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:: Saturday, February 08, 2003 ::

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Another 15 Minutes... Health News via Fade
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Baby saved by a phone call

Rosy-cheeked little Jake Dewhurst owes his life to a phone call. When the youngster fell ill, a doctor told his parents he had constipation. But as the eight-month-old's condition got worse, his worried mum and dad decided to call the health hotline NHS Direct. Quick-witted nurse Liz Kershaw spotted the symptoms of the killer disease meningitis - and ordered them to go straight to hospital.

Manchester Evening News 07/02/03
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Bid to ease GPs' asylum plight

Hard-pressed GPs in inner Manchester are struggling to deal with huge numbers of asylum seekers registering at surgeries.

Manchester Evening News 07/02/03
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Football turns to Eastern medicine

Having their tongue assessed for colour and shape and pulse taken to gauge the health of their internal organs is perhaps not what Bolton Wanderers' footballers imagined would happen to them when they visited the physio's room.

BBC Health 08/02/03
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Help mum save Teigan

Teigan Twigg celebrates her fifth birthday in a week's time but she may need a bone marrow transplant to help her survive.

Liverpool Echo 07/02/03
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Hospital sex attack horror

A nurse today (Friday, February 7) told how a sex stalker tried to rape her in a doctor's room in the hospital where she works.

Liverpool Echo 07/02/03
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Iron Age skeleton shows ancient roots of TB

The surprisingly ancient history of a half forgotten disease which has returned to haunt modern Britain was revealed yesterday, when archaeologists unveiled the skeleton of the earliest case of tuberculosis ever found in Britain.

The Guardian 08/02/03
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Mother faked son's illness for attention

A depressed mother who faked her son's illness - for which he underwent two operations - has been ordered to undergo psychiatric treatment.

BBC Health 07/02/03
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No trout pout as Luke's lips face a jab well done

Luke Gove is an exception to a rule-because he's had cosmetic treatment. Despite it being generally regarded as a woman's preserve, he happily submitted to a series of collagen injections. But, contrary to the horror stories typified by actress Leslie Ash's now infamous "trout pout", Luke is delighted with the results.

Daily Post 07/02/03
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Plan to map UK's noise hotspots

A new move to map noise across Britain was announced by the government today.

The Guardian 08/02/03
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Pledge to halve asylum applications within six months

Tony Blair was accused of "talking pie in the sky" last night after he made a surprise pledge to halve the number of asylum-seekers arriving in Britain by September.

The Independent 08/02/03
The Guardian 08/02/03
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Public-sector pay: Fury at Irvine's £22,000 rise

Should Lord Irvine of Lairg wish to indulge in a spot of DIY this weekend, he will be able to buy to an extra 74 rolls of his favourite Pugin wallpaper.

The Independent 08/02/03
The Independent 08/02/03
The Guardian 08/02/03
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Reversing female circumcision

BBC News Online talks to Comfort Momoh, the only midwife working in the UK who reverses the procedure.

BBC Health 08/02/03
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Richard Doll: 'Why was this evil business allowed to continue for so long?'

I feel promoting smoking – encouraging people to smoke – is evil. I hesitate to say every evil should be banned but it should be discouraged, and that this evil went on so long is a very severe criticism of governments of all parties.

The Independent 08/02/03
The Independent 08/02/03
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Tax hike needed for NHS, says Blair

Prime Minister Tony Blair has defended the government's 1p tax increase by insisting the hike was necessary to cut NHS waiting lists. The penny levy on National Insurance contributions being introduced in April was a difficult thing to do Mr Blair acknowledged. The NHS was not all perfect he said but it should strive to be the best in Europe . One way to do that was through setting waiting list targets he said.

BBC Health 08/02/03
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Taxpayers 'overpay for generic drugs'

UK taxpayers could be paying too much for generic drugs, a report out on Friday has suggested.

BBC Health 07/02/03
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Zebrafish clue to cancer

Scientists hope that the zebrafish may help them to develop new treatments for cancer. At first sight the tiny fish may seem to have nothing in common with humans. But in fact its genome is thought to contain about 30,000 genes, roughly the same number as humans.

BBC Health 07/02/03


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Another 15 Minutes... Health News via Fade
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£8m to aid 'neglected' services for the deaf

Urgent action is needed to correct years of neglect of services for the deaf and hard of hearing according to a report published yesterday. Only a third of the 533 000 people who might benefit from NHS audiology services actually use them said the report by the Public Health Institute of Scotland.

Glasgow Herald 07/03/02
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A new way to breathe easy

An easy-to-use asthma treatment allows sufferers to take control of their lives.

The Times 06/02/03
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Age fails to wither the pensioners behind a rising grey crime wave

So many pensioners are taking to crime that Her Majesty’s Prison Service has opened a special wing to accommodate the increasing number of prisoners with a bus pass. The number of pensioners in prison has more than doubled in the past ten years. Stannah stairs, warders with a knowledge of nursing the elderly, gyms adapted for crumbling backs and a well-stocked library will be available to oldies doing time for fraud, theft, and smuggling, but only occasionally robbery and violence (they have lost their aggression with their testosterone).

The Times 06/02/03
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Alert on antenatal care

More than half the deaths of unborn babies in the final two months of pregnancy might be preventable, according to an audit putting England bottom for antenatal care in 10 European countries.

The Guardian 07/02/03
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Billions of pounds poured into NHS black hole

Fraser Nelson’s column, "How long can McConnell say no to health reforms?" (Opinion, 6 February), was a breath of fresh air. His perception of Scotland "keeping the flame of the Soviet ideal burning", in terms of the health system, is spot-on.

The Scotsman 07/02/03
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Blair appeals to public by connecting Iraq and ricin seized in London

Britain believes the deadly poison ricin is being manufactured in Iraq and sent around the world, Tony Blair said yesterday as he made a televised appeal for public support of the Government's stance against Saddam Hussein.

The Independent 07/02/03
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Body talk forum

What equipment should I buy for a home gym?

The Times 07/02/03
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Checks on childminders in chaos after backlog grows

Official checks on childminders have descended into chaos with a growing backlog of safety inspections threatening government plans to make affordable child care available for working parents.

The Independent 07/02/03
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Chlamydia screening doubled

The number of screening centres for the sexually transmitted infection chlamydia is to double, the government has announced.

BBC Health 06/02/03
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'Cut 100 calories a day to lose weight'

Eating just 100 fewer calories a day - about three bites of a burger or one biscuit - could prevent the average weight gain each year.

BBC Health 07/02/03
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Deadly flu virus ravages DR Congo

A deadly flu epidemic has struck more than a million people and killed more than 100 in Kinshasa, according to the Democratic Republic of Congo's health ministry.

BBC Health 06/02/03
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Doctors call for licensing of jet lag treatment

A proven treatment for jet lag that is banned in Britain should be made available to long-distance air travellers by funding the necessary safety tests from the public purse, doctors will say today.

The Independent 07/02/03
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Electric kettles may damage your health, scientists warn

The government is to launch research into whether using boiled water from old-style electric kettles is worsening skin allergies through nickel leaching off exposed elements.

The Guardian 07/02/03
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Fathers offered £25 a week to join in their children's playtime

Fathers are being offered £25 a week to spend time with their children, as part of a parenting scheme branded "a waste of taxpayers' money" by an MP.

The Guardian 07/02/03
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Few abuse victims become paedophiles

Most men who were sexually abused as boys do not go on to abuse children themselves, a study suggests.

BBC Health 07/02/03
The Guardian 07/02/03
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Fish oils 'keep arteries clear'

Doctors have discovered how oily fish protects against heart disease and stroke. Researchers at Southampton University have found that omega-3 oils stop the build up of fatty deposits in the arteries.

BBC Health 07/02/03
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Go take a hike

The latest fitness craze to arrive from America combines the benefits of power-walking with skiing.

The Times 07/02/03
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Hi-tech hearing aids made available

Thousands of people who are deaf or hard of hearing will get free new digital hearing aids on the NHS.

BBC Health 07/02/03
The Guardian 07/02/03
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Jump in number of journeys by car

Britain's love affair with the automobile became more passionate last year, with traffic jumping by the highest amount since 1996, despite the government's aim of promoting public transport.

The Guardian 07/02/03
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Listen out once again for the sounds of knees jerking

The Scottish Executive web-site gave a lot more prominence to a further injection of £8m into NHS audiology services yesterday than it did to the latest evidence from its own economists that overall growth in the Scottish economy has virtually dried up. Hearing impairment we are told affects 15 of the Scottish population.

The Glasgow Herald 07/02/03
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Manchester Your Hospital 2003

The authoritative, independent guide to hospitals and medical services in Greater Manchester.

Manchester Evening Post 07/02/03
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Mergers off at hospitals

The biggest shake-up of Merseyside hospitals for a generation has been abandoned. A review of hospital services, which could have seen mergers between the county's NHS trusts, has concluded that there is no need for a revamp of the health care organisations.

Daily Post 06/02/03
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Parents must ask to receive safer vaccine

Doctors have been told to come clean about Infanrix, the safer whooping cough jab available on the NHS - but only if directly challenged about it by parents.

The Scotsman 07/02/03
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Patients go home early in hospital trial

A scheme that enables patients to go home from hospital early after surgery is being tried out in Birmingham.

BBC Health 06/02/02
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Peanut test could save lives

A new test that detects trace amounts of peanuts in processed food could help save lives.

BBC Health 07/02/03
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Simple truth every doctor can see - the NHS is seriously mismanaged

Ms Gill Morgan, chief executive of the NHS Confederation, has an important and demanding job. So it is a pity that she is unable to see a simple truth that I believe can be confirmed by nearly every doctor working in the National Health Service: that it is a hugely inefficient organisation that is seriously mismanaged.

The Independent 07/02/03
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Surgeon denies laser op bungles

A laser treatment eye surgeon accused of botching two operations said all his actions had been well thought-out and explained.

Manchester Evening News 07/02/03
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Surgeon used laser 'like saw'

A surgeon used a laser "like a saw" on a patient who later died, and also injured 12 others, the General Medical Council (GMC) has heard.

BBC Health 06/02/03
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TB tests prove negative in pilot screening scheme

TB tests on about 5,000 asylum seekers screened under a pilot Home Office scheme in Kent have so far failed to find one potential refugee carrying infectious disease.

The Guardian 07/02/03
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When dreams go too far

Frank Abagnale was the youngest man yet placed on the FBI’s most wanted list. While still in his early twenties he had made between $2million and $3million (£1.2 million and £1.8 million) as a con man. His story is now being told in a film directed by Steven Spielberg; his character is played by Leonardo DiCaprio.
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Une valise a ses cotés - Today's Grey Literature
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From the house of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs comesThe Air Quality Strategy for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland: Addendum which introduces tighter objectives for particles, benzene and carbon monoxide and a new objective for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

The Department for Transport have produced Transport Statistics Bulletin Road Casualties in Great Britain Main Results: 2001 (Provisional) providing estimates of personal injury road accidents and their casualties. The introduction of this series enables emerging road casualty trends to be identified throughout the year.
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Une valise a ses cotés - Today's Grey Literature
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The Department for Transport's 'Antidepressants and Road Safety: A literature review and commentary' provides a review and commentary of the literature on anti-depressants and driving safety.

Caring for the planet, the Cabinet Office have issued 'Assessment of Technological Options to Address Climate Change' which reviews the technical potential of low-carbon technologies to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by the middle of the century. It looks at the current and future costs of different technologies, and their suitability in different regions of the world.



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La valise est perdue parmi des étrangers - Grey Literature We Missed
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Perhaps our biggest bit of grey literature that we've missed in the last month or so is Lord Laming's 'Victoria Climbie inquiry: final report'. This report is the result of the inquiry into the death of Victoria Climbie. It looks in depth at the services that had contact with Victoria, and concludes by outlining recommendations for ways in which services can be improved.

The Department of Health have recieved the 'Report to the Department of Health Children's Taskforce from the Maternity and Neonatal Workforce Group: January 2003' which presents the interim work in the process to address the complex workforce issues in the various models of maternity care. They have also produced 'Assisted Conception: Summary of responses received to the donor information consultation', some 237 responses to this consultation and the Government's announcement of proposed changes takes account of these. The key message is that more non-identifying information should be made available about their donors to people conceived as a result of sperm, egg or embryo donation. There is also 'Referrals, Assessments and Children and Young People on Child Protection Registers: Year ending 31 March 2002' which presents statistical data on the number of children on protection registers. Figures are based on statistical returns from all 150 local authorities with social services responsibilities. The Department of Health is introducing a new pay structure and have produced two documents to suport its impementation 'Agenda for Change: Job evaluation handbook' which details the NHS Job Evaluation Scheme, the purpose of which is to help ensure that all staff are rewarded fairly, and ensure that the NHS respects the principles of equal pay for work of equal value. They have also issued 'Agenda for Change: Proposed agreement on modern pay and conditions for NHS staff' which sets out the proposed agreement between the UK Health Departments, NHS Confederation, Unions and Professional Bodies to modernise the NHS pay system. The 'Gene Therapy Advisory Committee Eighth Annual Report' which sets out the work of the Gene Therapy Advisory Committee from January 2001 to December 2001.

The Health Development Agency have produced 'Health equity audit made simple: a briefing for primary care trusts and local strategic partnerships:working document January 2003'. Health equity audit is now a requirement set out in the new NHS Planning and Priorities Framework 2003-06 and will inform the implementation of local delivery plans, community strategies and local neighbourhood renewal strategies. This briefing is intended to provide practical support to Primary Care Trusts working with partners in the NHS and local strategic partnerships to undertake health equity audits.

The Department for Education and Skills have produced 'Connecting communities to the internet: evaluation of the wired up communities programme' which details research on implementation and the seven pilot projects set up. Each project sought to provide information communications technology to enable home access to the internet and to develop associated services to help to overcome barriers to use of the internet. A research brief is available here which summarises the 190 pages of the research report in 5 pages.

From the Home Office comes 'National Probation Service Performance Report Six: December 2002'. The National Probation Service (NPS) was formed on 1 April 2001 under the Criminal Justice and Court Services Act. This report contains high level reports on the change programme, 'A New Choreography'. Also produced:
'National Probation Service performance report five: September 2002',
'National Probation Service performance report four: year ending 2001-02, June 2002',
'National Probation Service performance report three: March 2002',
'National Probation Service performance report two: February 2002',
'National Probation Service performance report one: January 2002'.
They have also produced 'Sexual offenders: measuring reconviction, reoffending and recidivism' a report on the relationship between sexual reconviction and the actual level of offence-related sexual behaviour which was assessed using a sample of sexual offenders in England and Wales. The relationship between the different outcomes was investigated.

The Office for National Statistics have produced 'The Level of highest qualification held by young people and adults: England 2002' which presents major statistics on the level of highest qualification held by people who are of working age in England. Statistics for a variety of attainment levels are given as well as comparisons across all UK counties. They are also responsible for 'Community Care Statistics 2001-02: Referrals, Assessments and Packages of Care for Adults - Report of findings from the second year' which presents information from the second proper year of the data collection from the Referrals, Assessments and Packages of Care project for adults (RAP). The statistical bulletin 'Children Accommodated in Secure Units, year ending 31 March 2002: England and Wales' presents statistics on children and young people under 18 years of age, accommodated in secure units maintained by councils with social services responsibilities, in England and Wales, at 31 March 2002.
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Department ofr Health 'Discharge from hospital: pathway, process and practice' explains effective hospital discharges can only be achieved when there is good joint working between the NHS, local authorities, housing organisations, primary care and the independent and voluntary sectors in the commissioning and delivery of services including a clear understanding of respective services. Without this the diverse needs of local communities and individuals cannot be met. They have also produced 'Good Medical Practice for Doctors providing Primary Care Services in Prison' offering detailed advice for those doctors working in the context of prison health care. The advice is in addition to that found in the fundamental guides 'Good Medical Practice' and 'Good Medical Practice for General Practitioners'. In terms of HR and pay in relation to medical staff the 'Review body on Doctors' and Dentists' renumeration: written evidence from the Health Departments of Great Britain' comprises evidence from the English, Scottish and Welsh health departments to the Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Renumeration (DDRB). It informs the DDRB of the Government's actions and intentions regarding the pay and service conditions of Hospital and Community Health Service Medical and Dental Staff.

Frome the Home Office come 'Crime in England and Wales: Quarterly update - Twelve months to September 2002' which looks at trends in crime in England and Wales and the weightier 'Crime in England and Wales 2001-02: Supplementary volume' which is published as a result of the 'Crime in England and Wales 2001-02' which brought together information from police-recorded crime statistics and the British Crime Survey to give a better picture of crime than can be obtained from either series alone. However, combining two major publications meant it was necessary to publish the more detailed information previously included elsewhere. For a picture of the nature of personal robbery, the characteristics of victims, offenders and the robbery event itself with the aim of improving understanding of, and responses to, personal robbery, look no further than 'The nature of personal robbery'. Just in case you were worried its findings had gone to waste 'Tackling personal robbery: lessons learnt from the police and community partnerships' reports the findings of a review to examine the effectiveness of both operational policing, and partnership led initiatives and strategies, designed to reduce the incidence of personal robbery. For those of a more violent disposition 'Reducing Homicide: a review of the possibilities' explores the potential for reducing homicide in the UK. It draws upon data from the Homicide Index, international research on homicide, and the general crime reduction literature. It is also available in a shortened version 'Reducing Homicide: Summary of a review of the possibilities'.

The Countryside Agency have produced 'Stimulating entrepreneurial activity in market towns and areas of outstanding natural beauty' which summarises an investigation into the distinctions between entrepreneurship and business development, developing entrepreneurship in communities and devising measures and indicators in this area. They are also responsible for 'Information Communication Technology (ICT) and rural inclusion' which summarises the findings of a study examining the impact of information communication technology on social exclusion in rural areas. It suggests that rural areas are suffering from a defecit in advanced communications infrastructure.

The Department for Education and Skills have published 'Supporting Access to Information Communications Technology for Black and Minority Ethnic Groups in Deprived Areas: Approaches to good practice - Research report' and 'Supporting Access to Information Communications Technology for Black and Minority Ethnic Groups in Deprived Areas: Approaches to good practice - Research brief' which presents the findings of a project which had two main objectives: to study a number of existing community projects which already provide information communications technology (ICT) access and services including training to ethnic minority groups; and to assess the role of community leaders or champions in increasing the usage and uptake of ICT by ethnic minority populations. The white paper 'The future of higher education' sets out the Government's plans for radical reform and investment in universities and higher education colleges. It includes proposals for changes in the student finance system, and plans for making higher education more accessible to more young people. The 'Executive Summary' may provide briefer reading.
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Evil Edna's Corner - Broadcast Health for Next Week
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Health Matters Mon 3 Feb, 20:05 - 20:30
BBC World Service

Four-part series presented by Andrew Luck-Baker, looking at the impact the most prevalent animal diseases have on humans, and at what scientists, vets and farmers are doing in the battle against them.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/h_matters_sci.shtml
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Health Matters Tue 4 Feb, 02:05 - 02:30
BBC World Service

Four-part series presented by Andrew Luck-Baker, looking at the impact the most prevalent animal diseases have on humans, and at what scientists, vets and farmers are doing in the battle against them.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/h_matters_sci.shtml
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Health Matters Tue 4 Feb, 15:05 - 15:30
BBC World Service

News and features about health, medicine and fitness.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/h_matters_sci.shtml
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Case Notes Tue 4 Feb, 21:00 - 21:30
BBC Radio 4 FM

Steroids are used to treat many medical conditions, from eczema to cancer. Graham Easton explores the advantages and disadvantages of one of modern medicine's most powerful tools. [Rptd Wed 4.30pm]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/casenotes.shtml
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Health Matters Wed 5 Feb, 10:05 - 10:30
BBC World Service

Four-part series presented by Andrew Luck-Baker, looking at the impact the most prevalent animal diseases have on humans, and at what scientists, vets and farmers are doing in the battle against them.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/h_matters_sci.shtml
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Case Notes Wed 5 Feb, 16:30 - 17:00
BBC Radio 4 FM

Steroids are used to treat many medical conditions, from eczema to cancer. Graham Easton explores the advantages and disadvantages of one of modern medicine's most powerful tools. [Rpt of Tues 9.00pm]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/casenotes.shtml
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Children's Hospital Wed 5 Feb, 19:00 - 19:30
BBC One

A mother worries about her baby having a facial abnormality, 15 year old Amy has surgery to help reduce the number of epileptic fits she suffers, and 8 year old James hears for the first time. W/S.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/ch/
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Check Up Thu 6 Feb, 15:00 - 15:30
BBC Radio 4 FM

Barbara Myers presents a health phone-in on Parkinson's Disease Call 08700 100 444 [national rates] or email checkup@bbc.co.uk. Includes a Radio 4 Appeal at 3.25pm [Rpt of Sun 7.55am].
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/checkup.shtml
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Campaigning For Health Fri 7 Feb, 04:30 - 04:45
BBC World Service

Dee Palmer looks at the ways health care professionals try to give us the information we need. She also discovers how health campaigns are targeted and planned.
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Sunday Surgery Sun 9 Feb, 21:00 - 23:00
BBC Radio 1

Emma B and Dr Mark Hamilton with help and advice on listeners' dilemmas. Call 08700 100 100 [national rates], or call free on 0800 110 100 to speak to someone off air.

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Agencies drain NHS cash

As more nurses go private to benefit from flexible hours and higher pay, the £600m cost to hospitals is sucking in cash earmarked for NHS reforms.

The Observer 02/02/03
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Blunkett: Immigration - results will take time

David Blunkett has privately admitted he cannot stem the influx of asylum-seekers despite intense pressure to do so from Downing Street.

The Independent 02/02/03
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'Brain damage link' to child anaesthetics

Drugs used regularly to anaesthetise children for surgery have been found to cause brain damage in rats, research has claimed.

BBC Health 01/02/03
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Cannabis economy brings in £11bn

Cannabis smokers just want to stay on the sofa and snack, spending hours engrossed in home entertainment. Red Bull and smoothies, 'Munchie' snacks such as Mars bars and Haribo jellies. Pizza chains. Video stores. Games consoles. Multichannel TV. And what scares them... Shiny, noisy places with too many choices such as Starbucks and McDonald's High-alcohol drinks and strong lagers such as Stella Artois Pubs with bouncers on the door: Businesses alerted to huge profits as study shows dope users have money to burn.

The Observer 02/02/03
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Doctors perform jaw transplant

Surgeons in Italy have carried out the world's first ever whole jaw transplant.

BBC Health 02/02/03
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Helping underage smokers to quit in Knowsley

Emma Hughes quit smoking two months. Aged 15, she had been smoking for the past two years.

BBC Health 01/02/03
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KPMG under fire over £400m hospital sell-off

Health Secretary Alan Milburn is coming under pressure to block a flagship £400m sale of 120 former NHS hospitals and asylums in a deal which MPs fear could see the taxpayer lose out by £100m.

The Observer 02/02/03
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Mentally ill at risk of violent abuse

Mentally ill people living in the community are twice as likely as members of the general public to be the target of violent abuse.

The Independent 02/02/03
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On the asylum frontline

As the political and media furore around asylum grows, an asylum advice worker with Refugee Action gives a personal insight into what life is really like on the front line of advice work with vulnerable asylum seekers in Southampton.

The Observer 02/02/03
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Sally Clark: 'There are no winners here. We have all lost out'

Freed after being wrongfully convicted of killing her babies, she just wants to rebuild her family life.

The Independent 02/02/03
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Secret of cancer's 'eternal youth'

Scientists have found a switch that flicks cancer cells into a Peter Pan mode where they never grow old and can live forever.

BBC Health 01/02/03
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South Africa heeds calls for free anti-Aids drugs

Mbeki backs off bitter debate over HIV link as pharmaceutical giant agrees to slash its prices.

The Observer 02/02/03
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Sperm act like guided missiles

Researchers in Israel have found that sperm use heat sensors to find their target, namely the female egg.

BBC Health 01/02/03
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Surgical hope for inherited anaemia

Removing most of the spleen could help children suffering from inherited blood disorders, say researchers in the US.

BBC Health 02/02/03
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Thalidomide 'can help fight cancer'

Doctors have found more evidence that the controversial drug thalidomide could help fight cancer.

BBC Health 02/02/03
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The forgotten children

Each time a child is murdered by a carer, a utilitarian test gets applied. Will he or she have died in vain? This banal question suggests public horror can be assuaged if a victim's torture is sublimated into some formula to serve the greater good.

The Observer 02/02/03
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The high cost of eating disorders

Diana Shaw's parents spent £25,000 helping her cope with her anorexia and binge eating, as a result of NHS waiting lists.

BBC Health 01/02/02
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'Treatment ban' for violent patients

Violent patients who attack NHS staff could be refused treatment by health chiefs under new guidelines from the Scottish Executive.

BBC Health 01/02/03
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