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Why the new NHS 'miracle' weight-loss jab won't end obesity epidemic
For millions of failed dieters, the arrival of Wegovy — a ‘miracle’ treatment offering a guaranteed slimming effect — seems like the discovery of the Holy Grail.
One-off wonder jab could fight off all strains of flu
EVERY year, many of us have a flu jab - and every year it's a different version, as flu viruses mutate so quickly that vaccines have to be reformulated.
One-off 'gene jab' for all types of chronic pain
THE injection, which is now in clinical trials for conditions including osteoarthritis (wear and tear damage that means bones rub together), instructs cells to ramp up production of a key natural protein, IL-10, which has painkilling and anti-inflammatory properties.
Northern Ireland Executive receives £50m cash injection to tackle coronavirus
This takes the total funding the British Government has made available to Stormont to almost £1.2 billion.
Regular jabs that cut cholesterol levels better than statins
THESE drugs are an alternative to statins to treat high cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke.