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Injured SA greyhound trainer ordered to return $40k in compensation

Injured SA greyhound trainer ordered to return $40k in compensation

A greyhound trainer, who was struck by a 28-kilogram "mechanical lure" travelling at 70 kilometres per hour, has been ordered to return compensation to the sport's peak racing body.

Michigan reports first US deaths in cyclosporiasis outbreak

CNA

Michigan reports first US deaths in cyclosporiasis outbreak

The outbreak of the intestinal illness has been linked to iceberg lettuce from some operations in central Mexico, but authorities are still seeking other potential sources.

CNA

Unborn baby has pioneering surgery inside the womb. Now his doctor is waiting to see if it was a success

CBC

Unborn baby has pioneering surgery inside the womb. Now his doctor is waiting to see if it was a success

For some babies diagnosed with gastroschisis in the womb, treatment can mean surgery followed by months of medical appointments afterward. In more complex cases, the birth defect — in which a baby's intestines develop outside the body…

CBC

NHS radiographers report rise in overt racist abuse by patients

The Guardian

NHS radiographers report rise in overt racist abuse by patients

Survey reveals medics were called ‘monkeys’ and ‘dirty foreigners’, and patients refused to be seen by black or Asian staff NHS radiographers are experiencing racist abuse by patients, who have called them “monkeys” and refused to be seen…

The Guardian

'Nature doesn't follow your plans': Solo walker recounts rescue from Overland Track

'Nature doesn't follow your plans': Solo walker recounts rescue from Overland Track

An experienced Tasmanian hiker has recounted her experience of misadventure — not knowing if her emergency locator beacon was still working after plunging into icy water.

Canada offers five permanent residency options for doctors

The Punch

Canada offers five permanent residency options for doctors

Explore five permanent residency options for doctors seeking to relocate and practice in Canada. Discover pathways like Express Entry, PNP, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/canada-offers-five-permanent-residency-options-for-doctors/

The Punch

UFC fighter Allan Nascimento dies aged 34 after apparent heart attack

Times of India

UFC fighter Allan Nascimento dies aged 34 after apparent heart attack

UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento has died at the age of 34, just weeks after his most recent fight. The promotion confirmed he suffered a medical emergency and shared details in an official statement. A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt…

Times of India

'It's getting worse': The rising levels of racist abuse being directed at NHS staff

Sky News

'It's getting worse': The rising levels of racist abuse being directed at NHS staff

NHS staff have been called "dirty foreigners" and "monkeys" amid a "noticeable" and "unacceptable" rise in racism from patients, a survey has found.

Sky News

Paramedic who sexually assaulted patients in ambulance gets parole, but can’t enter Hawke’s Bay

Stuff

Paramedic who sexually assaulted patients in ambulance gets parole, but can’t enter Hawke’s Bay

King was granted parole in April last year.

Stuff

Melbourne public hospital doctors to strike next week

Melbourne public hospital doctors to strike next week

Doctors at some of Melbourne's biggest public hospitals will walk off the job next week as part of a pay and conditions dispute with the state government.

Bangkok Post

Health ministry steps up weed enforcement rules

The Ministry of Public Health has stepped up enforcement of cannabis rules, revealing the results of operations conducted since October.

Bangkok Post

12yo relies on blood donors to keep her alive, but there's a big shortage

12yo relies on blood donors to keep her alive, but there's a big shortage

More than 12,000 blood donors are needed over the next seven days as the nation faces ongoing shortages of type O and A blood supplies.