News Fresh Today: June 2019

Sunday 30 June 2019

Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate

Their heartrending story shifted perceptions on medical cannabis - but, they argue, not far enough. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RITJt2

Thursday 27 June 2019

Prosthetic limbs: An invention for amputees in the developing world

It's high-tech, it's cheap, and it's been designed for amputees in the developing world. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/320FrZk

Smear tests: Actress writes play based on own experiences

Gabrielle wrote a play about her experiences of smear tests so more women can understand how much of a difference they can make. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2YebzGU

'Shocking' fake takeaway sold on Uber Eats

A BBC News team set up a fake takeaway restaurant on Uber Eats and started selling burgers. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2KFaLrm

Wednesday 26 June 2019

Give children 'less sugar and more veg in baby food'

There should be mandatory limits on sugar and parents should offer more bitter vegetables when weaning, a report says. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2ZNtPqT

'Every suggestion' HPV vaccine will cut cervical cancers

There is "every suggestion" HPV vaccination will lead to a fall in cervical cancers, say scientists . via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2FAA5dI

E-cigarettes: How safe are they?

They are much less harmful than smoking, despite a ban on sales of e-cigarettes in one US city. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2YebBhZ

San Francisco becomes first US city to ban e-cigarettes

The US city, home to market leader Juul, is the first to ban sales in-store and from online retailers. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2Ne015o

Tuesday 25 June 2019

Prostate cancer: New urine test hope

The test sorts early cancers according to risk, so many men might be spared over-treatment, researchers say. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2J5G2At

Child obesity drive 'stalled by Brexit'

Slow progress is being made on junk food advertising restrictions and calories labelling, it is claimed. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2FwcvyN

Monday 24 June 2019

Do you know the hygiene hot spots in your home?

Where and when you should be cleaning to avoid infections and illness in your family, according to experts. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2Nb3bXG

Our son took his own life after gambling addiction

Jack Richie started gambling at school and took his own life at 24. His parents say the addiction is 'not unlike a heroin addiction'. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2J3KqzU

Dwarfism drug aims to boost healthy growth

Nine-year-old Sam is taking part in a trial of a new drug researchers hope can boost healthy bone growth. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2X2eu8X

Power and endurance training 'key to all-round fitness'

Blend of strength and endurance training makes team sport players the fittest of all, a study finds. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2J4oKUj

Gambling addiction clinic to help addicts aged 13 to 25

The first National Problem Gambling Clinic, offering support to people aged 13 to 25, is set to open. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2X0fkDi

Residents in care homes 'missing out on dental care'

Inspectors warn care homes and the NHS to do more to look after the teeth of vulnerable residents. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2J94xNo

Sunday 23 June 2019

Shiyenze Khasoha: 'My designs fund my cancer treatment'

Kenyan Shiyenze Khasoha sells clothes she designs to pay for her ovarian cancer treatment. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2KvimJ7

Conor Devine - the Ironman with MS

Conor Devine, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2007, is fighting back against his illness. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2KzlCmu

Saturday 22 June 2019

Postpartum psychosis: 'We take it one day at a time'

Postpartum psychosis meant Kimberley Beavan's baby had to be raised by her grandparents. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2ZGmidc

Family brand terminal illness assessments 'degrading'

Susan Hill had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease when she had "bizarre" benefit claim tests. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2FqElN9

Friday 21 June 2019

Vaccines: Your questions answered

Prof Beate Kampmann answers your questions on vaccines and the risks of not immunising children. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2L5J6z7

Who do you trust for health advice?

Doctors and nurses are the most trusted for advice, but attitudes differ globally, a survey finds. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2WTCo1l

'Living drug' offers hope to terminal blood cancer patients

Doctors say some lymphoma patients are being completely cured in a way "never been seen before". via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2Y60yaC

Thursday 20 June 2019

Inside Italy's war over vaccines

Fake news fuels the anti-vaccine movement and one government's vaccination efforts may be making it worse. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2MW7N3A

Long working hours 'linked to stroke risk'

Working long hours is linked to an increased risk of stroke, researchers say. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2WVmVD8

Stoma bag 'has given me my life back'

Personal trainer Mesha Moinirad shares his experiences of living with a stoma bag to inspire others. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2FmHLQT

'My bulimia was hidden by my normal weight'

Lee Donald says eating disorders can go unnoticed because too many associate them with being underweight. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2WTXVar

Tory leadership: How much has social care been cut?

During a live debate, Jeremy Hunt suggested cuts in social care had gone too far. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2Xw39h2

Wednesday 19 June 2019

MMR Vaccine: 'I was told why did you vaccinate your child?'

With measles cases on the rise in UK, Dr Aayesha Hassan is fighting misinformation and distrust within the Somali community. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2XmaQpF

PMQs: Tonia Antoniazzi asks PM about medical cannabis

A Labour MP asks the prime minister why families are still waiting for medical cannabis to treat children with severe epilepsy. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2XWcD1H

Sickle cell disease: 'I told mates I was in a crash, but it was a stroke'

Daniel Nwosu, 22, has only just revealed to his mates the impact of living with sickle cell disease. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2KXvNAM

What are vaccines, how do they work and why are people sceptical?

Vaccines help save the lives of millions a year. This is how they came about - and why they matter. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2IRpwnK

‘I got lockjaw thanks to my mum’

Meredith's mother stopped her having vaccinations - so eventually she got some nasty illnesses. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/31BR1u1

Tuesday 18 June 2019

Pregnant and obese: The clinic trying to help

A newly opened clinic in Edinburgh is providing specialist care for overweight women and their unborn babies. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2FiRjfR

Immunisation: Why we do it and how 'herd immunity' works

This is how vaccines work, why they’re important and what the phrase “herd immunity” actually means. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2ZrochY

Measles vaccine fears cost me my children

One Filipino mother's worst fears were realised when her unvaccinated children caught measles. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2WOV0j9

Low-income African countries 'pay 30 times more' for drugs

Lack of competition means quality is poor and prices are high, a leading health expert tells the BBC. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/31HjWNl

The 'brutal reality' for alcohol-damaged children

A new support service is launched to help families with children who were exposed to alcohol in the womb. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2IPefnK

Lyme disease has 'dominated' my life

Morven-May MacCallum speaks out as GPs are urged to be vigilant about the infection spread by ticks. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/31HbNs0

The gay men breaking blood donation rules

The men believe who they have sex with should not prevent them from giving blood. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2IPlV9J

Monday 17 June 2019

Danniella Westbrook: Drug-free EastEnders star 'to train as therapist'

Danniella Westbrook says she is drug and alcohol-free for the first time in years. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://healthandfitness1blog.blogspot.com/2019/06/danniella-westbrook-drug-free.html

Divorce likely to put weight on children, study finds

Study compared the weights of children whose parents had broken up with those whose parents had not. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2KnfAFH

Prescription drugs sold illegally in Uganda

The BBC has uncovered evidence that prescription drugs have been taken out of circulation by health workers and sold on illegally. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2XQ0jjP

Sunday 16 June 2019

What personalised medicine could mean for your health

Technology is making it possible to tailor treatments to ever smaller groups of patients. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2WOjp8q

BAME doctors more likely to be investigated than white ones

David Sellu tells his story as BBC figures suggest BAME doctors are proportionally more likely to be investigated than white doctors. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness http://bit.ly/2WJrDyL