UK News
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Computers may boost breast screening
Computers have successfully replaced human radiologists in a study of breast cancer screening, researchers revealed today. Read more
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Boost for patients with lower leg conditions
A national event is under way to promote awareness of lower leg problems and how to prevent them. Read more
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Caesarean rates alarm midwives
Too many women are giving birth by caesarean – and some of these operations may be unnecessary, midwives have warned. Read more
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Graphic health warnings for smokers
Cigarette packets are having a makeover next month – adding graphic warnings of the damage they can do to the body. Read more
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Emergency services rapped
Emergency medical services in many parts of England are falling short, a government watchdog warns today. Read more
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Survival inequalities in breast cancer
Long-term survival after breast cancer is significantly higher among affluent women than others, experts reported today. Read more
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Call for neonatal staffing boost
Experts have called for a new shake-up of the care of premature babies – calling for them to given the same rights as adult patients. Read more
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Action call on fertility tourism
Global action may be needed to prevent "fertility tourism" leading to an epidemic of costly multiple births, British experts have warned. Read more
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Health visitor shortage "dangerous"
Hard pressed health visitors fear Britain could be heading for "another Victoria Climbie" case because of staff shortages, according to a survey published yesterday. Read more
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Big fall in hospital MRSA infections
Cases of MRSA in England’s hospitals have fallen by a third over the past year, according to official figures. Read more