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Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns12 Mar 2026 09:21The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.
'My hotel bill is £12,000': British holidaymakers stranded by Iran war13 Mar 2026 10:56Flights are restricted due to the conflict leaving people stuck running up bills for rooms and food.
AI toys for children misread emotions and respond inappropriately, researchers warn13 Mar 2026 09:10In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions.
Woman found out she had terminal brain cancer after suitcase fell on her head13 Mar 2026 16:53Lauren Macpherson was travelling home from a festival in London when her life changed forever.
Woman with rare blood feels 'honoured' to donate13 Mar 2026 06:22A woman whose blood is so rare that it is frozen for up to three decades feels "very special".
NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you?12 Mar 2026 11:02Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.

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