Health & Fitness
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Darlington singer who swapped gigs for beauty therapy shortlisted for award
A professional singer who swapped a life of late-night gigs for massages and mindfulness has been named a finalist in The Northern Echo's Best…
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Mental health under scrutiny: Spain lags Europe in psychologists, pay or wait
With six clinical psychologists per 100,000 people, against nearly 18 in Europe, regular therapy in Spain is out of reach for many; the alternative is costly private care.
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Swimmers light up North Yorkshire lake at sunset for children's cancer charity
Swimmers lit up the water at Ellerton Lake in a special sunset swim to raise money for children’s cancer.
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Mother issues appeal for stem cell donor to save baby after teething misdiagnosis
Reuben was diagnosed with leukaemia at 10 months old after his initial symptoms were mistaken for teething and tonsillitis
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Fresh hope for diabetics as new drug helps them shed a quarter of their bodyweight
The large-scale trial took place across 92 sites in eight countries
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Supplements costing hundreds of pounds a year no better than 6p options – Which?
Many supplements marketed at perimenopausal and menopausal women are overpriced and lack meaningful doses of key nutrients, Which? found.
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Menopause supplements costing hundreds no better than 6p multivitamins, Which? finds
Supplements aimed at menopausal women that cost hundreds of pounds annually are no better than standard 6p daily multivitamins, according to a consumer watchdog.
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The life-threatening dangers of long flu — from diabetes risk to brain inflammation
It’s believed that around three to five percent of people who get the flu may develop longterm symptoms
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ChatGPT may have helped save a man having a stroke, and this is exactly how I want AI health advice to work
ChatGPT doesn't need to replace your doctor to potentially help save your life
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What's next for one of UK's largest regeneration schemes
The next steps for one of the largest regeneration projects in the UK have been unveiled.
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What's next for one of UK's largest regeneration schemes
The next steps for one of the largest regeneration projects in the UK have been unveiled.
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York Central - What next for one of UK's largest regeneration schemes
THE next steps for one of the largest regeneration projects in the UK which is happening in York have been unveiled. Two parcels of land, in Upper St Paul’s Terrace and the Fermetol Trading Estate off Leeman Road, are set to be sold under...
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Prince William and Catherine's surprise visit to Kevin Sinfield's charity run
The rugby league star is on the third day of his endurance challenge to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease charities.
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After 10 days with the Apple Watch Series 12, I'm disturbed by one 'slightly off' reading
After more than a week of wearing the Apple Watch Series 12, I've learned at least one surprising thing about my health.
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Budget-friendly fiber options to help protect you from heart attacks and strokes
Fiber helps protect us from life-threatening cardiovascular events, but, reports Julia Musto, you don’t need to break the bank to get it in your daily diet
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Jeremy Clarkson's Porsche recalled immediately over safety fears
Clarkson's Farm and Top Gear star Jeremy Clarkson's Porsche has been recalled immediately over safety fears.
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Popular Whitby hotel receives one-star food hygiene rating after inspection
The highly regarded Whitby Inn and B&B - The White House Hotel- has scored one star for food hygiene, meaning major improvement necessary.
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Body found during search for missing York woman
A body has been found during the search for a missing York woman in East Yorkshire.
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What nutritionists say to buy if you want to avoid ultra-processed foods
Ultra-processed foods have been linked to poor health, including an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, cancer and early death
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The Beats 360 Has Your Back in the Gym, but Lets You Down Elsewhere
Beats’ customizable over-ear headphones are sweat-resistant and offer great noise cancellation for workouts, but there are stronger options for everyday use.
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North East mental health hub founders win High Sheriff’s awards for voluntary service
Hartlepool charity founders Trevor Sherwood and Angela Arnold win High Sheriff’s awards for LilyAnne’s mental health hub supporting 2,500 people…
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New AI test can diagnose diabetes in seconds by spotting these two vocal symptoms
The standard diagnosis for type 2 diabetes currently relies on a blood test
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Body found during search for missing York woman
A body has been found during the search for a missing York woman in East Yorkshire.
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OpenAI apologises for hacking Australian health data
American tech company claims no evidence so far of breach compromising medical records
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County Durham healthcare workers in dragon boat race for Sir Bobby Robson Foundation
County Durham healthcare workers raised £2,359 for Sir Bobby Robson Foundation at Newcastle Dragon Boat Race, supporting cancer care across North…
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Politician beaten to death after radio interview promoting Ebola awareness
The deadly disease has killed nearly 4,000 people since May as the DRC struggles with a shortage of healthcare workers
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Runners for Great North Run raise over £17,000 Yorkshire Air Ambulance
Runners taking on this year's Great North Run have raised more than £17,000 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
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North Wales Police search for mother after body of baby found in Bangor
The body of the newborn was found near Siliwen Road near the Menai Strait on Sunday.
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Popular Whitby hotel receives one-star food hygiene rating after inspection
The highly regarded Whitby Inn and B&B - The White House Hotel- has scored one star for food hygiene, meaning major improvement necessary.
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Bradford gym named finalist for prestigious national fitness award
A Bradford gym has been shortlisted for a national fitness award
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Storms are intensifying as temperatures rise. Which countries are most at risk?
From colour-blindness to women’s clothing, early warning systems must ensure no one is left behind. “Climate change is making storms more intense, dangerous, shifting their paths, and putting more and more people within their reach,”...
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West Yorkshire family speaks out after baby’s shock leukaemia diagnosis
A FAMILY is raising awareness of childhood cancer after their baby was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukaemia
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Could psychedelic therapy become NHS treatment for mental health?
Could hallucinogenic drugs become part of mainstream NHS care to treat depression?
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'Every day is a blessing' - Darlington salon owner shortlisted for Echo beauty award
A Darlington salon owner has been recognised in the Northern Echo Best Beauty Salon Awards after being named a finalist for the third year running.
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How AI could help screen for type 2 diabetes in seconds
Standard diagnosis for type 2 diabetes currently relies on a blood test
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Major breakthrough in treatment for ultra-rare 'second skeleton' disease
Patients grow extra bones where they don’t belong, including within muscles and tendons
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Trinity Leeds sees big name shut at shopping centre
It isn't all bad news though
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Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health
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Researchers find prostate cancer treatment that is ‘as effective as’ surgery
New data suggests some patients can have a highly targeted form of radiotherapy instead of having their whole prostate removed
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Immigrants plug Germany's crucial work shortages from kitchens to hospitals
More than half of cooks in Germany had an immigration background in 2025, as well as about a third of all nurses and dental assistants.
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North Yorkshire manager admitted to hospital with 'personal' medical issue
Lee Bullock, manager of Whitby Town Football Club, has been admitted to hospital with a "personal" medical issue, his club has said.
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When in doubt, can it out: Tips from experts on ensuring a fiber sufficient diet
Fiber helps protect us from life-threatening cardiovascular events, but, reports Julia Musto, you don’t need to break the bank to get it in your daily diet
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Inside the mega £1.2m Hartlepool home with six bedrooms, cinema room and private spa
A six-bedroom detached Hartlepool home is on the market for £1.2m, with gym, spa, cinema room, sauna, swim spa, outdoor kitchen, triple garage and…
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Harrogate pupils uncover school's past as Victorian hospital
Children at St Peter's CE Primary School in Harrogate have been exploring their classrooms' former life as hospital wards.
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North Yorkshire manager admitted to hospital with 'personal' medical issue
Lee Bullock, manager of Whitby Town Football Club, has been admitted to hospital with a "personal" medical issue, his club has said.
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Why is this monster El Niño so strong?
Though the El Niño is still months from its peak, it is already breaking many records. Two main factors are behind how it became so powerful
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Larissa Waters steps down as Greens leader due to ill health
Ballot for new leader expected next week after Waters quits to manage pre-existing kidney disease that has ‘declined significantly’
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Australian woman who helped terminally ill husband die avoids further jail time
Kylie Ellina Truswell-Mobbs receives suspended two-year sentence after court accepts she acted out of compassion
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People with Down syndrome and other disabilities find their rhythm in Indiana dance program
There's a program in Indiana for people with physical or intellectual disabilities to learn how to dance
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County Durham man beat dog then dumped body on wasteland 'for foxes to eat'
A County Durham man who threw his dead dog over a wall so "foxes could eat it" has been banned from keeping animals for life.
