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Hospital fire shuts minor injury ward in South Bristol

A small fire in the newly opened South Bristol Community Hospital has meant that patients requiring urgent medical advice are being forced to go to their GP, a walk-in centre, or an A&E department.  The fire broke out in the early hours of the morning, which forced staff to cancel and rearrange scheduled procedures and appointments.  A total of 58 patients were in the building at the time when the fire was discovered in a plant room on the roof (04:25 BST).

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Cyclists fight for their safety on the roads

The beginning of the week saw yet another cyclist killed on a London road where no space is dedicated for cycling.  Only a week today, the day before the accident, tens of thousands participated in the traffic-free RideLondon event to protest the lack of cycle paths in the UK.

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Scientists reveal link between rugby and dementia

Although early onset dementia has only ever been associated with boxing, Dr. Willie Stewart - a brain injury specialist - has revealed a worrying link between the illness and many other high impact/injury sports, including rugby.  A recent BBC interview heard Dr. Willie Stewart discussing research that he had carried out with a former rugby player over the last few months.  He examined tissue sections and discovered abnormal proteins that are usually related to dementia and head injuries.

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Life on medication for Hereford metal worker

Steven Bond-Lewis will spend the rest of his life on medication following a serious accident at his workplace.  The metal worker from Hereford was crushed by falling machinery containing molten metal, leaving him with such severe organ damage that he expects to live the rest of his life on medication.

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Woman mauled by dog on Blackpool promenade

Detectives have released details regarding a recent dog attack that took place on Blackpool promenade.  Lesley Wilson (54) was viciously attacked at around 23:00 BST on the 8th July near the sea wall, in the south side of the popular resort.  Following the attack, Ms Wilson has endured two operations – one being a skin graft.

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