Health

Basingstoke's MP Maria Miller has welcomed the announcement that the consultation for the new hospital will begin this month

MP welcomes progress and consultation start on new hospital for Basingstoke

Find out if you are eligible for a Covid or flu vaccination and make use of the booking system before it closes before Christmas.

Time running out to book 'lifesaving' flu and covid vaccines in England NHS warns

Progress on new hospital as preferred option is revealed relocating A&E and maternity

Progress on new hospital as preferred option is revealed relocating A&E and maternity

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The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said it was “strongly advising” people against eating a chocolate bar called Cali-Gold

'Do not eat' warning issued over chocolate bar after reports of illnesses

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Sarah Parish at the celebration of Martyn Pitman

Broadchurch star says whistleblowing system is corrupt as she backs sacked doctor

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Rats spotted near Glebe Gardens

Residents complaining of 'extreme' rat infestation told to remove bird feeders

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Party for Martyn Pitman at Winchester Rugby Club

Sacked doctor pulls out of unfair dismissal case after celebration with supporters

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Help for Heroes Christmas appeal

Sponsored Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans

The UKHSA has said it is too early to say if the strain could have pandemic potential.

The first human case of swine flu detected in the UK

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The new cold is said to last weeks, leaving many unable to get out of bed for days.

Warning over 'brutal' new cold spreading across the UK that 'lasts for weeks'

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Council working to bring McDonald's and KFC rat infestation 'under control'

Council working to bring McDonald's and KFC rat infestation 'under control'

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Rats spotted in the town centre

Public could be in 'significant danger' from rat infestation in Basingstoke town

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Toolstation has developed a comprehensive guide on how homeowners can keep their homes safe from mould.

GP issues 'serious' warning amid health risks posed by mould this winter

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Rats spotted at McDonald's and KFC Leisure Park restaurants

Infestation spreads as rats spotted at McDonald's and KFC in Leisure Park

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Rats spotted near Glebe Gardens

Extreme rat infestation in town centre is 'public health concern' as rodents breed

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England’s chief medical officer Sir Chris Whitty also denied warning ministers against Coronavirus lockdowns

Action against Covid-19 was taken too late, Sir Chris Whitty tells inquiry

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MP Maria Miller gives update on new hospital at community chat

MP and hospital chiefs give update on new Basingstoke hospital including consultation

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Hampshire County Council

Figures show there are thousands of children with autism or ADHD in Hampshire

Care home inviting people to take part in innovative singing session

Staff from Access Self Storage with previous donations

Basingstoke business launches Christmas toy appeal for poorly children

Panel finds care home residents were caused 'physical harm' by manager's conduct

Care home residents were caused 'physical harm' by manager's conduct, panel finds

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North Hampshire Prostate Cancer Support Group held an awareness event in The Malls

'The message is getting through': Cancer support group holds awareness event

Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust runs Basingstoke, Andover and Winchester hospitals

Figures show Hampshire Hospitals is one of worst in country for 'bed blocking'

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NHS England has shared new plans.

Millions of women in England to be offered free contraceptive pills

An initial community chat was held on Thursday, July 6 at Rooksdown Community Centre

Progress on new hospital is focus of MP's next community chat

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Around 2,700 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in England each year and around 850 women die.

NHS boss promises to 'eliminate cervical cancer in England by 2040'

Hampshire hospitals trust one of minority not to offer second opinion 24/7

Hampshire hospitals one of minority not to offer second opinion 24/7 in critical care

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Tom and Louise Penn with a Thames water lorry pumping out the sewage

Residents in Sherfield on Loddon fume after foul drainage issues

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A warning has been issued over the falling number of children receiving their routine jabs, which protect from illnesses including meningitis, measles and hepatitis B

Measles outbreak declared in England - symptoms to look out for

Hospital charity launches 'Letters from Santa' appeal to raise funds for child health

Hospital charity launches 'Letters from Santa' appeal to raise funds for child health

Follow-up system for patients with long-term conditions running at trust's hospitals

Follow-up system for patients with long-term conditions running at trust's hospitals

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Patients asked to use new self check-in kiosks at Hampshire hospitals three sites

Updated Patients asked to use new self check-in kiosks at Hampshire hospitals three sites

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Carli Aby-Notley

Basingstoke's first menopause cafe to launch this month

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Royal Hampshire County Hospital RHCH

Closure of Winchester hospital's A&E could put pressure on other emergency rooms

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Basingstoke hospital boss apologises after patient's 11 hour wait and A&E evacuation

Basingstoke hospital boss apologises after patient's 11 hour wait and A&E evacuation

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NHS England is to introduce a new early warning system

New NHS warning system for parents to 'save lives' of poorly children

A computerised image of the 68-bedroom care home proposed in Mulfords Hil, Tadley

Plan for 68-bedroom care home thrown out over the impact it would have on the area

Mural at Bramblys Grange Health Centre car park

Mural erected at Basingstoke health centre to mark double celebration

Brits are being urged to get their flu and Covid jabs soon

UK health officials urge millions of Brits to get 'serious' flu and Covid jab

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Strep A at-home tests, provided by UK-based firm Newfoundland, will be available in Tesco stores and pharmacies across the country from Monday (October 30).

Strep A tests to be sold in Tesco and pharmacies in the UK - see how to get yours

Hampshire hospitals staff take on 25-mile walk to raise money for charity

Hampshire hospitals staff take on 25-mile walk to raise money for charity

Age Concern Hampshire is running foot care clinics

Charity improving the lives of residents through its foot care clinics

Children aged two and three can get a free nasal spray flu vaccine at their GP practice

Free flu vaccines available for children in Hampshire

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The Crown Heights Medical Centre in Basingstoke

Basingstoke man with ADHD speaks out on medication shortages and service changes

The bacteria, potentially present in Enoki mushrooms, can cause fever, vomiting and headaches, convulsions, and in some cases meningitis

FSA issues warning to pregnant women over bacteria linked to meningitis

More hospital buildings in England have been revealed to have used RAAC

Rise in number of English hospitals affected by unsafe concrete: See full list

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Restart a Heart Day

Defibrillator installed at Basingstoke station inspired by student who died suddenly

PFAS, or “forever chemicals”, have been linked to health issues such as liver damage, testicular cancer and developmental defects in unborn children

Drinking water contains chemicals linked to cancer and liver damage, scientists warn

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GPs take part in Great South Run to raise money for ECG machine

GPs take part in Great South Run to raise money for ECG machine

The DWP will pay out £400 to anyone with one of these skin conditions

DWP to pay anyone with one of these skin conditions £400 a month

Oakley care home celebrates creative arts with special day event

Oakley care home celebrates creative arts with special day event

Crown Heights GPs to take part in Great South Run to fundraise for new ECG machine

Crown Heights GPs to take part in Great South Run to fundraise for new ECG machine

Pharmacy cancels flu vaccine appointments in Basingstoke because of 'staff shortage'

Pharmacy cancels flu vaccine appointments in Basingstoke because of 'staff shortage'

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The bowel cake by Sugar Spice Cakes

Patient thanks hospital staff after surgery with cake made look like a bowel