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Zoo worker jailed after stealing £180k to spend at William Hill bookmakers
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Daniel Remmington who worked at Chester Zoo stole from a motor auction company where he was an employee previously
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Scaled-down Thornbury Health Centre revival leaves councillors 'perturbed'
Politics
The proposed redevelopment of the former hospital has suffered 30 years of setbacks
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Socialists standing in Bristol local elections say main parties are ‘voice of big business’
Local Elections
The Trade Union and Socialist Coalition has a pledge to refuse to make any budget cuts to public services
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Anti-inflammation foods Harvard experts say reduce your risk of cancer, diabetes and dementia
Health
Lower your risk of cancer, diabetes and dementia with these six Harvard-approved foods that keep inflammation at bay
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Nurse 'malnourished' after dentist 'removed most of her teeth'
NHS
Annette Aldridge said she'd had to hand in her resignation from her job, even though she doesn't want to
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Six-hour window when you should exercise for maximum benefit
NHS
Researchers found one three minute exercise is most important for a health boost
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DWP plan 'to change' PIP benefit after Prime Minister comments causes concern
Labour Party
Rishi Sunak spoke about his worries about Pip “being misused” sparking fears in one woman with cerebral palsy that it could 'increase hatred towards disabled people'
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Doctor speaks out on weight loss drug Ozempic linked to 20 UK deaths
BBC
Ozempic is being used by some people to shed the pounds including many celebrities - but it was not designed for losing weight
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'I'm a doctor and don't do this after using the toilet'
NHS
NHS surgeon Doctor Karan Rajan has warned that leaving the toilet seat up when flushing could have a nasty impact on health
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Bristol MP thanks NHS as she shares cancer diagnosis
NHS
Karin Smyth has undergone two operations and is recovering at home
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'Victorian' health condition on the rise among younger people
NHS
Health experts are concerned about the increasing number of cases of gout, a condition commonly associated with Victorian Britain, in younger people
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GPs may lose power to give sick notes to force millions back to work
UK & World News
Since 2020, the number of people out of work due to long-term sickness has risen significantly, reaching a record high of 2.8 million people
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Sisters raise £85,000 for cancer treatment for their mum in four days
Health
Millie Olika has been told it's too late for chemotherapy but her daughters are sending her to Germany for advanced treatment
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Studies show 7p tablet can stop you getting bloated and relieve gas
Health
Researchers say magnesium can help alleviate several common gut problems - including bloating and gas
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Scientists say drug breakthrough could be 'new era' for cancer treatment
NHS
It is hoped the findings of the research will now be tested in clinical trials
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Fire-damaged bakery repairs in latest Bristol plans
Planning
This week’s round-up of notable planning applications submitted to the city council
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NHS rolls out new variant Covid vaccine as virus kills 100 a week
UK & World News
The new vaccination project started this week with jabs between now and June
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Doctor lists signs of childhood meningitis after Jimmy Carr says he was 'close to death'
NHS
Meningitis can be a very serious illness. Here's what parents and carers need to know
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Amy Dowden gives update on health and hopes for this year's Strictly
BBC
Amy had her latest treatment yesterday
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Health expert warns of possible link between common drink and cancer
Health
Dr Mark Hyman has issued a warning over a possible link between milk and prostate cancer in a recent episode of Diary Of A CEO
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DWP warning as PIP payments could be stopped if you don't report these changes
NHS
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a warning to Personal Independence Payment claimants who are planning to leave the country for more than four weeks
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'My face tattoo gets me barred from pubs and people stare at me'
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Luke Morrison-Williams says people judge him and think he’s unemployable - but says it helps with his work with the homeless and addicts
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Tattoo artist mum helps breast cancer patients cover up mastectomy scars for free
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WARNING: Article contains graphic images
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'I'm a doctor and you should eat these tinned foods rather than fresh alternatives'
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Dr Karan Raj has revealed that tinned and frozen versions of certain fruits and vegetables can be even more nutritious than their fresh counterparts - and named the four best
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