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Treat eating disorders as an emergency, MPs urge22 Jan 2025 00:55The alarming rise in disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is now an emergency, a cross-party group says.
Man had unnecessary chemotherapy for 14 years22 Jan 2025 09:32His lawyers say his case is "just the tip of the iceberg" and 12 other patients may be affected.
'Filming me sleep on ward made my mental health worse'22 Jan 2025 06:22Former mental health patients are worried camera surveillance is being used without explicit consent.
Host of hospital builds delayed by up to 14 years20 Jan 2025 17:52Ministers say previous government promise for 40 new hospitals by 2030 was undeliverable.
US exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear21 Jan 2025 12:58Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic.
Weight-loss drugs may boost health in many ways20 Jan 2025 16:01New weight-loss drugs have broad health benefits but also come with risks, researchers warn.

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