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'Broken' care system for most vulnerable
Patients with mental health problems, autism and learning disabilities are being let down, a report says.
Don't be complacent over laughing gas risks, say nurses
Nurses are warning drug use can cause breathing and heart problems - and sometimes death.
Heart scan 'could pick up signs of sudden death risk'
Researchers used detailed images of the heart to look for signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Decriminalise prostitution, say nurses
Nurses are worried sex workers are risking their health and safety because of the laws around prostitution.
MRI scan death of Torbay teenager investigated
Alice Sloman's heart had grown to twice the normal size due to growth hormone treatment.
Artificial intelligence diagnoses lung cancer
AI appears better than specialist doctors at diagnosing the disease from lung scans, say researchers.
Liposuction rise linked to gym wear trend
More women are seeking surgery, possibly to get a body that looks good in trendy gym clothing, says surgeon.
HIV fear over 'dirty' dental equipment
Hundreds of dental scaling patients are offered blood tests over fears about unsterilised equipment.
Staff shortages 'abusing good will of nurses'
Nursing chiefs want to see safe staffing rules enshrined in law as 40,000 posts remain vacant.
Too many children in mental health hospitals, says report
A lack of support in schools and the community in England is contributing to the problem, says a report.

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Afternoon open heart surgery 'leads to fewer complications'
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Report calls for better mental health support in the workplace
"Up to 300,000 people with long-term mental health problems have to leave their jobs each year, a report...
Blood-thinning drugs may reduce dementia risk in people with irregular heartbeats
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New genetic variants associated with breast cancer identified
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