People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.
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The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip.
The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
Angie Smith said she has asked brides if they are using slimming jabs after a trend emerged this year.
The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.
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