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Crucial cancer surgeries axed during doctors’ strike as ‘BMA demands extortionate rates’ for medics to work

The Independent understands the BMA demanded that consultants who were asked to step in to cover strikes be paid thousands of pounds to cover a single night shift

The Independent UK

‘Game-changing’ new Alzheimer’s drug could slow progression of disease

There are currently estimated to be 982,000 people with some form of dementia, including Alzheimer's in the UK

The Independent UK

The Trump administration has just sent $10m worth of birth control to be burned – rather than donate it as aid

The supplies, including pills and implants, have already been paid for by US taxpayers – and will cost another $167,000 to destroy

The Independent UK

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A smile, though endometriosis is no laughing matter

As Labor moves to deliver on its pledge to make medicines cheaper for Australians, the prime minister was happy to meet with women who would benefit from it.

AAP

A yoga instructor says you’ll get a stronger core if you practice these three poses

You don’t need to do crunches to build a better core

Fit & Well

A mobility coach recommends three daily stretches to unlock tight hips—I put them to the test

All you need is three minutes and these beginner-friendly moves

Fit & Well

Silent Harm: Recognizing Early Medical Signs of Nursing-Home Abuse

Abuse of older people is far more common than most families realize. A recent World Health Organization fact sheet reports that one in six adults over 60 experienced abuse in community settings last year, while a staggering two out of three nursing-home staff admitted to committing abuse within the same…

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Why five-a-day might not be enough – and the number of plants you should be eating

A diverse diet of fruit, veg, spices and seed oils, improved cholesterol levels, blood sugar markers, better overall diet quality

The Independent UK

Obesity to fuel rise in liver cancer cases – study

By 2025, 11% of liver cancers will be linked to obesity.

The Independent UK

Salt warnings on restaurant menus can encourage healthier choices, study finds

Across two trials, the labels were found to be equally effective regardless of age, sex or education level.

The Independent UK

Having a baby is expensive. Here’s where it will cost you the most

In one northern state it can cost almost $40,000 to have a child

The Independent UK

Hospitals make record number of requests for doctors to work during strikes

BMA has said patient safety risks occurred at some hospitals during the weekend of strike action

The Independent UK

Nurses expected to vote to reject proposed pay deal – report

BBC reports suggest the offer will be firmly rejected by nursing staff.

Evening Standard

New study says self-test could prevent up to 1,000 cervical cancer cases a year

More than 3,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in the UK

The Independent UK

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Weight-loss jab Wegovy sees another prescription boost after ban on copycats

Novo CEO ousted in May, in place until successor named

Fit & Well

I’m a personal trainer and these are the three exercises you should do every day—even if you don’t have time to work out

If your calendar is full, squeeze in these simple moves to build full-body strength

Fit & Well

I tried using a weighted jump rope for 30 days and it’s my new favorite way to work out

It's the best way to get your strength and cardio fix

Fit & Well

“Aiming for 10,000 steps is a myth”—a walking coach reveals how many daily steps she recommends taking and offers tips on how to get there

This benchmark yields major health benefits

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Evening Standard

Pharmacies warn of unsustainable demand for weight loss medication

NPA chairman Olivier Picard said ‘many more people are interested in getting weight loss jabs than would actually be suitable for treatment’.

The Independent UK

Pharmacy warning of unsustainable demand for weight loss medication

Spiralling demand could see people being tempted to resort to unregulated online supplier

AAP

Australia called to lift on global health as US yields

Australia's spending on global health research is lagging international peers as its foreign aid contributions stagnate, reports show.

AAP

Bulk bill incentive could miss thousands of GP clinics

A federal government plan to make GP visits cheaper for all Australians could come up significantly short because of the structure of an incentive payment.

AAP

'Good day for patients': cheaper medicines on the way

Australians are being reassured cost-of-living relief is still on the federal government's agenda as it prepares to legislate changes to make medicine cheaper.

The Independent UK

The role llamas might play in treating schizophrenia

French researchers say they were able to treat ‘most deficits’ of schizophrenia in mice using llama antibodies

The Independent UK

Millions of people are suffering from brain fog. A new study will find out why

From acute viral infection to ‘zombie’ vessels

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