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Ten-year-old Willow among children to benefit from pioneering same-day test to spot infections

Respiratory samples from more than 100 critically ill young patients at London's Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) were sent for what is known as metagenomic testing. It can identify bacteria, viruses and fungi from a…

Oliver Rackham obituary

Believing that a child's parents were vital in every consultation and decision, he championed parental involvement on the neonatal unit long before the idea became mainstream. In the fragile world of neonates, where life…

The Guardian view on food security: we have just-in-time, we need just-in-case | Editorial

On Sunday, hackers forced up the temperatures of refrigerators in hundreds of food stores across France to as high as 50C, resulting in waste and fires. Beyond the immediate destruction and inconvenience, it raised the…

Trans women no longer to be placed on female-only wards under new NHS England guidance

The new rules, published on Thursday, mean single-sex wards, toilets and changing rooms will be used by people based on their biological sex, not their gender identity. The guidance states that trans people should be…

Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England says

It says when this is not "clinically appropriate" then alternative arrangements should be made and the dignity and safety of all patients should be maintained. The guidance also says staff facilities should be used by…

Creswell Heritage and Wellbeing Centre celebrates official opening

The opening took place on Monday 12 October, bringing together local residents, councillors, the Mayor of Bolsover, representatives from local schools and community organisations. Guests were welcomed by Paul Battiste…

Gower College Swansea announces new home for College rugby at St Helen’s

From this year, St Helen’s Rugby will become the new home of Gower College Swansea rugby, with students using the venue for learning, practical sessions and training. The College’s rugby team will also play its home…

From Classroom to Combat: College Alumnus Makes a Career of Staging Fights

An Equity Registered Fight Director, teacher and author, Andrew attended the College from 1988 to 1990 before progressing to Guildford School of Acting (GSA). He still remembers the creativity, encouragement and talent…

IMI Skills Competitions finalists gear up for National Finals with expert masterclasses

As the professional body for the automotive sector that champions people and recognises professional excellence, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Skills Competitions provide an opportunity for talented students…

Winchester’s Philippa named Educator of the Year by Physiotherapy Society

Physiotherapy students are required to complete 1,000 hours on placement as part of their three-year course but finding placements in traditional settings has become increasingly difficult. In 2023 Senior Lecturer in…