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What are longevity clinics

WEBLongevity clinics are facilities aimed at slowing down aging and providing treatments "optimizing patients' health for more years," according to The Wall Street …

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The good, the bad, and the ugly of England's universal health-care

WEBThe National Health Service, or NHS, is the United Kingdom's public universal health system. It was established in 1948 after World War II, and has since grown to become a …

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Health: News, analysis and opinion The Week

WEBThe latest Health breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at The Week

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The countries with the best health care systems The Week

WEBBelgium spends a significant amount on health care. The country is "among the top ten spenders on health across EU countries, reaching 10.7% of GDP in 2019. …

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The best health and wellbeing podcasts of 2024 The Week

WEBRangan Chatterjee has the number-one health podcast in the UK and Europe. (Image credit: Paul Cooper/Shutterstock) By Ellie O'Mahoney, The Week UK. …

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Immunotherapy and hay fever The Week

WEBFor many people, the arrival of spring heralds hefty doses of antihistamines, nasal sprays and eye drops to relieve hay fever symptoms. Allergic reactions to pollen …

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Good health news: seven surprising medical discoveries made in …

WEBHealth. in depth. Good health news: seven surprising medical discoveries made in 2023. A fingerprint test for cancer, a menopause patch and the shocking …

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Doctors are adding dental care to their duties The Week

WEBNot a dentist in sight. Access to dental care is a problem many low-income, minority and elderly Americans face. According to the Health Policy Institute, rural areas …

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How bad is Britain's booze problem

WEBEngland is "top of the charts" globally for child alcohol abuse, according to a World Health Organization (WHO) study of 44 countries. More than half of English …

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Doulas are filling the gaps in maternal care for Black women

WEBpublished 3 April 2024. The maternal mortality crisis among Black mothers is a well-documented issue that health care advocates have been ringing the alarm about for …

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The pros and cons of mental health apps The Week

WEBToday, thousands of mental health and wellness apps claim to help people with anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions.While people seem …

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The ecosystem inside you The Week

WEBFeatures. The ecosystem inside you. Your body harbors trillions of bacteria that have profound effects on your health, your weight, and even your mood. (Image …

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Ageing boomers: America’s looming crisis The Week

WEBunder the radar. Ageing boomers: America’s looming crisis. A person turning 65 today in US has an almost 70% chance of needing long-term care. Some 37 million …

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Pros and cons of universal health care The Week

WEBPro: a healthier society. Universal health care is undeniably expensive – the NHS is the largest single item of public spending by the UK government – but lack of …

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Today's political cartoons

WEBSaturday's cartoons - natural gas, fundraising with Ted Cruz, and more

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5 tech-based preventative health care trends The Week

WEBWearable technology. When it comes to health and fitness, wearable technology like smartwatches or FitBits is an easy way to experience what health care …

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The Rwanda bill passes: is it really 'game-changer'

WEBThis is an "egregious" piece of legislation, said the FT.In addition to being cruel and unlikely to deliver the desired effect, it sets a "pernicious precedent for British …

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Today's political cartoons

WEBHome; Cartoons; Today's political cartoons - April 26, 2024. Friday's cartoons - teleprompter troubles, presidential immunity, and more

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Knife: Salman Rushdie's 'mesmeric memoir' of brutal attack

WEBRushdie, now 76, recounts his recovery in "graphic detail", said Erica Wagner in The Daily Telegraph.After the attack, his ruined right eye hung down his face …

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Haiti interim council, prime minister sworn in The Week

WEBPrime Minister Ariel Henry has resigned amid surging gang violence in Haiti. Michel Patrick Boisvert is now interim prime minister.

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