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I'm a GP - Parents Must Know These 4 Early Signs of Measles Friday, February 20, 2026 measles vaccination mmr health symptoms outbreak children prevention gp disease A concerning measles outbreak is spreading across parts of north London, prompting health officials and medical professionals to issue urgent warnings. Measles, a highly contagious viral illness, typically begins with common … Read More
Council Proposes Maximum 4.99% Council Tax Increase to Support Social Care Monday, February 16, 2026 counciltax budget socialcare funding prevention bath council localgovernment taxrise budgetcuts Bath and North East Somerset councillors are set to consider a proposed 4.99% increase in council tax as part of the 2026/27 budget plan. The proposal, supported by the council’s cabinet on February 12, now awaits approval … Read More
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Calls Grow for Mandatory Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labels to Tackle UK Obesity Crisis Saturday, January 10, 2026 nutrition obesity trafficlights labelling health government which consumers retailers prevention The UK faces a pressing obesity crisis, prompting consumer advocacy group Which? to call on the Government to make front-of-pack nutrition labelling mandatory. The group argues that the current voluntary traffic light system, … Read More