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NHS Mounjaro warning as most will not be able to access new weight loss drug More than 90 per cent of eligible patients in England will initially not be able to access the so-called “King Kong of weight loss drugs” on the NHS, as officials prioritise those with the highest needs. The National Institute for…

A Scottish midwife has invented a groundbreaking new product that could revolutionise neonatal care for newborn babies. Stacey Boyle created a unique set of scrubs for birth partners featuring a kangaroo-style pouch that allows for immediate skin-to-skin contact with babies right after birth. Particularly beneficial for babies delivered by Caesarean Section, the pouch worn by…

‘Life-threatening’ health problem mistaken for drunkenness It is crucial to know the difference, experts have warned. Many adults enjoy a tipple now and then, maybe during a Friday night catch-up with pals or simply unwinding on the couch at home. However, for the millions of UK residents managing diabetes, it’s vital to understand how alcohol…

A Stirling schoolboy is leading the charge to raise funds for Strathcarron Hospice with a festive fundraiser set to take place this weekend. Lewis Frickleton, a Year 11 student at Fairview International School in Bridge of Allan, has organised a Christmas Carnival event on Saturday, December 7. The aim of the fundraiser is to support…

Handbell ringers from Dunblane are gearing up to spread festive cheer at their annual Christmas concert in Dunblane Cathedral. The event, titled Carols and Carillons, is set to take place on Sunday, December 8, with over 30 handbell musicians set to perform a variety of Christmas music starting from 7.30pm. The ensemble, spanning across different…

Waitrose has issued an urgent warning to customers about a takeaway meal bag that poses a health risk. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a recall notice for the Waitrose Chinese Takeaway Bag for two. The FSA stated that the product contains molluscs, which are not listed on the label and could be harmful…

Dr Megan Rossi, also known as the Gut Health doctor, recently shared a simple three-question quiz on social media to help people determine if they are consuming too much sugar. With over 540,000 followers on Instagram, Dr Rossi explained the difference between added sugars and naturally occurring sugars. She pointed out that added sugars can…

A West Lothian midwife has developed innovative scrubs with a kangaroo-style pouch for birth partners to facilitate immediate skin-to-skin contact with newborns. Stacey Boyle, a midwife at NHS Lothian, conceptualised this new product in a bid to transform neonatal care and enhance outcomes for premature infants. In instances where babies are delivered via Caesarean Section,…

North Lanarkshire Council leader Jim Logue has commended the efforts of public sector workers on Champions Day, an occasion dedicated to celebrating the contributions of workers in healthcare, local government, and emergency services. Unison, one of the UK’s largest trade unions, marked Champions Day on December 5 with events across Scotland, shining a spotlight on…

Stirling ASN Students Organise Christmas Craft Fair to Raise Funds for Hospice Students with additional support needs at Forth Valley College in Stirling are coming together to raise funds for Strathcarron Hospice through a Christmas Craft and Market Fair. The event, organized by Stirling’s Lifestart students, will take place on Wednesday, December 11. The group…