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Sewage in our Rivers

The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.

14 Sep 2022
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Diabetes eating disorder warning

Thousands of young diabetics could be skipping insulin injections in order to lose weight, the BBC has learned. People with type 1 diabetes need daily injections to help them absorb glucose to use as fuel. Failure to take correct doses can lead to rapid weight loss.

4 Jul 2007
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Call for improved dementia care

The NHS must urgently address failings in dementia care if it is to cope with future demands, a watchdog has said. The number of people with dementia is expected to rise by a third in the next 15 years, but the National Audit Office said it was not enough of a priority. The report said England lagged behind other European countries over early diagnosis and access to drugs.

4 Jul 2007
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Keys Hall sign

Conservatives snub residents on Keys Hall petition - UPDATE

Members of the Liberal Democrat group on Brentwood Borough Council have slammed the Conservative administration for snubbing the residents who signed the save Keys Hall petition. The 620 strong petition collected by the Lib Dems was on the agenda at June's Policy Committee but when it came to discussing the item the Conservatives said they simply "noted" it.

3 Jul 2007
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