Jess's Rule: NHS introduces three-strikes approach to prompt diagnosis
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New guidance across England requires GPs to seek second opinions after three appointments without a clear diagnosis, following delays linked to a young woman’s death
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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism, prompting scientific debate
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Health experts say evidence is inconclusive; acetaminophen remains the only widely approved over-the-counter option for fever and pain during pregnancy.
Cancer drug could double as autism therapy, poised for FDA approval, officials say
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FDA to update leucovorin labeling; Medicaid coverage could follow; NIH to fund new safety and efficacy studies in autism
UK experts reject Trump paracetamol claim on autism risk in pregnancy
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British scientists call claims unfounded and potentially risky as White House remarks spark criticism and stock falls
NHS Wales dentistry contract overhaul: plan to assign a fixed dentist dropped as care shifts to need-based model
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Policy changes set to take effect in April 2026 with recall intervals up to 24 months for healthy teeth; critics warn of potential gaps in preventive care and health inequality.
Cinnamon-derived compound shows potential to reduce Alzheimer's pathology in small Taiwanese trial
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Oral sodium benzoate reduced amyloid-beta levels and improved cognition in mild Alzheimer's; researchers caution about limited size and generalizability.
NHS launches 'Jess's Rule' urging GPs to rethink after three visits without clear diagnosis
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Named for Jessica Brady, the 27-year-old who sought help repeatedly in 2020 before a late-stage cancer diagnosis
Loaded water trend aims to curb cravings and aid hydration, but experts caution moderation
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Infused waters promising flavor, electrolytes and tiny nutrient boosts draw social media attention, yet health professionals stress simple, natural ingredients and mindful sugar content.
Trump announces FDA to revise Tylenol safety label, urges pregnant women to avoid use over autism risk
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White House cites studies linking prenatal acetaminophen exposure to autism; FDA to issue labeling changes and alert physicians