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Probable case of meningococcal disease being investigated at school in Belfast

Meningococcal disease can cause meningitis

The Independent UK

Probable case of meningococcal disease being investigated at Belfast school

The PHA said the case is not linked to the ongoing meningitis outbreak in England, which has claimed the lives of two young people.

Evening Standard

Six million Australians to lose cover at scores of private hospitals amid health insurance funding row

Healthscope to rip up contracts with Bupa and Australian Health Services Alliance in fight over extra fee

The Guardian - AU

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Wisconsin Sorority Breaks The Internet By Dancing To ‘Jenny From The Block’ In PJs

"These girls are on fire!" The post Wisconsin Sorority Breaks The Internet By Dancing To ‘Jenny From The Block’ In PJs first appeared on Bored Panda.

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University of Maryland halts fraternity and sorority events amid hazing worries

College announces new member activities are suspended pending investigation of possible activities that threatened people’s safety

The Guardian - US

Bike week: Health agency urges public to 'get back in the saddle'

"If you’re nervous about getting started, don’t do it alone"

Belfast Live

Smear test: Woman slams 16 week wait for results in NI

"The delay could mean any woman who finds out she has cells that could become cancerous has to wait so long to find out, never mind get treatment. It’s just not good enough"

Belfast Live

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Who is eligible for a Covid booster as people urged to get a jab now

Northern Ireland's latest vaccination round began this week ahead of any potential Covid wave over the summer months

Belfast Live

Northern Ireland new model of care for pregnant women launching

The new model, which will see women receive support from the same midwifery team during pregnancy, birth and in the early days after birth, is being rolled out across all HSC Trusts

Belfast Live

Glasgow tenants protest over plans to raise rent by 7% after rent freeze is lifted

A protest was held outside Partick Housing Association's offices in response to their plans to increase rents by 7%. Living Rent members claim they haven't been consulted on the decision.

Glasgow Live

On the brink of eviction, one Philadelphia mother applied for assistance. But getting it could take years

Kimberly Clark has lived in the same Southwest Philadelphia house, on the same block, with some of the same neighbors for 24 years.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

How a water crisis catalyzed Cape Town

Between 2016 and 2018 Cape Town experienced the real possibility of "Day Zero," the day when the taps would run dry

Salon

Cape Town's 'Day Zero' threat concentrated minds: an activist group used the moment to secure environmental victories

Major cities across the world are being increasingly plagued by severe water shortages. From Bangalore, India to São Paulo, Brazil and even Beijing, China, cities are at risk of drought in the near future.

The Conversation

Breast cancer screening 'saved Co Armagh woman's breasts and life'

"Thirty minutes out of your life could actually save your breasts and your life."

Belfast Live

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Belfast Live

PHA consultation on suicide bereavement services seeking opinions

The consultation launched in January but runs until April.

Belfast Live

Smear tests Northern Ireland: Important advice issued on cervical screening

Between 2016 and 2020 in NI there was an average of 81 people diagnosed with cervical cancer each year

Newsroom.co.nz

How Te Whatu Ora can succeed: Put patients first

Political opposites Ian Powell and Heather Roy take the temperature of the country’s unitary health body.

Belfast Live

Public Health Agency launches consultation on services for those bereaved by suicide

"Given the impact that suicide has on families and communities, the PHA recognises how important it is to regularly review services that are in place to provide support"

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Belfast Live

NI pharmacies facing shortage of cough and cold medicines amid high levels of winter illness

Pharmacies are struggling to get hold of cough and cold medicines

Belfast Live

NI Scarlet Fever cases continue to rise as PHA issues statement

"If your child is unwell and has a fever, they should stay home from school or nursery until they feel better and the fever has resolved"

Belfast Live

How to look after your mental health this Christmas season

The Public Health Agency have offered some advice

The Independent UK

Pat Cullen: Who is the former nurse and RCN chief leading the NHS strike?

Union leader grew up in Northern Ireland and was inspired to enter profession by sister’s example

The Independent UK

Pat Cullen: Who is the former nurse and RCN chief leading the NHS strike?

Union leader grew up in Northern Ireland and was inspired to enter profession by sister’s example

Belfast Live

Strep A: Antibiotic deliveries to NI pharmacies being accelerated amid reports of low supplies

A number of chemists have reported difficulties obtaining amoxicillin and penicillin as concern over infection grows

Belfast Live

Dundonald family celebrate 'gift of life' two years after daughter's transplant

Ellie McConville's life was saved following a live transplant at 10 months old

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