The National Health Service (NHS) in Britain is struggling to provide adequate care for children with long COVID due to financial constraints, forcing families to seek private treatment. Parents who have tried NHS paediatric long COVID clinics, which mainly offered non-medical therapies, are now being told their services are being disbanded. As a result, some families are paying for private consultations, tests, and off-label treatments that have shown promise in improving their children's conditions, with mixed results - some report improvements while others feel increasingly hopeless.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/lifestyle/2025/03/15/british-parents-quit-jobs-to-care-for-children-with-long-covidA new study of 5,000 British women found that nearly all (78%) who experience debilitating period pain have been told by a medical professional it's normal, despite the average sufferer experiencing three days of pain per month equivalent to 1,350 periods. Many women (31%), including 9% and 24%, describe their pain as excruciating or intense, while 47% find their periods unmanageable due to lack of energy. The study also found that many women are forced to spend hours in bed or unable to leave the sofa due to pain.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14500509/Most-British-women-experience-years-debilitating-period-pain-nearly-80-cent-told-completely-normal-doctors-research-shows.htmlBucked Up's Protein Drinks will be available at Dick's Sporting Goods, Academy Sports, Gold's Gym, 24 Hour Fitness, EOS Fitness, and other retailers starting later this month. The brand, known for its high-quality ingredients and non-proprietary blends, offers a range of products including supplements, energy drinks, apparel, and accessories. Bucked Up's pre-workout is the #1 best-selling product in its class, with its products now available in over 55,000 stores worldwide, including Walmart, Amazon, GNC, and Vitamin Shoppe.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bucked-up-announces-lightly-carbonated-protein-drinks-in-four-flavors-302390852.htmlCanadian Jessica Beasley's fiancé Dan, 37, was misdiagnosed with a stomach ulcer instead of stage 4 oesophageal cancer in March 2024 due to repeated stomach pain and vomiting. He received a CT scan on December 26, 2024, which confirmed the devastating diagnosis. With a prognosis of just 14 months, Jessica is prioritizing quality family time, supporting her children's grief and life changes, and creating "calm corners" in their bedrooms to help them cope with the significant loss.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14491095/Fiance-stomach-ulcer-terminal-oesophageal-cancer.htmlChloe Cole, a former child transitor, is urging lawmakers to ban sex change surgeries for minors at the federal level due to what she calls "the abuse" of children who were misled into transitioning. Cole, who began transitioning from female to male at age 12, regrets her decision after undergoing puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones, as well as a double mastectomy, which left her with scars and bleeding. She is calling on Congress to enact legislation to stop the practice, citing the need for federal action beyond state-level regulations.
https://www.foxnews.com/media/detransitioner-chloe-cole-congress-ideological-plague-gender-affirming-care-minorsThis episode of "Eye On Health" discusses the upcoming severe allergy season, with experts warning that it may be worse than usual due to climate change. The show also explores the concept of hospital libraries, where medical professionals are creating digital collections of patient information and medical literature to improve care and reduce errors. Additionally, the segment touches on the growing trend of telemedicine, with companies like Teladoc and American Well expanding their services to reach more patients remotely.
https://www.cbs8.com/video/news/health/bad-allergy-seasons-ahead-eye-on-health/91-11b8eaec-f891-4796-823c-36927cb2be9eThe Coalition plans to strip back workers' rights if they win the election, potentially reintroducing child labor and a six-and-a-half-day working week with Sunday morning church time off. This move is reminiscent of Charles Dickens' era, sparking concerns about work-life balance and the potential for poorhouse-like conditions.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/dutton-s-dickensian-approach-to-workers-rights-20250309-p5li5c.htmlMuhammad, a community leader, emphasized the importance of including the community in the rebuilding process of S.H.A.P.E., a community center built by the community and sustained through their efforts. Nearly $200,000 has been raised for the rebuild, with a possibility of preserving the original building structure. A town hall meeting was held, but those who missed it are still encouraged to share their input.
https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/historic-houston-community-center-rebuild-after-fire-shape/285-4ce40c03-89cc-46f4-8950-3bde5b425217The Federal Trade Commission and FBI have issued warnings about an unpaid tolls scam targeting smartphone users, specifically those in Connecticut. Cybercriminals pose as state road toll collection agencies, sending texts claiming users must pay a dollar amount immediately to avoid late fees, often sent on the same day of transmission.
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