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Prostate cancer trial: Radiotherapy doses can be cut safely

Doses for men could be reduced from the current 20 or so to around five, a trial suggests. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/ZqTkWVa via IFTTT

Nottingham University Hospitals Trust failed to send 400,000 letters

An investigation by Nottingham University Hospitals Trust uncovered the scale of the issue. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/yuHgZzm via IFTTT

Apple to buck layoff trend by hiring UK AI staff

The tech giant's chief executive, Tim Cook, said he expects to increase investment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ShDuAsL via IFTTT

NHS dentist targets vulnerable in pilot scheme in Cornwall

A pilot project aims to focus the practice's limited NHS capacity on people with the greatest need. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/r30GnKo via IFTTT

Winchester consultant Martyn Pitman 'victimised over hospital concerns'

Martyn Pitman claims he was dismissed for raising concerns about midwifery care at a hospital. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/siAqeUN via IFTTT

Covid inquiry: What is it investigating and how does it work?

The second round of public hearings examining the UK's handling of the pandemic starts on 3 October. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/ZVPYN67 via IFTTT

The self-driving trucks that are deliberately crashed

A maker of autonomous lorries is using AI software to prang computerised versions of the vehicles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/c8xJgAX via IFTTT

ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/lpTRD2G via IFTTT

Meta announces AI chatbots with "personality"

At Meta's first in-person event since before the pandemic, Mark Zuckerberg announced his AI plans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/en4YSxk via IFTTT

University Hospitals Birmingham: Half of staff felt bullied

Some staff at University Hospitals Birmingham say they feared complaining would only make things worse. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/58jVUeo via IFTTT

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust admits failures over deaths

Christie Harnett, 17, and another woman took their own lives at separate hospitals in Middlesbrough. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/MhHcfzv via IFTTT

UK's first consumption room for illegal drugs given go-ahead

It will involve users taking their own illegal drugs in a hygienic environment under supervision. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/8lCdce1 via IFTTT

Hollywood writers agree to end five-month strike after studio deal

They can return to work while they vote on whether to approve a three-year deal that offers pay rises. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/hRv7zEx via IFTTT

UK-produced pandemic flu vaccine deal agreed by government

The UK Health Security Agency's agreement enables the production of millions of influenza vaccines. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/YgkR7pc via IFTTT

Addenbrooke's Hospital children's bone marrow transplant service opens

Will Grocott, 15, is the first to receive treatment from the service at Addenbrooke's Hospital. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/y9d1Ymn via IFTTT

Breast cancer: The Asian survivors tackling taboo in the community

Asian women are being encouraged to push past cultural stigma and get checked for breast cancer. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/A34dEOn via IFTTT

Newcastle Hospitals blames computer error for losing patient letters

The healthcare regulator has sought urgent assurances over patient safety at Newcastle Hospitals. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/NnIZ0w8 via IFTTT

Warning sick days at highest level for decade

Workers are taking more days off due to stress, Covid and the cost-of living crisis, research suggests. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/paLSiuN via IFTTT

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/PW95e7v via IFTTT

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/7kL5iNj via IFTTT

NHS strikes: More than a million appointments cancelled in England

There are calls for both sides to end the doctors' pay row, ahead of joint strike action next week. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/AIKx7ec via IFTTT

The turbo-charged plants that could boost farm output

Researchers are tweaking the photosynthesis process to raise the output of crops like soy, maize and wheat. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/M7PAcUr via IFTTT

How the fall of the 'King of Crypto' cost one British man millions

As Sam Bankman-Fried awaits trial for fraud, his former investors wonder if they will ever recoup their losses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/YN3xwzi via IFTTT

What you need to know about Covid as new variant rises

Hospitalisations have gone up since the summer and a new variant is spreading. Should we be concerned? from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/LwqYDvu via IFTTT

TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/p6i9NKu via IFTTT

Long Covid: MRI scans reveal new clues to symptoms

Further evidence emerges that a serious infection can leave some major organs with long-term damage. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/OF0ibSn via IFTTT

Family of ill teen say they were silenced by courts

The 19-year-old is named as Sudiksha Thirumalesh after legal restrictions are lifted. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/6j3tuOr via IFTTT

Children on Addenbrooke's Hospital wards offered PE lessons

Ella, nine, finds hospital "boring" and loves the lessons which are believed to be a hospital first. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/8qmE2ID via IFTTT

Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next year

Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they pay extra. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/z9pivtE via IFTTT

Microsoft's new Call of Duty deal set for approval

The revised offer "opens the door" to the deal being cleared, the UK competition watchdog says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/qHy2QBF via IFTTT

Girl receives UK's first rejection-free kidney from mum

Doctors reprogrammed eight-year-old Aditi's immune system so she does not need daily anti-rejection drugs. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/tquy1U4 via IFTTT

AI risks destabilising world, deputy PM to tell UN

Oliver Dowden will warn the pace of change could outstrip governments' abilities to make AI safe. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/H9ma7yz via IFTTT

Where Ukraine’s army of amputees go to repair their lives

Orla Guerin visits a hospital and clinic in Ukraine, where 15,000 lost limbs in the first half of 2023. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2oj8NfV via IFTTT

Student's 'freshers' flu' turned out to be meningitis

A student who ignored the symptoms of meningitis urges others to be aware of the signs. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/37fu4ER via IFTTT

Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations

Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life behaviour. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/65qivT1 via IFTTT

Musk start-up Neuralink seeks people for brain-implant trial

The company hopes to help people with paralysis move a cursor, or type, using its brain implant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/RUWmZv4 via IFTTT

Parents in US offered refunds for Fortnite purchases

Parents in the US whose children made unintended in-game purchases will be offered $245m (£198m) in refunds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/adUzY1K via IFTTT

Doctor paid £3,000 for shift as new strike begins

Concern mounts about costs of walkouts in England, as doctors charge premium rates to provide cover. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/Q0sBkOJ via IFTTT

Elon Musk woos world leaders, courting controversy

The billionaire's forays into sensitive geopolitical issues and his global clout have come under scrutiny. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/8ZrFIRl via IFTTT

Government row with Facebook over private messages

The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of Facebook messages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/paeomjB via IFTTT

FTX: 'King of crypto' parents sued over missing millions

The parents of Sam Bankman Fried are being sued by people who lost money when his crypto firm FTX collapsed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/xyMOvdh via IFTTT

What to do if you have Covid: Symptoms, tests and can you go to work or school?

No Covid restrictions are in place across the UK, so how should you manage having it? from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/vDZw5jW via IFTTT

Children on puberty blockers saw mental health change - new analysis

New analysis finds most children had a significant change in their mental health while on the drugs. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/JChsvef via IFTTT

Li-Fraumeni Syndrome: Woman with rare condition given clinical trial hope

Ella Hines, 24, has Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, which increases her chances of getting cancer by 90%. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/aSlBZwy via IFTTT

Hull cataract patient brings legal action over vision loss

John Stabler says the pain he felt after routine surgery was like being hit "with a sledgehammer". from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/Vqzws96 via IFTTT

Double doctors' strike - what you need to know

Consultants and junior doctors in England begin their first joint strike across the NHS in England. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/Gu3crmh via IFTTT

Elon Musk: Social media platform X could go behind paywall

The billionaire suggested the social media platform, now called X, could charge for use of "the system". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/bAdiet7 via IFTTT

Call of Duty Warzone: Does UK esports scene need more live events?

The Call of Duty Warzone world champs were crowned in London at an interesting time for the UK scene. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/uwiHhTM via IFTTT

Disability benefits cost could rocket, report says

The study says action needs to be taken to improve the health of people who are about to retire. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/iZUpTuK via IFTTT

Doctors strike: NHS Gloucestershire warn of disruption

NHS Gloucestershire puts temporary changes in place while members of the BMA union walkout. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/MNOSUde via IFTTT

Kent woman called 999 from hospital over care concerns

Ava Stanley from Higham says she "thought she was going to die" when nurses ignored her heart monitor. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2IC1PcR via IFTTT

Covid: Over-65s called for jabs as hospital cases rise

The online booking system in England has opened and GPs are contacting people eligible to be vaccinated. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/tzX34Ib via IFTTT

Online Safety Bill will have failed if harm not stopped - Ian Russell

Ian Russell says the Online Safety Bill must stop the kind of images his daughter saw before she died. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/sDuL3z9 via IFTTT

Use a condom to avoid gonorrhoea, freshers told

The sexually transmitted infection is at record levels in the UK and students are most at risk. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/k9xOhPV via IFTTT

Apple to update iPhone 12 in France over radiation

Apple will update the phone in France but not elsewhere over what it says is "not a safety concern". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/0KPFYDq via IFTTT

20mph: Wales speed limit sat-nav warning ahead of change

Drivers told follow signs not sat-navs when Wales lowers speed limits in built-up areas from Sunday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/4vMwZbo via IFTTT

Meditate to beat stress blood pressure, say guidelines

There is enough scientific evidence for some less conventional "body and mind" approaches, say experts. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/BHSZszg via IFTTT

Taiwan tells Elon Musk it is 'not for sale'

Mr Musk draws anger from Taipei again for his comments saying the island belongs to China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/otVcHOu via IFTTT

Scientists discover how brain cells die in Alzheimer’s

The findings, which had been a mystery for decades, give new ideas for treating the disease. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/TcDrVCU via IFTTT

NHS waiting list in England rises to record 7.7m

Ministers in England blame strikes for worsening situation as extra £200m set aside for winter. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/QchCsab via IFTTT

England's only antidepressant withdrawal helpline to close

The NHS pulled funding for the service, saying it was never intended to be a national helpline. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/phF9txc via IFTTT

Arm share sale values UK chip designer at more than $54bn

The shares were priced at the top of the range that had been indicated to prospective investors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/rzxhbOR via IFTTT

AI and sound - helping firms build their own 'sonic identity'

Artificial intelligence is assisting companies in developing their own signature sounds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/kScNEMT via IFTTT

New treatment for migraine attacks on NHS to benefit thousands

The treatment has been recommended by health experts and will soon be available on the NHS. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/wyFOlAm via IFTTT

'Overwhelming consensus' to regulate AI, says Elon Musk

The Tesla CEO was among the top tech leaders meeting with US lawmakers to discuss AI governance from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/0msLezj via IFTTT

France sets out plan to ban disposable vapes

France joins several other European countries that are trying to stop children using e-cigarettes. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/MsrXgme via IFTTT

AI quiz: Can you tell which image is real?

Test your skills at spotting AI-generated images with Bitesize's monthly AI quiz. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ZFTdKO3 via IFTTT

Nitrous oxide: MPs approve bill to ban laughing gas possession

Under the law change possessing the drug would carry a sentence of up to two years in prison or a large fine. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/h0mVuMW via IFTTT

MPs to investigate sexual harassment of female surgeons

It comes after women told BBC News of assaults by senior surgical colleagues in the operating theatre. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/9nRp7xf via IFTTT

Google antitrust trial: Tech giant denies abusing power to gain monopoly

In a landmark trial brought by the US government, the tech giant denies using illegal practices to gain a monopoly. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Qs4aBmy via IFTTT

Google trial: US takes on tech giant in landmark case

A landmark trial against the search engine will be a key test of whether the US can rein in the industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/yFxe8uj via IFTTT

Strep B: Mum calls for all pregnant women to be tested

Shannon Doherty spoke out after her baby son, Rían, became critically ill with the infection. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/bnrYND9 via IFTTT

Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels

Combining solar panels and a roof garden is a tricky and costly engineering task. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ZHhWc76 via IFTTT

Martha's rule: Mother to press health secretary on patient rights

Merope Mills, whose daughter's death was preventable, says she will meet Stephen Barclay this week. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/gsipEG0 via IFTTT

Can new Apple iPhone 15 thunder without lightning?

Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 15 later on today without its traditional lightning cable charger. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/8Zin14L via IFTTT

Female surgeons sexually assaulted while operating

Trainees are being abused by senior male surgeons, a major analysis given to the BBC reveals. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/XRYflFx via IFTTT

Dolly the Sheep creator Ian Wilmut dies aged 79

Creating the world's first cloned mammal was arguably one of the greatest scientific achievements of the 20th Century. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/FV5fGCy via IFTTT

Infection expert calls for return of free Covid tests

Prof Rowland Kao said it was important to track the new Covid variant and some people cannot afford the tests. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/8BG3OSK via IFTTT

Bristol Spire Hospital widens investigation into mesh surgeon

The private Spire hospital widens its review of mesh surgeon Tony Dixon's operations. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/If5qNwY via IFTTT

Hospital inspectors probe Nottingham NHS trust over three baby deaths

The Nottingham University Hospitals trust is already facing a police investigation over the deaths. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/TAsO15g via IFTTT

Covid: Care homes and housebound get booster shots in England

The jabs are being given faster than planned in England, because a new variant is spreading in the UK. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/R1SleWD via IFTTT

Covid booster: Who can get another jab this autumn?

Covid vaccine rules are changing, but those most at risk will be offered another jab in the autumn. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/eyozWf8 via IFTTT

Roblox coming to PlayStation 4 and PS5

The popular children's gaming platform has more than 60 million players a day, according to the firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Q6LqKaW via IFTTT

Elon Musk says he withheld Starlink over Crimea to avoid escalation

A senior Ukrainian official says this enabled Russian attacks and accuses him of "committing evil". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/d4PfOg2 via IFTTT

New Covid variant BA.2.86 behind Norfolk care home outbreak

Health officials say it is too early to know whether BA.2.86 is more serious than previous strains. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/R01cbwY via IFTTT

YouTube starts verifying health workers in the UK

The plan will help ensure YouTubers are genuinely qualified to dish out medical information. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/hNFaIRV via IFTTT

Sam Eljamel: Public inquiry to be held into disgraced brain surgeon

Sam Eljamel harmed dozens of patients while working at NHS Tayside, leaving many with life-changing injuries. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/dfAq6v7 via IFTTT

Period trackers to be reviewed over data concerns

Many women are worried about the information they share, the regulator says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Z1edVyM via IFTTT

Nottingham maternity deaths: Police announce criminal inquiry

Police are to investigate deaths at a trust in Nottingham, already the subject of a major review. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/45hdJEy via IFTTT

Google: Political adverts must disclose use of AI

The announcement follows fears AI-generated images and audio are already infiltrating ads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/qHkYzSo via IFTTT

Bleeding disorder: 'I'm trapped in my house and avoid family events'

Sharon Gregg, who bleeds from her nose, eyes and fingernails, calls for understanding of her rare disorder. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/YhcnJEr via IFTTT

How AI may be a powerful tool in treating male infertility

Fertility experts are now using artificial intelligence to help find sperm in medical samples. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/lmrnWoh via IFTTT

Young autistic people dying despite warnings over care

BBC analysis of notices issued by coroners shows repeated failings in the care of autistic people. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/QXR6BIw via IFTTT

Government denies u-turn on encrypted messaging row

The government states that the tech tools for accessing privates messages don't yet exist. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/tCFEAlo via IFTTT

Scientists grow whole model of human embryo, without sperm or egg

The research helps understanding of the earliest moments of life and the reasons behind infertility. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/TB8jRYl via IFTTT

Staffordshire surgeon sought over alleged sexual assaults

Police say they continue to pursue a surgeon after two separate complaints of assault were made. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/KZSeRcV via IFTTT

Turkey surgery warning as mother-of-four dies after gastric sleeve

Shannon Meenan Browse died from malnutrition after gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey 18 months ago. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/9lzkQ8e via IFTTT

Starfield creator on 'choice anxiety', long games and exclusive titles

Todd Howard tells the BBC his team wondered if they 'were in over our heads' when creating the game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/koavKfR via IFTTT

Arm Holdings: Chip giant hopes for market value of more than $50bn

The UK-based firm is courting investors as its listing in the US looks to be the biggest of the year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/x6vqbYV via IFTTT

TikTok opens Dublin data centre to ease China spying fears

There is concern over the video-sharing app's links with China and who accesses its users' data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/rtwNTi9 via IFTTT

NHS ombudsman calls for Martha's rule to give power to patients

Rob Behrens says he was moved by the plea of Merope Mills, who shared the story of her daughter's death. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/ogKV4bD via IFTTT

Sewage: Mum says daughter got E. coli after swimming in polluted sea

Jayne Etherington said her daughter Caitlin fell ill after swimming in the sea off the Welsh coast. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3X9nSj2 via IFTTT

Losing my son to suicide felt like my heart was ripped out

Louise Russell is campaigning for more help and awareness after the death of her son Ciaran. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/xz7cvWr via IFTTT

New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming

In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/lD4Myf7 via IFTTT

Moon base: Bangor scientists design fuel to live in space

An energy source which could sustain life on the Moon for long periods has been designed by researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/dmbOR1z via IFTTT

Stroke survivor: 'A wheelchair will give me freedom'

A family are fundraising for their father after a stroke left him needing cranial surgery. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/587OuoH via IFTTT

Infant leukaemia: Ipswich mother tells of her baby death heartbreak

A mother-of-two from Suffolk says she hopes new research will spare other parents from devastation. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/mXChAM8 via IFTTT

NHS gets limited stock of Wegovy weight-loss jab

Some UK patients could be prescribed the popular shot by specialist NHS weight management services. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/iRHZhop via IFTTT

Martha's rule: Call for right to second opinion after tragic teen death

Martha Mills died just over two years ago after failures by doctors to spot and treat her condition. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/QIefYsJ via IFTTT

Google's search for an AI future as it turns 25

The tech giant celebrates its 25th birthday this month, but faces new threats to its dominance. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/6XeBZY2 via IFTTT

Plans to ban unlicensed Botox providers in England made public

Anyone carrying out cosmetic injections must be trained to do so under strict new proposals. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/CVDPFlf via IFTTT

Lauren Bridges: Out-of-area patient died in 'cry for help', inquest jury finds

Lauren Bridges, 20, died after being moved to a mental health hospital 250 miles from her home. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/31Zxczj via IFTTT

Paris says au revoir to rental e-scooters

The ban comes after a vote in the French capital - but is it democracy in action? from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/fB7iEbQ via IFTTT

X, formerly Twitter, to collect biometric and employment data

The social media firm, formerly Twitter, will gather facial information if premium users give consent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/TzxESXr via IFTTT

Cervical cancer: 'I avoided my smear test - don't avoid yours'

Wendy Clarke is encouraging women to get tested after being diagnosed with terminal cervical cancer. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/Ts1nPZc via IFTTT

Critically ill UK teen in legal fight with NHS

The 19-year-old wants to seek an experimental treatment abroad, but doctors say she needs end-of-life care. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/JkT6Vsc via IFTTT