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International alert after 60 cases of mysterious Covid-like illness

WebInternational public health surveillance system, ProMed, issued an alert after 60 cases of the unknown sickness were reported in Buenos Aires. The PromMed system …

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GPs may lose power to give sick notes to force millions back to work

WebNeil Shaw Network Content Editor (Live and Trends) GPs could lose the power to sign people off work sick as the Prime Minister wants to get people back into work. …

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Doctor Michael Mosley's exercise that builds muscle and tackles

WebDoctor Michael Mosley has spoken out about a form of exercise which can have massive health benefits including building muscle and reducing risk of diabetes. …

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Worrying theory as lung cancer cases surge

WebWorrying theory as lung cancer cases surge. A surge in lung cancer cases amongst non-smokers could be down to the radioactive gas radon. The colourless, …

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Doctor's surgery looks to expand to keep up with Tiverton's …

WebA Tiverton doctor’s surgery is hoping to expand to deal with a growing population. Amicus Health at Bampton and Clare House Surgeries are hoping to change …

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The seven challenges Devon's NHS faces

WebThe plan outlines that Devon’s healthcare service faces seven challenges. They are: More people are living for longer in ill-health. Preventable illnesses are …

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Brand new district hospital set to be built in Devon

WebThe new Health Infrastructure Programme will see 40 new hospitals built at a total cost of £13billion. Six will be built in the next five years, with a further 34 - …

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Boost for mental health providers as organisations team up

WebMental health charities from across Devon have unveiled the Devon Mental Health Alliance (DMHA), a partnership which aims to improve access to mental health …

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Major Devon hospitals told medical services require improvement

WebMedical care and surgical services at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (RD&E) and North Devon District Hospital (NDDH) have been rated as 'requires …

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NHS prescription charges to rise next month as patients face

WebThe cost for each prescribed medicine or appliance will reach £9.90, marking a 25 pence rise. The price for a three-month PPC will be set at £32.05, while the annual …

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Nutritionist reveals one item you should avoid on your full English

WebCommonly, the full English breakfast includes staples like sausages, bacon, eggs, mushrooms, baked beans, black pudding and toast or fried bread. Clearly, this …

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Sexual health expert issues household object warning

WebBy. Neil Shaw Network Content Editor (Live and Trends) A sexual health expert has warned people against the habit of using household objects for personal pleasure - …

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King Charles's cancer treatment being overseen by Devon doctor

WebA doctor from Devon is set to oversee the cancer treatment for King Charles III.Buckingham Palace announced on Monday evening that the King has begun …

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£2.75 health product can help keep your lawn green and fresh

WebA simple product you can buy in most big shops and on Amazon for less than £3 can keep your grass green, according to garden experts. Joe's Lawn Care, a trusted …

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Devon care home announces shock closure

WebA long-established care home in Devon has suddenly announced it is to 'cease trading' resulting in accommodation having to be urgently found for 32 residents. …

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Five common garden plants that could damage home and health

WebPoison Hemlock (Conium maculatum) Poison hemlock is a highly toxic plant with smooth, purple-spotted stems and finely divided, fern-like leaves. It typically grows …

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'I can't do this anymore': Health concerns for comedian Jethro …

WebJethro performing on stage. Jethro is the stage name of Cornish stand-up comedian Geoffrey Rowe. Born in March 1948 in St Buryan in Cornwall, he now lives in …

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Countryfile's Adam Henson's struggle with wife's cancer news

WebBeloved BBC Countryfile star, Adam Henson, has candidly opened up about his emotional struggle following the distressing diagnosis of his wife's cancer. The …

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Bobby Davro health update six weeks after stroke at comedy gig

WebBobby Davro (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) Comedian and ex-EastEnders star Bobby Davro has given a health update six weeks after he suffered a …

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DWP change sees Brits receive back payments up to £11,000

WebPeople on Personal Independence Payments (PIP) could be due back payments of between £3,000 and £11,000 after a rule change by the Department for …

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