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Is laughter really the best medicine?

Researchers launch a “Laughter Lab” to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

BBC Medical Editor Fergus Walsh speaks to St John’s ambulance service about treating heat exhaustion.

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What in the World

Researchers are trying to improve how Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder is diagnosed

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How Aussies taught kids to stay safe in the sun

In 1981, Australia launched a fight against skin cancer with help from a yellow cartoon seagull and a catchy jingle.

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Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults

Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.

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Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action over pay

Full emergency cover remains in place and patients have been told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.

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Why women are more affected by hot weather than men

Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?

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Why women are more affected by hot weather than men

Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?

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How can we keep children safe during the heatwave?

A doctor from Bristol Royal Hospital for Children gives his tips for keeping children protected.

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Baroness Mone among individuals sued to recover PPE Medpro millions

The Baroness and her husband Doug Barrowman are among individuals being sued in a bid to recover some of the money owed to the government by the business.

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