Friday, April 10, 2026

Why weight-loss jabs work better for some people than others

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.

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Weight-loss jabs will be offered on NHS for people at risk of further heart attacks

More than a million people in England will start being offered the anti-obesity jab for better heart health and to avoid strokes.

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Thursday, April 9, 2026

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Aimee Oliver's problems began in her 20s following the birth of her first child.

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Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Aimee Oliver never imagined that giving birth would ultimately cause her to need surgery for incontinence.

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss

Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Researchers look into island's health benefits

The team aims to find out what it is about the Isle of Wight that makes people feel better.

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Resident doctors 'want pay we think we're worth'

A West Midlands union committee co-chair says a narrative doctors are really well paid is not true.

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