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Tackling the gender gap in CPR treatment

Research shows women are 27% less likely than men to receive CPR from bystanders.

Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening treatment

A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told.

The Conversation

Two women who've created female-centered fitness communities

The Conversation

Two women who've created female-centered fitness communities

Light therapy boxes placed in all NI libraries

Some of the lamps - which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder - are available to loan for up to three weeks.

Light therapy boxes placed in all NI libraries

Some of the lamps - which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder - are available to loan for up to three weeks.

Flu cases falling ahead of Christmas, experts say

UK health agency says drop is encouraging news, but warns flu could still bounce back in new year.

What is happening to flu this winter – and should you buy a vaccine?

Flu has come early this year with a new mutated version of the virus circulating.

What is happening to flu this winter – and should you buy a vaccine?

Flu has come early this year with a new mutated version of the virus circulating.

Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?

Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area