Stephen Gilbert, 74, from Aghalee, has been fitted with a newly designed prosthetic ear that holds a hearing aid, allowing him to hear on his left side for the first time. The bespoke prosthesis was made by the oral and maxillofacial surgery service at the Ulster Hospital, the only service of its kind in Northern Ireland.
A personalised cancer vaccine given alongside an established immunotherapy drug cut the risk of melanoma returning or spreading in a large trial. Researchers say the results could be a turning point in cancer treatment, though longer-term studies are still needed.
Libraries in North Yorkshire are lending free Wintering Well kits, including a therapeutic light lamp, a guidebook and an online course, to help people cope with winter low mood as the clocks go back. Jenny Barrie, 73, who chairs Bedale Community Library, says the kit is already helping her feel more motivated.
Two women in their sixties graduated from the University of Suffolk this week after studying part-time. Angi Mariani and Angela Moss say it is never too late to learn, and that studying has boosted their confidence.
