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Kromek seals £6m HSBC funding for expansion

County Durham's Kromek lands a £6m funding deal with HSBC UK to scale production and fuel R&D in its medical imaging and security detection sectors. Discover the growth plans.

Nottingham hospital A&E evacuated after fire

A fire at Queen's Medical Centre's Emergency Department forced an evacuation on Friday night. The department was fully operational by Saturday afternoon with no casualties.

Arthritis drivers face £1,000 DVLA fine this winter

Motorists with arthritis are being warned they could face a £1,000 fine if they fail to inform the DVLA about their condition, especially as cold weather worsens symptoms. Check the rules now.

Diabetes Drug Trial for Aneurysms in UK

A major UK trial is investigating if metformin, a cheap diabetes medication, can stop the growth of deadly abdominal aortic aneurysms, offering new hope to thousands of patients.

Use NHS 111, Not A&E, for Urgent Dental Problems

Health leaders in mid and south Essex urge residents to call NHS 111 for urgent dental appointments, avoiding busy emergency departments. New direct booking system speeds up access to care.

Use NHS 111, Not A&E, for Urgent Dental Problems

Health leaders in mid and south Essex advise calling NHS 111 for urgent dental issues like severe toothache. New direct booking system provides faster access to 700,000 extra appointments nationwide.

Driver dies in Moseley medical emergency

A male driver has died following a medical emergency in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services rushed to Wake Green Road but could not save him. Read the full story.

Driver dies in Birmingham medical emergency

A male driver has died following a medical emergency on Wake Green Road in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services were called at 7.28am on December 22. Read the full story.

NHS Doctor Warns of Rising Medical Scams

BBC's Dr Punam Krishan warns about a surge in fake GP calls, AI doctor deepfakes and fraudulent online pharmacies. Learn how to protect yourself from these health scams.

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