phase 1 testing to be conducted in Henan as global cases surpass 24,000...

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JD.com VP: China's domestic market is big enough to absorb some tariff impact

Jianguang Shen, Vice President and Chief Economist at JD.com, said that stimulating the domestic Chinese market is "the ...

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UK records first baby born after womb transplant

Deborah Sanusi A British woman has given birth to a healthy baby girl after having her sister’s womb transplanted into...

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AI tool aims to help conserve Japan's cherry trees

A man takes pictures of the blooming cherry blossoms at Hamacho Park in Tokyo ́s Chuo district on April 2, 2025. — AF...

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Babies conceived in winter may be less prone to adult weight gain, Japanese study finds

Researchers link brown fat activity to season of conception in potential step toward disease prevention...

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David Goldwyn explains why oil could fall to $50 a barrel

David Goldwyn at Goldwyn Global Strategies explains why the crude collapse has further to run, and what it means for U.S...

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Fish swim bladders could be useful in a treatment for heart failure

Hydrogels, which are soft materials formed by cross-linking polymers, could have a variety of medical applications. In r...

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US President Donald Trump promises to announce 'major tariff on Pharma shortly'; here's how it could impact Indian drugmakers

Indian generic drug manufacturers play a significant role in the US healthcare system, supplying nearly 40 percent of th...

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Sun cream will lose its protection if stored incorrectly

As the sun continues to shine, it's important to make sure you're properly protected. But it seems many people are makin...

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Here's why researchers are making new psychedelic-like drugs — without the trip

This week, we've heard from researchers trying to untangle the effects of the "trip" that often comes with psychedelics ...

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Heatwaves Can Cause Eye Stroke and permanent Blindness; Here's How To Take Care of Eyes In Sweltering Summer

Heatwaves can cause a major risk to your eyes - increasing the likelihood of eye strokes due to dehydration and thickene...

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Nearly 5,00,000 children could die from AIDS by 2030 if US halts health aid

Nearly 5,00,000 children could die from AIDS by 2030 if US halts health aid...

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S&P Global Ratings to move US, China growth forecasts lower as tariffs kick in

Paul Gruenwald of S&P Global Ratings explains the impact of U.S. president Donald Trump's tariffs on the American and Ch...

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Is India's diabetes epidemic leading to more cases of blindness?

Is India's diabetes epidemic leading to more cases of blindness?...

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What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Using Oil for Cooking?

Oil is easy to cook with and is used in a wide variety of sweet and savory recipes. But what happens when you begin to s...

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This common cause of bloating has nothing to do with food

Abdomino-phrenic dyssynergia may be to blame for frequent bloating in many people....

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Tributes pour in to Gladiator star, Steel, following the death of baby son

BBC Gladiators star, Steel, has announced the death of his baby son following his premature birth as tributes pour in....

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I just went hands-on with the Ringconn Gen 2 Air — and it beats the Oura Ring in 3 big ways

The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is more affordable than the Oura Ring 4, but that's not its only advantage over the industry lead...

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7 Effective Strength Training Tips To Build Muscle And Lose Weight Simultaneously

Strength training is a powerful way to simultaneously build muscle and lose weight. By incorporating the right exercises...

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Deadly Measles Outbreak Explodes Across US: Texas Becomes Epicenter With Over 500 Infections And 2 Deaths

Deadly measles outbreak spreads across the U.S.—is Texas the epicenter? With 500+ cases and 2 deaths, are we facing a ...

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My 12-year-old son hates taking a shower — how do I encourage him to wash regularly?

Parenting can often feel like a never-ending series of negotiations. Some, like bedtime, are familiar skirmishes....

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Attention overwhelmed mums — here’s how to get your family to help with the housework

“Tell me, what are your boys learning when they come home from school every day to find a perfectly clean and tidy hom...

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Trading bars for barbells, restaurants for running... why my generation’s idea of a perfect date is absolute hell to me

How did your father and I meet? Well, we both went to a dating running club and our hands brushed as we reached for the ...

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Aishwarya Rai's beauty routine includes waking up at 5.30 am: ‘It's more about getting the job done’

Aishwarya Rai in an old interview had revealed her daily routine, including that she starts her day early at 5:30 am eve...

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Donald Trump says tariff-hit countries are 'kissing my a**' to make a deal

While speaking at the National Republican Congressional Committee, Trump said he was a better negotiator than Congress. ...

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Pro-suicide forum subject of first Ofcom probe, BBC understands

BBC News found the forum, which has thousands of members, is linked to at least 50 deaths in the UK....

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Want to stay active and independent after 70? Study reveals how to avoid long-term disability in later life

Aging doesn’t have to mean losing your independence. A new study reveals how older adults can stay active and avoid lo...

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Unusual Signs Your Body is Struggling with Low Iron Levels

Iron deficiency is mostly caused by a lack of this macronutrient, in which your body stops producing hemoglobin. It lead...

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U.S. tariffs: There is 'clear potential for supply chain realignment,' says Bain Capital

James Tam, private equity partner at Bain Capital, discusses the outlook for China's private equity market in the wake o...

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Cinema which shows films from just £5.99 up for top award

A Bolton cinema is vying to be named the best in the borough at an upcoming awards....

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Student breaks nose playing rugby but builds confidence reaching Miss Sussex final

A student hopes to empower other women as she ‘steps out of her shell’ to compete in a beauty pageant....

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Royal Bolton Hospital's A&E to undergo £1.75m transformation as demand rises

Royal Bolton Hospital unveils £1.74m plans to transform Emergency Department...

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The people who've appeared at Crawley Magistrates' Court

In the Dock: A round-up of recent cases heard at Crawley Magistrates' Court in West Sussex....

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Sports stadium granted permission for temporary stands for next six years

Sussex County Cricket Club's (SCCC) temporary stands, which will be used between May and September each year, have been ...

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University gets green light to replace dangerous concrete on listed building

Sussex University has been given permission to replace crumbling concrete in a one of the eight original buildings on it...

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Barriers to be put up in problem street after more caravans park up

Measures are being investigated to stop caravans parking on a roadside in Brighton plagued by the issue....

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More than 1,300 people want to ban dogs from part of a popular park

More than 1,000 people have signed a petition to make part of a popular park dog-free again...

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LGBT sauna owner says staff could leave jobs over council parking decision

The business owner has criticised the sale of parking spaces behind his property...

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Outdoor theatre warns customers as scam tickets circulate

A theatre company has warned customers of scam ticket resellers circulating online...

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Centre offering 'valuable service in deprived area' passes audit

The Littlehampton Child Contact Centre has passed its NACCC re-accreditation, securing another three years of service to...

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20 CCTV cameras could be installed on lower deck promenade

Hastings Borough Council is consulting on plans to install 20 CCTV cameras in Bottle Alley to improve safety and deter g...

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Arundel get 'largest boost' in affordable housing for years with new plans underway

The properties, which are being built at Arundel Gate, are within a 15-minute walk of the town centre....

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Young film-makers to premiere their work at theatre

More than 600 Littlehampton pupils have created five short films inspired by the Sussex Kelp Recovery Project, set to pr...

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Big win for sixth form at prestigious awards

A Bolton sixth form won big at an awards show....

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Historic hall opens for the first time in a decade - we stepped inside

Farnworth residents were thrilled to set foot inside a historic hall for the first time in a decade, in the first of thr...

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Specialist dealership with branch in town scoops national award

A dealership with a branch in town has scooped a national award....

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Florence Park refurbishment marks first step in council’s £800K plan

Florence Park in Chichester has reopened with new inclusive play equipment and improved facilities as part of Chichester...

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Free bus travel extended to care leavers in Greater Manchester up to 25

Care leavers in Greater Manchester can now benefit from free bus travel up to the age of 25....

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Beachgoer spots moulting seal on Brighton beach

A seal was spotted on Brighton beach enjoying the sunny weather...

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The staggering amount police have seized from criminals - and where it goes

Police have seized more than £17 million from criminals in Greater Manchester....

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Podcast hits 30,000-listen milestone - how to listen

A podcast created by a local adoption agency has reached a significant milestone after amassing 30,000 listens....

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Wards at mental health trust need improvement, says watchdog

CQC has rated adult mental health and PICU wards at Sussex Partnership NHS Trust as "requires improvement" after finding...