A groundbreaking new drug for the treatment of type 1 diabetes has been administered to a teenage patient in the UK, marking a significant milestone in the fight against the chronic disease. Teplizumab, the new medication, works by reprogramming the immune system to prevent it from attacking the pancreatic cells responsible for insulin production, thereby… Continue reading Kings Norton teen in Birmingham receives game-changing diabetes drug
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Cwmtillery: 'Terrifying' landslip reminds me of Aberfan disaster
The recent landslide incident in Cwmtillery has left residents like Tina Honeyfield reminded of the tragic Aberfan disaster. Tina, along with her family, has been forced to relocate to a rental property for at least six months after their house was severely damaged due to the landslide. The devastation caused by the landslide brought back… Continue reading Cwmtillery: 'Terrifying' landslip reminds me of Aberfan disaster
Watch: Clive Myrie finds corridors filled with patients at London hospital
A peek inside the Royal Free Hospital in north London by the BBC revealed the impact of the annual winter pressures on the NHS. Journalist Clive Myrie observed packed corridors with beds and patients awaiting treatment during his visit. The scene painted a grim picture of the challenges faced by the healthcare system during the… Continue reading Watch: Clive Myrie finds corridors filled with patients at London hospital
Inside the Royal Free – what it tells us about the NHS
A day in the Royal Free Hospital in London has shed light on the intense pressures facing the health service during the winter season. By 10 am, the A&E unit was already at full capacity, prompting the hospital to declare it had reached alert level four due to the immense strain it was under. Patients… Continue reading Inside the Royal Free – what it tells us about the NHS
King Charles and Queen Camilla visit Middlesbrough
Queen Camilla and King Charles made a royal visit to Middlesbrough during which they engaged in a friendly game of table tennis with local teenagers. The Queen, a known fan of the sport, joined in as part of a day filled with various engagements, entertainment, and activities. Their tour included a celebratory walkabout in Centre… Continue reading King Charles and Queen Camilla visit Middlesbrough
Trans doctor had the 'right' to use women's room
An employment tribunal recently heard that a transgender doctor had the right to use a female changing room under a health board’s equality and diversity policy. The case was brought forward by Nurse Sandie Peggie against NHS Fife and Dr. Beth Upton after being suspended following an incident in the female changing room at Victoria… Continue reading Trans doctor had the 'right' to use women's room
Stephen Holmes: Dylan McCrossan to face murder charge over assault death
A recent court hearing revealed that a man will be facing a murder charge in connection to the death of an assault victim in County Tyrone. Stephen Holmes, 31, tragically passed away in hospital after an incident in Strabane on 3 February. Dylan McCrossan, also 31, from Beechmount Village, Strabane, had previously been charged in… Continue reading Stephen Holmes: Dylan McCrossan to face murder charge over assault death
FA Cup to use semi-automated offsides for first time
Semi-automated offside technology is set to make its debut in English domestic football during the upcoming fifth round of the FA Cup. The Football Association announced on Thursday that the technology will be utilized in the seven matches held at Premier League stadiums. This move comes after a successful trial run in the Emirates FA… Continue reading FA Cup to use semi-automated offsides for first time
Rachel Reeves and her expenses before she became an MP
news/480/cpsprodpb/4a31/live/a7fbed70-e9e6-11ef-bd1b-d536627785f2.jpg.webp” alt=”Sign showing Halifax”> The whistleblower’s contact with us referred to concerns around gifts as well as expenses on restaurants. They were particularly exercised by what they claimed to be excessive spending on taxis compared to colleagues on the same pay grade but at the same time as hiring who they thought were junior staff.… Continue reading Rachel Reeves and her expenses before she became an MP
Essex Boys murderer Michael Steele to be released from prison
Article Re-write: A recent announcement from the Parole Board states that Michael Steele, the man convicted in connection with the infamous Essex Boys murders, is set to be released from prison on licence. Steele was handed a life sentence in 1998 following the discovery of drug dealers Craig Rolfe, Tony Tucker, and Pat Tate shot… Continue reading Essex Boys murderer Michael Steele to be released from prison