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Jo Fricker, Iain Camero and Suella Braverman outside Rowans Hospice

Delight as cash-strapped hospice secures extra cash to run services

The common symptoms that could be a sign of hay fever, a cold or even Covid as cases continue to rise.

How to tell the difference between hay fever a cold or Covid

New NSPCC research has found that even the most popular social media platforms are failing girls at every stage, making them vulnerable to grooming, abuse, and harassment.

Social media platforms failing to protect girls from harm at every stage: NSPCC

Henry Anderson, Finbogo

‘I didn’t know where to start’: a quarter of adults in Portsmouth lost in the me...

Pictured: Winchester Coroners Court © Jordan Pettitt/Solent News & Photo Agency

Bipolar woman at hospital died after choking on cake in wrapper

The Portsmouth Tennis Centre team celebrate being awarded the prestigious Tennis Opened Up Award at the LTA Tennis Awards.

Portsmouth sports centre named most inclusive in the nation

Mikey Osbourne (37) from Portsmouth, is severely disabled after drug misuse in 2013 which left him with a brain injury. Mikey is taking on a charity static bike ride cycling 60-80 miles at the Mountbatten Centre on Wednesday 21st May raising money for Headway.

Inspirational Portsmouth man takes on epic bike challenge for charity

A SpaMedica building

SpaMedica launches glaucoma service in Hampshire

A boil your tap water alert has been issued in some parts of the UK 'until further notice'.

'Boil tap water' warning issued after bacteria discovery

Nick Smith, who is living with MND, pictured with his son, Henry.

Romsey man calls upon rugby community’s team spirit to fight for a world free fr...

These are before and after images of Jamie, another 47 Skin user

47 Skin: The UK skincare brand that actually works

MAN v FAT Havant players

Havant fat-fighting footballers shortlisted for two National Awards

Red Squirrel OT CIC

Portsmouth expert welcomes national spotlight on hoarding crisis and calls for u...

Choose sunglasses with UV protection

The future is bright, wear shades (but proper ones!)

Our Furture Health clinic to set up a mobile clinic in the car park of Morrisons on Lakesmere Road, Horndean, between May 22 and May 31.

Residents given chance to join UK's largest health research programme

Hospitals in some areas of the UK have been restricting visitors over a rise in the cases of norovirus.

'Do not attend hospital': Warning to people with these symptoms

Some hospitals have decided to restrict visitors amid the outbreak 🤢

Sarah McCann

12 eateries with the worst food hygiene ratings released in April

With cases on the rise, this is how to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid symptoms.

How to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid as cases rise

Emma Barber

International Nurses Day: shining a light on our incredible nurses at PHU

BH Live has launched its free 'PT in the Park' sessions which will run throughout the summer.

BH Live launches free 'PT in the Park' sessions

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Emergency Department at Queen Alexandra Hospital 'very busy'

Life Solved Live: Technologies that can shape the future of healthcare

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

Kevin Brookes, 51, from Waterlooville, was awarded £7,000 in compensation after tooth decay went undiagnosed across multiple teeth.

Man awarded £7,000 in compensation after dental nightmare

Nina and Jon met the crew that saved Nina's life in February 2023 after she suffered a cardiac arrest at home.

"I'm forever grateful" - woman meets emergency crews who saved her

Shades of Scarlet raised over £900 for the BHF at the Wedgewood Rooms.

HSDC Band Raises Over £900 In Charity Gig

QA Hospital visitor restrictions fully lifted as norovirus cases ease

Visitor restriction at QA Hospital have now been fully lifted as cases of norovirus ease.

Joe Williams

New research has suggested that low levels of Vitamin B2 deficiency are linked to cognitive dysfunction.

Warning as low levels of this vitamin could increase dementia risk

Scott Stevens and Jemma Graham, the parents of Penelope Kim Rose Stevens, outside Winchester Coroners Court, Hants.

Parents speak out following inquest into "beautiful" daughter's death

As the disposable vape ban is set to come in from June 1, many vape users are switching to nicotine pouches.

Nicotine pouches are rising in popularity ahead of vape ban

Pharmacists are warning those eligible for a Covid booster to get their jab as cases continue to rise.

Brits warned of Covid risk this Bank Holiday weekend as cases surge

Stephen Morgan MP

Political opinion: City MP welcomes £1.1 million solar power investment in Ports...

From sneezes, to itchy eyes and sore throats, an estimated 10 million people in the UK live with hay fever.

Five essential tips to ease hay fever symptoms in adults

Babies and young children can become ill during very hot weather, this is how you can help them cool down.

Keep your baby cool during the hot weather with these five expert tips

Cathy Pogson

Hospital pharmacist awarded major kidney fellowship

The Levoit Core 200S is a perfect size for home offices

This smart air purifier has helped my wife with hayfever this spring

The number of people being hospitalised with flu in England is "rising at a very concerning rate", with Covid, Norovirus and RSV also pressurising hospitals.

QA Hospital ward to close as extra demands on services subsides

Penny Stevens with her brother Charlie.

'Beautiful' girl, 3, died of Strep A after leaving 'busy' hospital

Solar panels on Emergency Department roof at Queen Alexandra Hospital

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust secures more than £1 million pounds of...

Queen Alexandra Hospital

QA Hospital to benefit from over £1m worth of solar panels

Milton Jones will no longer be performing in Portsmouth after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Milton Jones cancels city show - diagnosed with prostate cancer

The Prostate Gland Band at the Prostate Cancer awareness raiser

Sell-out charity music event raises the roof – and over £1,500 for Prostate Canc...

Rhysa Phommachanh, Health and Personal Care Specialist at Landys Chemist, has shared her post-marathon recovery plan.

London Marathon 2025: Five top tips for post-marathon recovery

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Visiting returns to normal at 'majority of inpatient' wards at QA

Drugs like Ozempic, which is a treatment for type 2 diabetes, have become household names for weight loss.

Serious side effects of weight loss drugs as experts issue warning

Hundreds of thousands of young people take part in DofE activities every year

DofE kit sorted: Top Craghoppers picks for expeditions

London marathon runners have been warned ahead of the warm weather this weekend.

Warning issued to London Marathon runners as temperatures set to soar

The dopamine diet is the latest digital detox trend taking off on social media.

Three top tips on how to do a digital detox and avoid scrolling

Paramedics punched, headbutted and spat at amid violent surge

Fertility rates are predicted to fall 24% below replacement rate by 2045

Experts call for better fertility education as study reveals fertility knowledge...

DJ Matt Edmondson

Youngsters delay toilet trips until they are sure they can't be heard

The supermarket chain’s new online pharmacy has taken off this year

Morrisons’ online clinic can give women more control over their health

DIRTEA's award-winning mushroom coffee

Ditch the jitters – coffee alternative gives focus without the crash

Rose at Queen Alexandra Hospital

Grateful patient shares journey in advancing cancer research

Strict QA visitor restrictions still in place due to norovirus

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