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NHS Winter Crisis and Drug Epidemic
The NHS is facing a more challenging winter than usual, with an additional £140m investment announced by Health Secretary Yvette Cooper. Meanwhile, police in Chicago are intensifying efforts to combat a new drug epidemic.
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BBC News
BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as America battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
2026-10-18 05:30 UTC
BBC News
Yvette Cooper has announced £140m investment in England's urgent care system, after summer heatwaves piled pressure on the NHS.
2026-10-18 07:05 UTC