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Measles holiday warning as cases rise in Europe06 Jun 2025 13:41As the summer holiday season gets going, families are being warned of measles outbreaks in many popular European destinations, with vaccination rates in the UK still far below what experts advise.
Growing number of MPs changing their mind on assisted dying06 Jun 2025 05:22At least a dozen MPs who backed the bill or abstained now say they are likely to vote against it.
Women warned weight-loss jabs may affect the pill05 Jun 2025 14:25Women should use the most effective contraception to avoid pregnancy while taking 'skinny jabs', the drugs regulator says.
Greater awareness behind ADHD surge, study suggests05 Jun 2025 04:56Study found ADHD is not becoming more common, despite a surge in people being diagnosed.
Handwritten notes reveal Churchill's penicillin concern ahead of D-Day06 Jun 2025 01:17Handwritten notes show the wartime prime minister's frustration over slow penicillin production.
First bacteria we ever meet can keep us out of hospital05 Jun 2025 01:48For the first time, scientists show how our microbiome forms affects the risk of infection.

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