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    Swallowing a sponge on a piece of string could help prevent a deadly form of cancer, experts claim.
  • Speed of ageing is 'slowing down'
    The cost burden of ageing populations in industrialised nations may not be as much as feared because of improved health, a study suggests.
  • Prostate tests call for 'at risk'
    Screening men with a family history of breast and ovarian cancer can lead to early diagnosis of prostate cancer, says a study.
  • Hospital boss summoned to inquest
    The chief executive of an NHS trust appears at an inquest into an elderly patient's death after she was summoned by the coroner.
  • Second death linked to outbreak
    Health officials are investigating a second death which is being linked to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in south Wales.
  • Payout after brain tumour mistake
    A former clergyman receives undisclosed substantial damages after a Nottingham hospital fails to diagnose a brain tumour.
  • NHS IT costs to be cut by £700m
    The government has announced £700m of savings in the national IT programme for the NHS in England, cutting the overall cost to £11.4bn.
  • Vitamin 'may stop' spina bifida
    Scientists begin a study to determine if an everyday vitamin supplement could help prevent a common birth defect.
  • Dr Dre or The Cure? Study into music on prescription
    Patients could be prescribed music tailored to their needs as a result of new university research.
  • Vitamin B 'puts off Alzheimer's'
    A new study suggests high doses of B vitamins may halve the rate of brain shrinkage in older people experiencing some of the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.
  • Vitamin B 'puts off Alzheimer's'
    High doses of B vitamins may slow the rate of brain shrinkage in older people experiencing warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, a study says.
  • Outbreak probe at industry sites
    There are now 12 cases linked to a Legionnaires' outbreak, as health officials focus on south Wales industrial sites in the search for the cause.
  • Legionnaires' source sought
    Health officials seeking the source of a Legionnaires' outbreak which has been linked to the death of a 64-year-old woman are focusing on industrial premises
  • More obesity ops 'will save cash'
    Millions of pounds are lost in England by the failure of the NHS to provide more obesity operations, a study says.
  • Secrets of good dancing uncovered
    Scientists carry out the first rigorous analysis of dance moves that make men attractive to women.
  • ME 'could be caused by a virus'
    Scientists in Scotland have found further evidence that ME, or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, could be caused by a virus.
  • Cancer treatment
    Experts warn that radiotherapy is wrongly perceived as 'second best'
  • Medieval munchies
    How an ancient diet could aid healthy eating
  • Speaking the lingo
    Does the NHS do enough for non-English speakers?
  • More than once bitten
    Why bed-bugs are on the march again
  • Hip fracture 'was excruciating'
    Amy Brown, who fractured her hip four months ago, speaks to the BBC about her experience.
  • Just a prop
    Does a Tony Blair-style drink habit do you any harm?
  • Long, slow goodbye
    Husband speaks of the woman he lost over many years to dementia
  • North-South split in alcohol harm
    Figures reveal stark geographical divisions in the toll alcohol takes on health in England.
  • Casualty of weight loss surgery
    A man who lost 12 stone after a gastric bypass has to be fed by tube because his body cannot cope with solid food.
  • Phone app to monitor heartbeat
    More than three million doctors have downloaded a phone application to monitor heartbeats through a phone.
  • Motion capture clue to human behaviour
    The system of digitising actors to create characters in films like Avatar is being used to measure human behaviour in real life.
  • Organic goods
    Could allowing the sale of body parts be the way to encourage donors?
  • Mental challenge
    How will the Chilean miners deal with being trapped underground?
  • Overload on Es
    'The day I ate as many additives as possible'
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    • You have the right to say which school you would prefer your child to attend, regardless of the school's location. Your right to express a preference does not guarantee you a place at the school if it is oversubscribed.

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    BBC Health

    BBC News - Health
  • 'Sponge checks' for cancer risk
    Swallowing a sponge on a piece of string could help prevent a deadly form of cancer, experts claim.
  • Speed of ageing is 'slowing down'
    The cost burden of ageing populations in industrialised nations may not be as much as feared because of improved health, a study suggests.
  • Prostate tests call for 'at risk'
    Screening men with a family history of breast and ovarian cancer can lead to early diagnosis of prostate cancer, says a study.
  • Hospital boss summoned to inquest
    The chief executive of an NHS trust appears at an inquest into an elderly patient's death after she was summoned by the coroner.
  • Second death linked to outbreak
    Health officials are investigating a second death which is being linked to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in south Wales.
  • Payout after brain tumour mistake
    A former clergyman receives undisclosed substantial damages after a Nottingham hospital fails to diagnose a brain tumour.
  • NHS IT costs to be cut by £700m
    The government has announced £700m of savings in the national IT programme for the NHS in England, cutting the overall cost to £11.4bn.
  • Vitamin 'may stop' spina bifida
    Scientists begin a study to determine if an everyday vitamin supplement could help prevent a common birth defect.
  • Dr Dre or The Cure? Study into music on prescription
    Patients could be prescribed music tailored to their needs as a result of new university research.
  • Vitamin B 'puts off Alzheimer's'
    A new study suggests high doses of B vitamins may halve the rate of brain shrinkage in older people experiencing some of the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.
  • Vitamin B 'puts off Alzheimer's'
    High doses of B vitamins may slow the rate of brain shrinkage in older people experiencing warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, a study says.
  • Outbreak probe at industry sites
    There are now 12 cases linked to a Legionnaires' outbreak, as health officials focus on south Wales industrial sites in the search for the cause.
  • Legionnaires' source sought
    Health officials seeking the source of a Legionnaires' outbreak which has been linked to the death of a 64-year-old woman are focusing on industrial premises
  • More obesity ops 'will save cash'
    Millions of pounds are lost in England by the failure of the NHS to provide more obesity operations, a study says.
  • Secrets of good dancing uncovered
    Scientists carry out the first rigorous analysis of dance moves that make men attractive to women.
  • ME 'could be caused by a virus'
    Scientists in Scotland have found further evidence that ME, or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, could be caused by a virus.
  • Cancer treatment
    Experts warn that radiotherapy is wrongly perceived as 'second best'
  • Medieval munchies
    How an ancient diet could aid healthy eating
  • Speaking the lingo
    Does the NHS do enough for non-English speakers?
  • More than once bitten
    Why bed-bugs are on the march again
  • Hip fracture 'was excruciating'
    Amy Brown, who fractured her hip four months ago, speaks to the BBC about her experience.
  • Just a prop
    Does a Tony Blair-style drink habit do you any harm?
  • Long, slow goodbye
    Husband speaks of the woman he lost over many years to dementia
  • North-South split in alcohol harm
    Figures reveal stark geographical divisions in the toll alcohol takes on health in England.
  • Casualty of weight loss surgery
    A man who lost 12 stone after a gastric bypass has to be fed by tube because his body cannot cope with solid food.
  • Phone app to monitor heartbeat
    More than three million doctors have downloaded a phone application to monitor heartbeats through a phone.
  • Motion capture clue to human behaviour
    The system of digitising actors to create characters in films like Avatar is being used to measure human behaviour in real life.
  • Organic goods
    Could allowing the sale of body parts be the way to encourage donors?
  • Mental challenge
    How will the Chilean miners deal with being trapped underground?
  • Overload on Es
    'The day I ate as many additives as possible'
  • Follow There4U

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    Who's Online

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    Copyright

    © 2010 There4U


    Designed by:

    Your Rights
    03
    Dec
    2009
    Your Rights PDF Print
    Links - Your Rights

     

     

    We have supplied links to services that we believe to be of good conduct, but are not responsible for information they provide or how it is used. If you have health queries we strongly recommend consulting a professional.

     

     

    Benefits

    Age Concern We have launched a national campaign called ‘More Money in your Pocket’ to help you claim all the benefits you are owed. If you are missing out on anything‚ we'll soon tell you and can even help to fill in all the claim forms.
    Carers UK Carers are entitled to Carers Allowance and could also be entitled other benefits from the government too.
    Citizen’s Advice Bureau Advice Guide

    Benefits in England


    Department for Works and Pensions  Providing links to all their services and benefits

    Working Age

    Pensions & Retirement

    Families & Children

    Disabled People & Carers

    Jobcentre Plus

    Seafarers' Advice & Information Line (Formerly known as Seafarers Benefits Advice Line) is a UK based advice service operated by the Greenwich Citizens Advice Bureaux Ltd (GCAB) on behalf of Seamen's Hospital Society


    Your Rights

    Advicenow  is an independent, not-for-profit website providing accurate, up-to-date information on rights and legal issues

    Communities & Local Government  Your Rights as a Council Tenant

    Connexions Direct  Your rights advice for young people

    Consumer Direct Your rights concerning comsum er goods
    Directgov Government, citizens and rights

    Equality and Human Rights Commission  The commission is working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.

    Health & Safety Executive All workers are entitled to work in environments where risks to their health and safety are properly controlled. Under health and safety law, the primary responsibility for this is down to employers

    Parents Centre School choice: your rights

    A guide to the admission process

    • Your child has the right to a place in school while they are between the ages of 5 to 16 years old.

    • You have the right to say which school you would prefer your child to attend, regardless of the school's location. Your right to express a preference does not guarantee you a place at the school if it is oversubscribed.

    • By law, your local authority (LA) must offer your child a school place.

    • If your child is not offered a place at your preferred school, you have the right to appeal to an independent panel.

    Work Smart  Your rights at work

    Your Rights

    This is Liberty’s website to provide support to individuals and organisations who wish to understand and enforce their rights under the Human Rights Act 1998

     

    Last Updated on Wednesday, 25 August 2010 09:46