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Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane fears money may take priority over health in Premir League

Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane fears money may take priority over health in the bid to re-start the Premier League.




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Coronation Street and Emmerdale set to 'remind viewers of public health issues' amid coronavirus

This is an atypical move for the soaps who rarely touch on current news topics due to the fact that scenes are filmed so far in advance of broadcast




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European health chiefs greet each other with ELBOW BUMPS as coronavirus fears grip the continent

Health ministers from across the continent were pictured greeting each other with elbow bumps instead of traditional handshakes at an emergency meeting being held in Brussels.




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Mumbai's civic body raises retirement age for health officers

The Brihanmumbai MunicipalCorporation (BMC) has increased by one year the retirement age health officers working in all the civic-run hospitals as atemporary measure in view of the coronavirus pandemic.Their retirement age will now be 59 instead of 58, itsaid.It also increased by one year the retirement age ofprofessors in the BMC-run medical colleges temporarily."The retirement age of the health officers and seniorhealth officers of all the BMC-run hospitals has beentemporarily increased by a year from the existing retirementage of 58 years," the civic body said.However, the decision of continuing in service isvoluntary, it said.It said the decision is not applicable for thosehealth officers, who are set to retire in the next threemonths.The BMC said that since a large number of posts ofprofessors




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Rihanna's charity pledges $5 million to help at-risk communities and health workers combat COVID-19

The money will help 'work with on-the-ground partners' that include Feeding America, The WHO's COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund and the International Rescue Committee.




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Rita Ora pays emotional tribute to late DJ Avicii at a concert to raise mental health awareness

The pair became firm friends after collaborating on smash hit Lonely Together in 2017, and Rita broke down as she performed the song at the concert in Stockholm on Thursday.




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Read the pitch deck that buzzy startup Devoted Health used to reach a $1.8 billion valuation before it signed up a single customer

Devoted Health wants to change the way the U.S. takes care of its senior citizens, and it has big plans in its first five years to do just that.The startup, which has been gathering lots of buzz in the last year, was founded to sell private health insurance plans to U.S. seniors, a market that is growing rapidly as Baby Boomers age.Using one pitch deck, Devoted Health managed to secure $300 million from investors in a funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz late last year, with a valuation of $1.8 billion – all before it signed up a single customer.But the deck also outlined the company's aggressive plans for its first five years. Devoted Health planned to sign up 5,000 members for 2019 and grow that to 103,722 by 2023. It expects to make about $1.2 billion in revenue in 2023 while generating




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India registered over 3,000 cases and 95 deaths in last 24 hours, says the Union Health Ministry

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 1,981 and the number of cases climbed to 59,662 in India.This is an increase of 95 deaths and 3,320 cases in the last 24 hours, according to the Union health ministry. The total number of cases also include 111 foreign nationals.The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 1,981 and the number of cases climbed to 59,662 in the country on Saturday, registering an increase of 95 deaths and 3,320 cases in the last 24 hours, according to the Union health ministry. The number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 39,834, while 17,846 people have recovered and one patient has migrated, it said. "Thus, around 29.91 per cent patients have recovered so far," a senior health ministry official said.The total number of cases also include 111 foreign nationals.A total 95 deaths




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Becky James ready to get back in the saddle for Great Britain after health scare... and cyclist is dressed to thrill!

BOB TREASURE: There have been some dark days for Becky James over the past year and a half. The double world champion cyclist last raced for Team GB at the World Championships in 2014.




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Ex NRL and Geordie Shore star Dan Conn struggled with mental health and tried to take his own life

Daniel Conn, who played for Canterbury Bulldogs and Sydney Roosters before retiring and launching a career as a personal trainer, has quietly struggled with his mental health.




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Alphabet's CEO says the coronavirus has 'absolutely' caused a mental-health crisis. Here are 5 calming podcasts you should follow if you're feeling anxious over the pandemic.

The global outbreak of the novel coronavirus, which causes a disease known as COVID-19, is causing panic and anxiety worldwide.Top executives, like Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, for example, are recognizing the toll the pandemic is taking on employees. In an interview with Business Insider, licensed clinical psychologist Ramani Durvasula said that in addition to seeking professional help, listening to mental-health podcasts can be a great way to address stress over the pandemic. Here are five highly rated mental-health podcasts that address anxiety around the novel coronavirus, including "The Calmer You Podcast" and "Your Anxiety Toolkit."If you're struggling, call the SAMHSA National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), or reach out to the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741. Visit Business




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Health chiefs 'impose news blackout' around third Russian doctor to fall from a window

Alexander Shulepov, 37, from Voronezh is in intensive care after taking part in a video which claimed he was ordered to work despite testing positive for Covid-19.




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Kate Upton flaunts her curves in an unretouched beach shoot for Health Magazine

Kate, 27, covers Health magazine in a pair of denim shorts and a button-down shirt that she wore open and tied around her waist to expose her stomach.




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Liverpool issue mental health advice to players urging them to focus on coronavirus avoidance

EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN : A presentation by the club's sports psychologist Lee Richardson also offers Jurgen Klopp's men tips on breathing to ease anxiety levels.




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Ted Cruz opposes Senate GOP health care plan 'right now'

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, is the latest GOP senator to suggest he'll vote no on his party's latest effort to kill Obamacare, the Graham-Cassidy bill.




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Sen. Susan Collins a NO on health care bill

A third GOP senator, Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, has said she will vote against the GOP 'Graham-Cassidy' health care bill, likely killing the measure for good.




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Lorraine Kelly is accused of laughing at mental health issues after she criticised 'ridiculous' ASMR

The TV presenter, 60, mocked the technique, which many use to help ease anxieties. ASMR is a feeling of relaxation, characterised by a tingling sensation




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World's peak health body is worried Indonesia isn't doing enough to guard against disease 

The World Health Organisation has urged the nation to improve surveillance, case detection and preparations at appointed health facilities in case the deadly disease comes ashore.




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Iran's deputy health minister diagnosed with coronavirus

Iraj Harirchi was taken into quarantine just a day after insisting that Iran's death toll was lower than feared in a sweaty appearance at a press conference.




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Prince Harry has partnered with Oprah Winfrey on mental health documentary

The Duke of Sussex has today announced a partnership with Oprah Winfrey, as co-creators and executive producers of a forthcoming mental health documentary series for Apple.




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Leading sexual health clinic says HIV transmission has 'dropped dramatically'

London sexual health clinic 56 Dean Street released a statement urging people to get tested, saying that if new cases are picked up now it can reduce transmission when lockdown ends.




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Keep yourself in tip-top condition during lockdown with these simple health checks to try at home

Figures suggest thousands of cancers are being missed every week as people with symptoms are not going to their GP. But many routine tests and treatments are also being postponed.




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Will I ever be able to eat without bad heartburn? DR MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions

DR MARTIN SCURR: Any persistent problem can be terribly frustrating but it is not the Barrett's oesophagus (pictured) that is causing your symptoms.




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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle promote a mental health initiative run by a Canadian network

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have posted an Instagram story announcing a their new mental health charity collaboration.




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Prince William plays mental health Jenga with footballers

The Duke of Cambridge, 37, a lifelong Aston Villa fan, joined footballers from Crystal Palace, Arsenal and Manchester United to take part in the game at a venue in London yesterday.




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Democratic senators might not return to Washington over health fears

Some Democratic senators might not return to Capitol Hill for work next week, after the Attending Physician of the United States Congress told House leadership it was too dangerous.




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Health official feared biological warfare over a pandemic prioritizing smallpox vaccine over masks

President Trump's top official for public health preparedness, Robert Kadlec, dedicated billions in taxpayer dollars to fight biological and chemical weapons prioritizing that over battling a pandemic.




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RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: My position on health scares is scepticism... but there must be something in it 

Having read in the Sunday papers that, because of coronavirus, the over-60s should avoid routine visits to surgeries, I emailed my doctor to confirm that my annual medical check-up. would go ahead...




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Health boss says eliminating coronavirus completely in Australia may never happen

While Professor Brendan Murphy remains committed towards getting transmissions down to as low as possible, he believes the ultimate goal of total elimination could be unachievable.




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Chief medical officer apologises to Tasmania health workers after his illegal dinner party comments

Tasmanian opposition leader Rebecca White has welcomed an apology from Australia's Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy to medical staff in Tasmania after he claimed they held an illegal dinner party.




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Orange juice set to be downgraded to a 2.5 health star rating because of high sugar content

Proposed changes to health guidelines will be discussed by the Australia and New Zealand Ministerial Forum on Food Regulation on May 22.




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Celebs swear by spin classes but few realise there can be health hazards ahead

SoulCycle is loved by A-listers and has opened in London. Although spinning burns lots of calories physiotherapist Sarah Bentley said poor bike set up can cause knee and back pain.




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HEALTH NOTES: Michelle Obama gives followers the feel-good factor

Encouraging girls to follow inspirational women like Michelle Obama on social media could help protect their mental health, research led by a University of Cambridge psychologist claims.




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UFC champion Israel Adesanya donates more than 10,000 face masks to health workers in New Zealand

Israel Adesanya is providing 10,000 three-ply face masks and 1,000 eye protection face shields with his own money to healthcare workers at Whanganui Hospital in New Zealand.




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Prince William and Kate Middleton support mental health campaign

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hosted a virtual roundtable talk with mental health charity chiefs as they encourage people to take care of their mental and physical wellbeing in lockdown.




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Prince William and Kate back new mental health support scheme for key workers called 'Our Frontline'

William and Kate's Royal Foundation is formally supporting a new initiative, called 'Our Frontline', which will see leading charities and organisations provide mental health support to key workers.




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Nick Cordero's wife Amanda Kloots shares heartfelt letter husband amid his health battle

Nick Cordero's wife Amanda Kloots shared a heartfelt letter to the Broadway star as she waits for him to wake from a coma: 'I can't wait to have you home.'




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Bachelorette Angie Kent says she is 'unapologetic' about her mental health issues 

Angie Kent has bravely declared that she is 'unapologetic' about her mental health issues. 




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Australia's Will Pucovski rules himself out of Test selection due to mental health issues

Will Pucovski is the third Australian cricketer to report mental health problems to staff in just over two weeks, with Nic Maddinson and Glenn Maxwell both taking breaks from the game.




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Alan Jones weighs in on cricket's mental health crisis after THREE players pull out

Jones, a former Wallabies head coach, weighed in on the worrying trend after Will Pucovski, 21, told team management he did not want to be considered for selection for a tour game against Pakistan.




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Doctors plea to give high-risk ethnic minority health workers PPE at all times

The British International Doctors Association (BIDA) is calling for staff to wear protective equipment, pictured, even when treating non-coronavirus patients




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Management consultant paid £2,000 a day to cut costs at NHS trust is axed by health board

Management consultant, Phillip Burns (left), who was paid almost £2,000 a day to cut costs at a struggling NHS trust while living in Marbella has himself been axed - to help it save money.




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Health bosses accuse ministers of 'breaking PPE promises'

Health bosses today slammed the government for 'breaking promises' to frontline workers over the supply of PPE after it emerged a shipment of 400,000 gowns from Turkey is useless.




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Health officials warn of food poisoning threat to travellers to Egypt

Public Health England has said people are returning from the Hurghada region on the east coast of Egypt with a Shia toxin-producing strain of the food poisoning bug E.coli, which can turn deadly.




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Prince Harry's series on mental health involves visits to hospitals and treatment centres in the UK

EXCLUSIVE: Charity Combat Stress, which helps veterans struggling with anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder, confirmed it had been involved with filming for the series.




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Luxury health spa Champneys accused of telling guests apple crumble may 'help reduce risk of cancer'

Champneys allegedly failed to inform guests at its Forest Mere resort (pictured), in Liphook, West Sussex, it had a food hygiene rating of just 2 out of 5.




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David Beckham jogs on the country lanes around his Cotswolds house on World Health Day

David Beckham filmed himself jogging on the country lanes around his Cotswolds house on World Health Day.




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Elsa Pataky reveals the one thing she stopped doing on her health and fitness journey

Elsa Pataky is dedicated to maintaining her sensational figure.




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FIFA health talk is cheap after death of 34 migrant workers in Qatar

IAN LADYMAN: Barely a month into football's current state of inertia and the head of FIFA has arrived with a basketful of meaningless platitudes to make us all feel better. 'Health must come better.'




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Qantas passengers urged to seek health advice after case of coronavirus confirmed on board

Passengers who travelled on a Qantas flight from Melbourne to Brisbane last week have been told to seek health advice after a traveller on board tested positive for coronavirus.