Tag #Health

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Assisted Dying Bill Amendment to Address Anorexia Loophole

A UK assisted dying bill faces scrutiny over a potential loophole that could allow people with severe anorexia to qualify for assisted death; an amendment aims to replace 'capacity' with 'ability' to ensure full understanding of the decision.

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smh.com.au
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Burlesque Owner on Trial, Claims Sexsomnia in Rape Case

A Sydney burlesque business owner, Timothy Malcolm Rowland, is on trial for allegedly raping a woman in August 2022, claiming he was asleep and suffering from sexsomnia; the Crown argues he was awake and aware.

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Gender Equality
welt.de
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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Schools See Rise in Drug and Alcohol Incidents

The number of drug and alcohol incidents in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern schools has risen to 47 in the 2023/24 school year, up from 14 in 2016/17, with two recent teen deaths from Ecstasy highlighting the problem; legal restrictions limit teachers' ability to search students' belongings.

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kathimerini.gr
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Rising Costs of Long-Term Health Insurance in Greece

In 2023, Greek long-term health insurance policies (255,000, 25% of market) showed a 19.5% claim frequency, averaging €4,560 per claim – up from 17.8% and €4,370 in 2022, driven by complex medical procedures and technological advancements, necessitating premium adjustments while protecting policyhol...

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lemonde.fr
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Bayrou Splits French End-of-Life Bill: Assisted Dying Faces Uncertain Future

French Prime Minister François Bayrou plans to split the end-of-life bill into two separate texts—one on palliative care and another on assisted dying—to address concerns and potentially expedite the legislative process, despite opposition from some lawmakers and advocacy groups.

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nos.nl
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Record Stem Cell Donations in Netherlands, but Future Growth Uncertain

In 2023, 285 Dutch citizens (323 including Germany) donated stem cells, a record high, to treat leukemia patients; this follows a decade-long increase in registrations but growth is slower than desired due to the 55-year age limit.

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bbc.com
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Cervical Screening Saves Life: 10-Year Cancer Survivor Urges Increased Testing

Ali Alcock's routine cervical screening test in 2015 detected cervical cancer at age 37, leading to successful treatment and a 10-year remission; she now advocates for increased screening rates, highlighting the test's life-saving potential despite the low 69% participation rate in Wales between Apr...

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bbc.com
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Belfast Actor with MND Wins Prestigious Theatre Award

Belfast actor Michael Campbell, diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in 2023, won The Stage Awards' Judges' Award for his MND-infused adaptation of Richard III at Belfast's Lyric Theatre, showcasing his talent and resilience.

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Canary Island Beach Closed Indefinitely Due to Sewage Contamination

On July 3rd, Puerto de la Cruz closed Playa Jardín beach indefinitely due to high Escherichia coli levels, a problem worsening since 2016 due to a sewage pipe leak and potentially an overloaded wastewater treatment plant; the Fiscalía Provincial is investigating.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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Dutch Youth Mental Health: Half Report Poor Well-being

The 2024 Young Adult Health Monitor reveals that approximately half of Dutch 16-25 year-olds rate their mental health as poor to very poor, particularly those aged 21-25, living alone, or experiencing financial difficulties; however, slight improvements are noted compared to 2022.

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nos.nl
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Record Stem Cell Donations in Netherlands, but Future Growth Uncertain

A record 285 Dutch citizens donated stem cells in 2023, aiding patients with leukemia; including German donations, the total reached 323, yet the annual donor increase lags behind the desired rate, raising concerns for the future.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Pauline Quirke Steps Back From Acting Due To Dementia

Birds Of A Feather actress Pauline Quirke, 65, is stepping back from acting due to young-onset dementia diagnosed in 2021; early symptoms, like shortened attention spans and depression-like states, are often missed, highlighting the need for early detection and preventative measures, especially give...

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