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In depth study aims to find answers to Slough's health problems

WEBAn in depth research study designed to find answers to key health inequalities in Slough has given a detailed picture of how people in the borough live and think. Throughout the …

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England’s blood service is one of the safest in the world today

WEBBy PA News Agency. Share. The blood service in England is “now one of the safest in the world,” NHS officials have said as the Infected Blood Inquiry has published its final report. The probe, one of the largest ever in the UK, examined how people received contaminated blood and blood products in the 1970s through to the early 1990s.

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A look inside Slough's planned new £25m NHS diagnostic centre

WEBVacant buildings at the site are being demolished to make way for the £25m new diagnostic centre. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, which runs some NHS …

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Ancient viral DNA linked to major psychiatric disorders, study …

WEBAncient viral DNA still present in the human genome may be linked to major psychiatric disorders, research suggests. Thousands of DNA sequences originating from ancient infections are found in the brain, with some contributing to susceptibility for conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression, the study led by King’s

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Health board told to apologise after knee surgery patient died …

WEBA health board has been ordered to apologise to the family of a patient who died after developing a blood clot following knee surgery. The 51-year-old ruptured the patella tendon of their left knee in a fall and underwent surgery to repair the tear at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The patient was discharged the next day with a hinged …

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New health hub to serve Windsor villages Slough Observer

WEBThe Health Hub can be found at The Wraysbury Hub at 12a High Street and opens every Tuesday from 9:30am to 12:30pm. Blood test clinic appointments will be …

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Dan Buettner: Four tips to follow for a long healthy life

WEBBuettner replied: "The first thing is to eat a big breakfast, ideally savoury breakfast. "Number two, learn how to incorporate beans into foods you like because …

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Slough Borough Council sets out plans for the future

WEBResidents are being invited to have their say on the council's plans for the future as they set out a focus on health inequalities and the future of local children. …

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NHS to be a key battleground in the race for Number 10

WEBThe long-term future of the NHS will likely be a key battleground in the run up to the general election. Recent polling suggests that the founding principles of the service are still staunchly backed by the British public. But satisfaction with the NHS has dipped to record lows, indicating that politicians will have to persuade voters that

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Dr Amir Khan on how weight loss jabs cut heart attack risk

WEBA 2.4mg once-weekly dose of Wegovy, alongside standard care for the prevention of heart attacks or stroke, lowered the risk by 20% compared with those …

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Slough's best and worst rated GPs in 2021 Patient Survey

WEBBurnham Health Centre. Slough's best and worst rated GP surgeries according to the patients that use them have been revealed. The latest results of the GP …

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Slough ranks highly in England's unhealthiest places

WEBSLOUGH has ranked highly in a new index of the unhealthiest areas of England. The district ranked low in the Office for National Statistics' Health Index, which …

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Analysis reveals ‘shift’ towards private healthcare

WEBNuffield Trust analysis suggests the biggest rises in people turning to private healthcare have occurred in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. According to the analysis: – The vast majority of planned hospital admissions in England – around 85% – are NHS patients in NHS hospitals, but this has fallen from 88% before the pandemic

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Dr Michael Mosley: New Channel 4 show will change lives

WEB'I’m going to try and change people’s lives by changing what they eat' Channel 4’s Jo Street, Head of Daytime & Features comments: “We’re delighted to have Michael …

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Slough ranked in 'worst place to live in England' poll

WEBLast year, the iLiveHere poll announced Slough was ranked the ninth worst place to live in the UK. In the announcement, Slough was described as a 'concrete …

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Swann welcomes announcement of interim payments in infected …

WEBStormont Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed confirmation that £210,000 interim payments will be made to victims of the infected blood scandal. The UK government announced the payment will be paid to living, infected beneficiaries ahead of the establishment of the final compensation scheme. It comes after the Infected Blood …

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What are the benefits of a sauna

WEBClearlight Saunas UK adds: “How long you should sauna for skin benefits such as anti-aging, purification or reduction in cellulite, scars and wrinkles is 15 minutes, …

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Slough World Mental Health Day October 10 celebration

WEBPeople. Slough. By Olivia Endellion Mowl @OliviaMowlE Trainee News Reporter. Share. 2. Slough Mental Health Services celebrated World Mental Health Day …

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Obesity rates in Slough worst in the Thames Valley, study finds

WEBLOCAL obesity rates are among the worst in the area, a study has found. Nearly two-thirds (65.6 per cent) of adults in Slough are overweight or obese, according …

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