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An expert working in a charity job has suggested that people suffering from diabetes take solace from new research.
A report from the University of Leeds claims scientists have discovered a new gene which could help prevent heart disease in relevant groups.
Jenny Hirst, co-chair of the Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust, said: "We are very interested in the results ... these problems are such a worry to people wit...

Premature babies undergoing surgery are more sensitive to pain, so professionals in care jobs need to manage the situation effectively, according to an expert.
Sarah Montagu, admin secretary for the Association of Radical Midwives, said administering more pain killers is not the way to help the little ones cope.
"You have to think of ways that you can ameliorate the pain without compromising the baby ... t...

Research published by professionals working in health care jobs can give "false hope" to people living with the diseases discussed.
This is the opinion of Penny Hibberd, director of the Dementia Service Development Centre South East, who said the media should also take responsibility for the way stories are interpreted.
"It's good there is a lot of research going on ... [but] people think that i...

The annual Broadcasting, Entertainment, Cinematograph and Theatre Union (BECTU) Freelancer's Fair is returning to London in June, with those in media jobs expected to attend.
Taking place at Savoy Place on June 11th, the event will offer seminars, exhibitions and workshops to those in the industry who work on a self-employed basis or are considering the switch to freelancing.
Nicola Lees, author of Greenlit: Dev...

The falling price of alcohol in supermarkets will increase the amount of help needed to be provided to those who have a problem with drinking by people in care jobs, it has been said.
According to Chris Sorek, chief executive of alcohol awareness charity Drinkaware, binge drinking is already one of the largest problems in UK society and steps will need to be taken to minimise the effects of misuse.
Mr Sorek was ...