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Blood inquiry judge: ‘Many left in grinding hardship’

All those affected by the contaminated blood scandal should receive the same financial support, no matter where they live in the UK, says the judge in charge of the inquiry. Sir Brian Langstaff said there was “no proper justification” for the “grinding hardship of many”. Nearly 3,000 people died in the biggest treatment disaster in… Read More: Blood inquiry judge: ‘Many left in grinding hardship’ »

Medical News Today: Financial hardship may accelerate aging

Research shows that adults who spend as few as 4 years in economic hardship could be at risk of accelerated aging in comparison with adults who do not experience periods of poverty. New research examines the effects of financial difficulties on aging. The term accelerated aging describes people who are physically less capable at an… Read More: Medical News Today: Financial hardship may accelerate aging »