Chester Zoo Snake Gets Human Cancer Treatment in World First
A 20-year-old female boa constrictor at Chester Zoo has become the first snake believed to benefit from a human cancer treatment, receiving radiotherapy for a rare tumour.
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AI Tool at Stepping Hill Aims to Speed Up Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Hospitals across Greater Manchester, including Stepping Hill, are rolling out an AI tool to analyze prostate MRI scans, prioritizing high-risk patients for faster diagnosis and treatment.
Pensioners urged to check for £4,000 HMRC tax refund
HMRC data shows 12,500+ reclaimed tax after flexible pension access, with £50.3m repaid. Average refund is £4,000. Retirees urged to check.
Early Sugar Rationing Tied to Lower Dementia Risk
Cutting sugar before age two could reduce dementia risk by up to 23%, a study of 64,737 people from wartime rationing suggests.
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DNV Healthcare Renews ISQua Accreditation
Birmingham-based DNV Healthcare has renewed its ISQua accreditation, reinforcing its commitment to international healthcare quality standards and patient safety.
Tielemans Injury: Villa Star Misses World Cup Quarter-Final
Youri Tielemans was ruled out of Belgium's World Cup quarter-final vs Spain moments before kick-off due to a warm-up injury, sparking concern for Aston Villa's midfield ahead of the new season.
Aptamer Develops Ebola Diagnostic Test for Bundibugyo Strain
York-based Aptamer Group begins developing a rapid diagnostic test for the Bundibugyo Ebola strain, aiming to improve early detection amid a major outbreak in DRC and Uganda.
Parkinson's Researcher Wins £300k Fellowship
Dr Janin Lautenschläger, whose early Parkinson's research was funded by Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust, has been awarded a prestigious Lister Institute fellowship with £300,000 in flexible funding to expand her work.
Villa to Get FIFA Compensation for Onana Injury
Aston Villa will receive up to £6.4m from FIFA after Amadou Onana suffered a serious knee ligament injury while playing for Belgium at the World Cup.
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Onana Suffers Serious Knee Injury at World Cup
Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana suffered a knee ligament injury during Belgium's World Cup win over the USA, with coach Rudi Garcia confirming a serious injury that will sideline him for an extended period.
Aston Villa's Onana Suffers Serious World Cup Knee Injury
Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana has suffered a serious knee injury during Belgium's World Cup win over the United States, leaving him on crutches and likely out of the tournament.
Sheffield surgeon wins lifetime award for rib fracture treatment
Sheffield surgeon Mr John Edwards received a lifetime achievement award from the Chest Wall Injury Society for pioneering rib fracture repair using titanium plates, transforming trauma care in the UK.
Orjan Nyland Stuns Brazil: Ex-Villa Keeper Saves Penalty
Former Aston Villa goalkeeper Orjan Nyland saved a penalty from Bruno Guimaraes and made four saves to help Norway eliminate Brazil from the World Cup.
Martinez Rejected Surgery for World Cup
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez chose not to undergo surgery for a finger injury to play for Argentina at the World Cup, despite being advised otherwise.
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Jeremy Clarkson in Remission After Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Jeremy Clarkson, 66, is officially in remission from aggressive prostate cancer after early detection via a routine PSA blood test, calling himself 'the world's luckiest man.'
Grandma's Cancer Research 'Gift to Future' in Birmingham
Margaret Middleton, 72, joins University of Birmingham research to help bile duct cancer patients suffering severe side-effects from immunotherapy, hoping to leave a legacy for future patients.
Trial Findings on Cognitive Function in Early Dementia
A new trial reports preliminary findings on cognitive function in early dementia patients, offering hope for improved treatment and diagnosis.
AI Detects 20,000 Cancers, Now Smartphone-Certified
An AI system that has identified 20,000 cancers receives certification for smartphone deployment, expanding access to early detection technology.
Liquid Gold Helps Paralyzed Man Walk Out of Hospital
A West Midlands man paralyzed from the chest down is walking again after a groundbreaking treatment using liquid gold nanoparticles, leaving hospital independently.
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AI Rollout Across NHS to Speed Up Cancer Diagnoses
The NHS will expand AI analysis for chest X-rays to all trusts by 2029 with £20m funding, aiming to accelerate cancer diagnoses and improve patient outcomes.
Weight-Loss Injections May Cut Cancer Risk by 41%
New research suggests weight-loss injections like Wegovy and Ozempic could reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers by 41%, but benefits may vary by race.
Birmingham Chippy Bedders Faces Closure After 80 Years
Bedders, a historic fish and chip shop in Small Heath, Birmingham, may close after 80 years due to soaring costs. Owner Ian Simmonds calls for VAT relief.
Stockport NHS Trust launches new lab system for faster diagnosis
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has successfully implemented a new laboratory information system, enhancing processing of over 9.5 million annual tests for faster diagnosis and treatment.
Edge Hill University Joins Northern Health Science Alliance
Edge Hill University has become the newest member of the Northern Health Science Alliance, joining 20 research-intensive institutions to drive health innovation across the North of England.
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Promising New Way to Detect Liver Disease Earlier
A new study highlights a promising approach to identify serious liver disease earlier, potentially improving outcomes for patients through timely intervention.
Ebola Doctor: Outbreak Worse Than Official Numbers Show
Dr Craig Spencer, who survived Ebola in 2014, warns the current outbreak in eastern Congo is far bigger than reported, with over 130 deaths and 500 suspected cases.
Family Warn of Deadly Synthetic Opioids as Delays Mask Toll
Delays in blood sample collection may hide the true death toll from synthetic opioids like nitazenes, warns a family after an inquest into a drug user's death.
Edward Jenner's First Smallpox Vaccination in 1796
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Bristol lab 'excited' by hantavirus vaccine breakthrough
Bristol-based Ensilitech has made a breakthrough in developing a hantaan virus vaccine. The antigen tested successfully on animals, and the company now seeks funding for human trials.
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Jon Moulton Backs Infex in Antibiotic Resistance Fight
Venture capitalist Jon Moulton leads £4.3m funding round for Infex Therapeutics, targeting antimicrobial resistance and critical infectious diseases.
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