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Sep 23, 2026
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  1. Article · Sep 23, 2026 · Smitha Mundasad

    Why the Dutch dictionary has a new word for labia (opens the original)

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    Can you imagine seeing the words "shame lips" on your medical notes? The term, which can also be translated as "pubic lips", is the Dutch word for a women's body part. But, for some, it's just one of countless examples that are outdated and loaded with stigma. Last month, leading Dutch dictionary Dikke van Dale said it would include a new term for the labia, "vulvalippen" - in its upcoming online addition - alongside the traditional term "schaamlippen". European campaigners have long been callin

  2. Article · Aug 26, 2026 · Smitha Mundasad

    First patient to have brain surgery with real-time AI assistance (opens the original)

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    The world's first patient to have brain surgery with live artificial intelligence assistance has successfully had his tumour removed. Rhys Hibbert, a father-of-two from Bedfordshire, could have lost his sight without the operation, said surgeons at University College London Hospital. The AI tool analysed a video feed of the operation as it happened and advised surgeons on how to avoid crucial but hidden vessels and nerves in the brain. It allowed them to safely remove as much of the tumour as po

  3. Article · Aug 19, 2026 · Smitha Mundasad

    Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far (opens the original)

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    More people have become ill in an outbreak of salmonella food poising that the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is investigating. Imported eggs, or dishes containing them, are the leading suspects as to the cause. Evidence also suggests people caught the bug while eating out, rather than at home - with catering and food services such as restaurants, cafes or take-aways likely to play a part. But there is still a lot to be discovered. What do we know and what questions remain? Salmonella are a f

  4. Article · Aug 18, 2026 · Smitha Mundasad

    Children's stunted lungs show recovery in ultra low emission zone (opens the original)

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    Scientists say they have been "stunned" by how quickly young children's lungs began to recover and grow after pollution restrictions were brought in where they lived. Researchers found that children in London whose lung growth had been stunted by pollution showed impressive improvements after the introduction of an Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) in 2019 reduced emissions. The study followed more than 3,400 primary school children in London and Luton and provides what scientists believe is the st

  5. Article · Jul 6, 2026 · Smitha Mundasad

    All you need to know about Wegovy weight loss tablet (opens the original)

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    The once-a-day Wegovy weight loss pill is now available to buy privately from High Street and online pharmacies in the UK - but is not yet on the NHS. It contains the same ingredient - semaglutide - as the Wegovy weight loss injections but is still advised to be used alongside a healthy diet and increased physical activity. So, what do you need to know about this pill version of the skinny jab? There are a number of strict guidelines to help make sure the pill is absorbed well by the body. Ideal

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