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First bird flu case confirmed in England
The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed England’s first human case of bird flu this season. The individual, located in the West Midlands, contracted the virus after close and prolonged contact with infected birds on a…
Warning over 'rapid rise' in measles in parts of UK
Health officials have issued an urgent warning about a rapid rise in measles cases across parts of the UK, particularly in south west England: there have been 21 new cases in Bristol alone, making it the…
Calorie labelling could make eating disorders worse, study suggests
A new study published in the British Medical Journal has warned that calorie labelling on menus may worsen eating disorders, despite policies focusing primarily on reducing obesity. Findings suggest that calorie labels can trigger harmful behaviour,…
Bishop of Liverpool resigns after sexual assault allegations
Another crisis has erupted within the Church of England, with the resignation of the Bishop of Liverpool, John Perumbalath, following allegations of sexual assault and harassment. Though no charges have been filed, he was interviewed under…
