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Assisted dying debate terrifying for disabled, says Liz Carr

As legal assisted dying receives more support, the actress expresses deep concern for disability rights.

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Assisted dying debate terrifying for disabled, says Liz Carr

As legal assisted dying receives more support, the actress expresses deep concern for disability rights.

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We need to normalise death and dying, says carer

Abi Vance, who cared for a friend with terminal cancer, said “normalising” death might help people.

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We need to normalise death and dying, says carer

Abi Jenkins, who cared for a friend with terminal cancer, said “normalising” death might help people.

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‘I have a 50:50 chance of developing Alzheimer’s in my 50s’

John Jennings may have inherited a gene from his mother that could trigger early-onset of the condition.

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NHS problems leave new doctors without jobs

The NHS needs more doctors so why have some medical students been left in limbo waiting for a job?

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How the NHS has run out of jobs for new doctors

The NHS needs more doctors so why have some medical students been left in limbo waiting for a job?

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Why mortgage rates are going up, not down

The cost of a new fixed mortgage has risen in recent days, defying many homeowners’ hopes and expectations.

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Licence ban extended on London fertility clinic

Homerton Fertility Clinic will stay shut while the loss of at least 32 embryos is investigated.

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Five surprisingly simple ways to optimise your diet

Here’s five tips for better eating from BBC Ideas

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