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Brian Thompson tragedy: Does it reflect deeper issues in healthcare systems worldwide?

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Sugar and heart health: Are sugary drinks more harmful than desserts?

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Should the Gov offer weight loss injections to the unemployed?

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Alternatives to salt: How can we season our dishes healthily?

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Food allergies or food intolerances: do you suffer from any of them? How do you manage them?

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Assistive technology for people with disabilities: How has it improved your life?

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Climate and pollution: What impact do they have on chronic illnesses?

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Are public places accessible enough for people with disabilities?

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Mental Health Bill: What are your thoughts?

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Corticosteroid treatments: What should you keep in mind?

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Sleep deprivation: What does it do to you?

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Are pharmaceutical companies doing enough to support patients?

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NHS launches free antismoking pill: Will it make a difference?

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Should bacon carry tobacco-style health warnings?

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Is the media’s portrayal of chronic illness accurate or misleading?

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Hydration: Are we really supposed to drink 2 L of water a day?

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Is it your responsibility to educate others?

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New NHS funding: What are your thoughts?

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Is there too much stigma around using mobility aids?

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