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Surrey NHS holding free lessons on women’s health

[ad_1] A series of free GP-led online sessions are being held for people in Surrey to learn about women's health conditions.The next webinar will take place on Tuesday evening and will discuss polycystic ovary syndrome, premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.Later this year, there will be three further meetings to discuss endometriosis, fertility, cervical screening and menopause.Vicky Williams, associate director for women and children at Surrey Heartlands Intergrated Care System,
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Paddy Pimblett: UFC star Paddy the Baddy on mental health – ‚Men are too proud but should speak to someone‘

[ad_1] Content warning: Video contains discussion of suicide.UFC star Paddy Pimblett speaks with BBC Sport's Sam Harris about dealing with mental health issues, and his supportive friendship with now-retired fighter Molly McCann.Visit www.bbc.co.uk/actionline for more information and help with issues raised in this video.READ MORE: Aspinall upgraded to undisputed UFC champion as Jones retires [ad_2] Source link
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Low aspirin dose ‚reduces cancer risk in some patients‘, Newcastle University-led study says

[ad_1] BBCDesigner Nick James, who has lost most of his family to cancer, was first on the trial A study to find the right dose of aspirin to reduce the risk of cancer in some patients has found the smallest amount works just as well as larger ones, according to a leading researcher.The trial involved 1,879 people with Lynch syndrome who were given three different-sized doses of the painkiller.Prof Sir
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At-home HPV test kits to be offered to thousands of women in England

[ad_1] Getty ImagesFor the first time, at-home HPV tests will be offered to some women in EnglandWomen who have delayed coming forward for cervical screening will be offered a test to be taken at home, NHS England has said.The DIY test kits, available from January, contain a long cotton-wool bud to swab the lining of the vagina.The test is for human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes most cervical cancers, and women
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National investigation into maternity care announced

[ad_1] Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced a national investigation into maternity care in England.The "rapid" inquiry will urgently look at the worst-performing maternity and neonatal services in the country, including Leeds, Sussex, Gloucester, and Mid and South Essex.Streeting has met parents who have lost babies in a series of maternity scandals at some NHS trusts and said the investigation would "make sure these families get the truth and the
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Mounjaro weight loss jab available at GPs

[ad_1] Smitha MundasadHealth reporterGetty ImagesWeight loss injections like Mounjaro and Wegovy are available in specialist weight loss clinicsPrescriptions for Mounjaro jabs, to help people lose weight, will be available at GP surgeries in England from today - but only for those who meet very strict criteria.NHS England says while the long-term plan is for the jabs to be more widely available, a staggered approach is needed to reach those most
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No budget for assisted dying service, health secretary says

[ad_1] EPAHealth Secretary Wes Streeting has said there is no budget for an assisted dying service, which MPs narrowly backed in a landmark vote on Friday.Streeting, who was one of the most senior opponents of the legislation, posted a lengthy message on his Facebook page explaining why he voted against the legislation.Among other reasons, he said there was already a lack of access to high quality end-of-life care on top
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Why quick fixes won’t lower our cortisol levels

[ad_1] Ruth CleggHealth and wellbeing reporterGetty ImagesIt could apparently change the shape of my face, add pounds to my midriff, and even make my hair fall out. I feel like warnings about cortisol - a stress hormone I know very little about - have hijacked my social media accounts. I see posts advising me to drink a cortisol cocktail - a blend of orange juice, coconut water and sea salt,
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Support group helps Bristol woman with endometriosis

[ad_1] A 21-year-old living with stage three endometriosis said a support group has helped her to feel less lonely.Mia Harrison, who lives in Bristol, has suffered with the condition since she was 12-years-old. Every month, she is left with "all encompassing" pain affecting her legs, stomach, back and head.Over the years, Ms Harrison has undergone two surgeries and trialled different contraception methods, diets and exercise plans, but has found nothing
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NHS plans to DNA test all babies in England to assess disease risk

[ad_1] Every newborn baby in England will have their DNA mapped to assess their risk of hundreds of diseases, under NHS plans for the next 10 years.The scheme, first reported by the Daily Telegraph, is part of a government drive towards predicting and preventing illness, which will also see £650m invested in DNA research for all patients by 2030.Health Secretary Wes Streeting said gene technology would enable the health service