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Millions 'missing out' on NHS dentistry20 Nov 2019 00:53Patients are being turned away, stuck on waiting lists and put off by cost, BBC analysis suggests.
Sepsis digital alert 'led to faster treatment with antibiotics'20 Nov 2019 14:06The system sends a pop-up warning to nurses when they enter patient readings into health records.
Premature baby's cuddle 'saved twin brother's life'20 Nov 2019 17:44The mother of premature twins says one's condition improved when his brother was put in his incubator.
Old age: Why 70 may be the new 6519 Nov 2019 15:01Experts say health and life expectancy gains mean it is time to rethink how we measure and define being elderly.
More families come forward in Shropshire maternity inquiry20 Nov 2019 14:54Campaigners say 25 new cases have emerged since the leak of a report into maternity care in Shropshire.
Vegan sues Burger King for cooking Impossible Whopper on meat grill20 Nov 2019 10:24An Impossible Foods spokeswoman says vegans should ask for the burger to be cooked in a microwave.

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