Cannabis use rises among pregnant women despite mounting evidence of fetal harm
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Health experts and medical societies warn there is no known safe amount of cannabis in pregnancy as use increases, particularly in the first trimester
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Ricky Hatton’s long fight with depression, addiction and suicidal thoughts before his death at 46
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Former world champion boxer had publicly discussed chronic depression, heavy drinking, cocaine use and near‑suicidal episodes; police say his death is not being treated as suspicious.
Doctor: Three common mistakes that put kids at risk in youth sports
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Overuse, inadequate preparation of smaller muscle groups and rushed transitions raise injury risk; experts urge attention to sleep, hydration, training plans and emergency protocols.
Midwife sues North Bristol NHS Trust, says TikTok posts and bullying forced her from post
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Senior midwife alleges colleagues and managers targeted her after she raised concerns about maternity services; employment tribunal to begin in Bristol
New NHS data tracker lets patients check local wait times, A&E delays and ambulance response figures
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Daily Mail tool uses NHS England monthly statistics to map trust performance by postcode; national medical director welcomes public access to data
Katie Price stabs hand while making curry, posts graphic images after A&E visit
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Reality star Katie Price says the knife sliced ligaments and nerves in her hand, requiring stitches and leaving part of her hand numb
Senior midwife sues North Bristol NHS Trust, alleges bullying over TikTok posts
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Lara Basini-Millar says she was forced from her post after speaking about maternity service failings on social media; trust says it cannot comment ahead of a tribunal
Scott Hastings returns weekly to Wardie Bay as family and friends fundraise for mental health in wife's memory
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Former Scotland rugby player swims at the bay where his wife died and will support a teammate's 60-mile Caledonian Canal swim to raise money for mental health charities
Fourteen NHS trusts to be examined in rapid review of maternity care
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Baroness Amos will lead investigations into trusts linked to long-running concerns as families and campaigners demand a full public inquiry