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Wes Streeting heralds 'landmark moment for NHS' with new DNA test to stop cancers

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Health Secretary Wes Streeting says ‘whole genome sequencing’ test - which diagnosed eye cancer in newborn Freddie - can now stop the disease before it does damage

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Newcastle sexual health clinic deal to be torn up two years after private firm took over from NHS

Newcastle City Council has agreed a 'mutual termination' of a private company's contract to run the city's sexual health service

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NHS 'black poo' symptom associated with common painkiller

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Ibuprofen is a common painkiller that can be used to treat a wide range of aches and pains, but it's important to be aware of the potential side effects.

NHS ‘black poo’ ibuprofen warning and when to call 999

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Ibuprofen can cause a range of side effects, some of which may necessitate an urgent hospital visit

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Vital NHS vaccination available to certain groups of people - check your eligibility

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The NHS is reminding certain groups to book their flu jabs, with the message being particularly important for older adults, pregnant women and others.

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People born in or before one year among vulnerable groups urged to get NHS vaccine

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You can check your eligibility for the winter flu vaccination by using the NHS App as the health service warns the influenza infection can be serious for those at high risk

NHS could ban staff from wearing pro-Palestine badges - while allowing other religious symbols, such as a cross or Star of David, to be worn

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New guidelines on NHS uniforms will be issued as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced a review of antisemitism within the health service.

NHS shares '10-day Covid warning' as cases increase across UK

The health body has urged Brits to stick to a '10-day rule' if they have Covid

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Latest NHS Covid symptoms as Nimbus and Stratus strains spread

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Here's what to look out for, and when to seek medical help

NHS doctor says best sleep trick 'helps you drift off in minutes'

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The doctor swears by the 'number one sleep hack' when he's working night shifts

NHS doctor says best sleep trick 'helps you drift off in minutes'

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The doctor swears by the 'number one sleep hack' when he's working night shifts

NHS issues 10 day warning for anyone with covid

The NHS has issued a series of recommendations if you test positive for covid

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NHS Greater Manchester programme helps hundreds avoid heart attacks and strokes

This programme is part of NHS Greater Manchester’s BeCCoR programme and has helped thousands of people at higher risk, often linked to deprivation.

Met Office's date your heating should go on as NHS says how high

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UK households have been left wondering when they should turn their heating back on and experts have shared the 'exact' date

Met Office exact date to turn your heating on amid NHS 21C alert

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According to Met Office data, a certain date is being recommended

Fall asleep 'in minutes' with NHS doctor's 'number one' trick

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The doctor shared his 'number one sleep hack' that could 'change your life'

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NHS medical negligence costs spiral as childbirth injury payouts surge

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The yearly cost of settling clinical negligence claims has more than tripled over the past two decades

Covid warning as NHS issues important 10-day advice

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The NHS has issued a 10-day warning for anyone who has Covid - here's everything you need to know

NHS issues 10-day warning for anyone with Covid - full list of symptoms

The NHS has issued a 10-day warning for anyone who has Covid - here's everything you need to know

NHS makes 10-day warning for anyone with Covid

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This advice is in place to help prevent the spread of illness and protect vulnerable people