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US firefighters responded to a hot air balloon that crashed into power lines in Rochester, Minnesota. The passengers were attempting to land the balloon in a field after passing through strong winds. But after hitting the power lines, a fire broke out in the area of the crash and the basket became detached.Three people were on board, two of them receiving minor injuries. Source link

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Image source, Getty ImagesThe prescription drug pregabalin has been linked to a number of deaths in the UK and around the world. Many users buy the drug illegally on the black market, often from unregulated websites.What is pregabalin and what is it used for?It comes as tablets, capsules or in liquid form, and may be called Alzain, Axalid or Lyrica, depending on the brand. Prescription rates are showing signs of levelling off across the UK, but doctors say it can be a very useful treatment for patients when taken correctly, and should remain available. What are the side effects of…

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Peter Johnson, National Clinical Director for Cancer at NHS England, says: “The NHS has shown it can lead the way on innovation in cancer diagnosis and treatment, and this pilot is another example of our commitment to getting patients cutting-edge treatments and therapies to improve outcomes, giving people facing lung cancer more precious time with loved ones.”

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