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Medical records of tiger victim inappropriately accessed, ambulance service says
Medical records relating to a man mauled to death by a tiger were either inappropriately accessed or attempts were made to do so, an ambulance service has said.
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Hundreds set to light up Harrogate's Moonlight Glow Walk
More than 400 people have signed up for Saint Michael's Hospice's Moonlight Glow Walk in Harrogate tomorrow (Saturday).
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The eye condition that may signal dementia years before memory begins to fail
Researchers find retinopathy can’t simply coexist with cognitive decline but must precede it
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Whitby councillors resign amid investigation into their conduct
Two of the councillors who resigned are accused of "sustained inappropriate conduct".
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I work in the NHS and Malawi – we need to urgently rethink how we see health spending
I have been struck by a recurring challenge, writes Charity Gladstone. We have evidence, expertise and innovative solutions, but are we prepared to change how we invest, who we listen to and who gets to make decisions?
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Professor shares 'most important thing to do' when someone is grieving
Dr Lesel Dawson, co-director of Good Grief Weston, says avoiding grief is not a good way to cope.
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I'm not happy about this Pokemon-themed Razer mouse
I hope it's not legit.
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Tiger attack victim had experienced previous bouts of psychosis, inquest hears
The family of a man who was killed by a tiger at a wildlife park have expressed concerns about his contact with mental health services leading up to his death, an inquest opening has heard.
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'I nearly died but liver transplant is giving me chance to take life by the horns'
Laura Reid speaks to three remarkable individuals from North Yorkshire who have recently been recognised for their contribution to local communities.
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Formula 1: The pit stop that helped save lives
How an F1 pit stop inspired changes to hospital care that have helped save lives ever since.
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Mum in 'utter fear' after home on Kinninvie crossroads hit three times in six years
A woman says she is living in "utter fear" after a car smashed into her home for the third time in six years leaving her convinced it is only a matter of time before someone is killed.
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How our Sheffield school gets pupils to say thank you and why we need to make room for gratitude in schools - Joanna Crewe
We rightly want young people to become confident communicators. We want them to speak up, express themselves and build strong relationships. But how often do we give them the opportunity to stand in front of their peers and say something genuinely positive about another person?
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Rapist subjected woman to years of 'horrifying abuse' and assaulted child
A Keighley man who repeatedly raped and abused a woman over seven years has been jailed for 13 years.
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Teachers doubt Scotland can meet 2030 child poverty target amid rising pupil hardship
Scottish teachers report rising child poverty, hunger and financial stress among pupils, while only 34 trust ministers to meet 2030 targets.
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Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson sentenced to 15 years for child sexual abuse – latest updates
Ex-leader deserves ‘every day of lengthy sentence,’ says DUP
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CPR hero cut off woman's bra to save her life
Peter McLauglin saved a woman’s life after cutting off her bra to perform CPR
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Twisteddoodles on life before the study began...
This week's cartoon from Twisteddoodles
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Smoking may affect fertility in both men and women, new study finds
Scientists said the study could help us understand the links between smoking and infertility
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Sentencing delayed for man who admitted trying to meet 14-year-old girl for sex
Tomasz Kowalczyk’s sentencing at Teesside Crown Court was delayed until November 30 after he admitted trying to meet a 14-year-old girl for sex in court.
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Our money should be spent on making the NHS actually work properly - Sarah Todd
These ramblings shouldn’t get too personal but every so often something happens that is perhaps worth reflecting on within these column inches.
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Mum-of-two speaks of the two big advantages boosting her life since she quit smoking
A mother-of-two has shared how quitting smoking has transformed her health and daily life.
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Darlington Lions raise record £50,000 for more than 30 local good causes
Darlington Lions raise nearly £50,000 for 30 good causes, including £5,000 for The Listening Post’s youth mental health support in Darlington schools.
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‘Friends for life’: Horsforth scheme celebrates 30 years of community
A COMMUNITY support scheme is celebrating 30 years of helping older people stay connected.
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How to equip ambers in Valor Mortis
Slot these rare gems to gain passive bonuses and abilities.
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Brain training shows promise for short-term depression relief
Training that encourages people to alter their brain's activity seems to reduce negative emotions among people with depression, but not in the way researchers expected
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How to complete The Emissary in Valor Mortis
Find a way to get past the poison clouds.
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How to complete The Scarecrow in Valor Mortis
Track down the unfortunate man's missing possessions.
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I thought I had these 3 retirement topics figured out. Here’s why I changed my mind
Lessons for retirees and preretirees on target-date funds, TIPS funds, and asking for help
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More award success for East Yorkshire pie man
Pocklington pie man Dan Leaver is enjoying repeated award success.
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More award success for East Yorkshire pie man
Pocklington pie man Dan Leaver is enjoying repeated award success.
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Former smoker thanks council in helping him quit after 65 years
An inspirational local resident has thanked our stop smoking service after successfully quitting the habit he had for more than six decades, improving his health and saving £200 a month.
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Christmas Star Appeal returns to honour loved ones and support worthy causes
Christmas Star Appeal returns to honour loved ones and support worthy causes
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Women’s autoimmune symptoms more likely to be dismissed as psychological, study finds
Female patients also endure longer delays in receiving a formal diagnosis when compared with men, research suggests
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I don't know what Rick and Morty's about but I have turned GTA 5 into its perfect replica
You need to have a very high IQ to understand Grand Theft Auto.
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Appeal after woman approached by man near Harrogate hospital
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was approached by a man who repeatedly asked for her personal contact details in Harrogate.
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Can My DNA Tell Me How to Exercise? I Tried AlterMe to Find Out
Six months with AlterMe’s smart ring and a fitness app helped me build better habits, but the genetic insights were less revealing than I’d hoped.
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Brits still aren't comfortable handing over too much control to AI
No, let me drive
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Why are so many four-year-olds not potty-trained before school?
A third of school starters in the West Midlands last year were not toilet-trained, a survey suggests.
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Durham man rebuilds life and helps others through NHS recovery
Durham man Simon, 43, turns 14 years in mental health services into hope as a peer practitioner for Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.
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Walker taking on 109-mile challenge in aid of condition that changed family's life
A Thirsk walker is tackling 109 miles of moorland and coastline to raise awareness of a condition that changed his family’s life.
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Queen reflects on reading 'forbidden' Lady Chatterley's Lover under the pillow
In BBC documentary The Book That Changed My Life, the Queen speaks about memorable moments in her own reading.
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I visited my first pumpkin patch in an attempt to reignite my Halloween spirit
Visiting a pumpkin patch is something I have always wanted to do, but for some reason never got round to doing. So I changed that this year.
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What happens when you grow up not knowing your family medical history?
People who have been adopted or are in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which could be crucial to their own health.
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'I don't get the feeling of handwriting at all from it': Microsoft's new Word font is based on Michelangelo's penmanship, but not everyone's a fan
Ever wanted to write like Michelangelo? New font will make your wish come true — up to a point
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Experts identify three factors harming young people’s mental health
A professor has warned of a ‘turning point’ that society must address as more young people feel ‘they’re going to have a future that’s less hopeful than their parents’
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NHS England mental health services review: what has it found and what does it recommend?
Prof Peter Fonagy’s 607-page report is categoric that mental distress has increased substantially and ‘cannot be explained by greater awareness alone’
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No ‘snowflakes’: mental health review says today’s youth have it harder and harms are real
Peter Fonagy lauds courage of young people and warns of consequences of rising prevalence of mental illness
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What would make your life easier? Martin Lewis asks public for ‘small ideas’ to improve UK
Finance expert launches Small Ideas Initiative to gather ‘practical, low-cost’ ideas to put before cross-party panel
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'This is a first for us': Attackers uses poem to infect thousands of servers with malware
Someone's been reading too much Dan Brown
