A rare public health alert has been issued after a fast-moving meningitis outbreak in Kent that has so far left two young people dead and prompted targeted vaccinations at local universities.Health authorities say there have been around 20 confirmed or suspected cases linked to an incident that appears to have originated at a nightclub in Canterbury.Officials describe the cluster’s rapid spread...

Money expert Martin Lewis has apologised after a breathless turn on his ITV programme, saying there was simply too much to cover in the slot and he hoped viewers still found something useful.He thanked former Labour leader Ed Miliband for joining the show to discuss the government’s home heating oil plan, and acknowledged his delivery felt hurried as the programme ran long.Lewis also warned...

Health officials are investigating an outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent after two young people died and others remain seriously ill.The issue was raised during Prime Minister's Questions, where Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer expressed sympathy for the families and said public health teams are tracing close contacts, distributing antibiotics and preparing a targeted vaccination...

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Surgery has been practiced for thousands of years, evolving from crude procedures to sophisticated medical interventions. The earliest recorded surgeries date back to prehistoric times, with evidence found in ancient human skulls.Trepanation: The Oldest Known Surgery (~7000 BCE)The earliest form of surgery was trepanation, a procedure where a hole was drilled or scraped into the...

Canon Inc., a name synonymous with innovation and excellence in the world of photography, has a rich history that spans nearly a century. From its humble beginnings in a small Tokyo apartment to becoming one of the most influential camera manufacturers in the world, Canon's journey is a testament to its commitment to quality, innovation, and the art of photography. The Early Years: The...