X @HappyPunchConor McGregor has cast doubt on his UFC future[/caption]
The Mega AgencyMcGregor is set to focus on politics following his trip to the White House[/caption]
McGregor has since shown a lack of desire to make his UFC comeback, instead focussing on politics.
The Notorious visited US president Donald Trump at the White House earlier this month and subsequently announced that he will run to become the president of Ireland.
He is now determined to focus his energy on his country as opposed to his MMA career.
Asked earlier this week if and when he will make a return to the UFC, McGregor said: “I’ve got two fights on the contract, I’m in negotiations…
“Last week something happened to me. I went to the White House, and, my heart bleeds for my country right now.
“So there’s a lot of stuff going on back home… I’m happy with what I’ve done.
“There’s something else for me that’s in my gut right now. And that’s where I’m going.
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“So we’ll see. Greatness don’t rush. And right now Ireland is in my thoughts.
7 days agoViral XComments Off on ‘Stay away from hospitals’ health chiefs warn as cases of horror D&V bug remain ‘stubbornly high’
BRITS have been urged to stay away from hospitals as wards remain riddled with cases of a winter bug that causes violent bouts of vomiting and diarrhoea.
Norovirus, known as the ‘winter vomiting bug’, is more prevalent during the colder winter months when people are staying indoors, which helps the bug spread.
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Signs and symptoms you need to know
But this year’s wave has stayed “stubbornly high” well into spring, health chiefs say, with new data revealing levels of the virus in hospitals in England are 62 per cent higher than the same period last year.
New figures published by the NHS today also show 903 patients a day were in hospital with norovirus last week (March 23), up from 899 the previous week.
And levels in hospitals are the highest they’ve ever been at the start of Spring, according to data – well above the equivalent total at this stage in 2024 (556) and 2023 (557).
Norovirus can be very unpleasant, but it usually clears up within two days. Most people can recover at home with rest and plenty of fluids
However, severe dehydration from constant vomiting and diarrhoea can land people in hospital – especially the very young, elderly, or those with a weakened immune system.
The virus is highly contagious, making outbreaks common in semi-closed environments like hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and nurseries
Professor Sir Stephen Powis, NHS England national medical director, said: “While the worst of winter is no doubt over for NHS staff, virus rates in our hospitals remain stubbornly high and we are still feeling the pressure – the green shoots of spring for the NHS aren’t showing just yet.
“Hospitals continue to run at near capacity, while the added pressure from almost one in seven beds taken up by patients who don’t need to be in hospital hasn’t relented for 12 weeks and counting.
“It’s vital that the public continue to use 999 and A&E in life-threatening emergencies and use NHS 111 – and 111 online – if you need advice and support for other conditions”
The latest NHS figures also show an average of 13,388 hospital beds per day were filled last week in England with patients who were fit to be discharged.
This is down from 13,643 the previous week.
The number peaked this winter at 14,087 in early February.
Meanwhile, 27.3 per cent of patients arriving by ambulance at hospitals last week waited at least 30 minutes to be handed over to A&E teams.
This is broadly unchanged from 27.4 per cent the previous week and is well below the winter peak of 42.2 per cent at the start of January.
Some 8.9 per cent of ambulance handovers last week were delayed by more than an hour – again, broadly unchanged week-on-week (9.0 per cent) and some way below the winter peak (21.3 per cent).
When to call 111 and 999 for norovirus
NOROVIRUS usually goes away on its own after a couple of days and doesn't require medical attention.
But you might need to speak to a doctor if:
You’re worried about your baby who is younger than 12 months
Your child stops breast or bottle feeding while they’re ill
You think your child under five might be dehydrated – signs could include fewer wet nappies
You’ve used rehydration sachets but still have signs of dehydration
You or your child keep being sick and can’t keep fluids down
You or your child have bloody diarrhoea or start bleeding from the bottom
You or your child have diarrhoea for more than seven days or are vomiting for more than two days
And if you spot any of the following signs, it’s vital to seek urgent care:
Blood in your vomit
Vomit that looks like ground coffee
Green vomit (adults) or yellow-green vomit (children)
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7 days agoViral XComments Off on Millions on prepayment meters need to do urgent check ahead of switching heating off
MORE than four million people with a prepayment meter need to complete a vital check before they turn their heating off.
As the weather improves many of us will have decided now is the time to switch off our central heating for the warmer months.
AlamyMillions of people need to do a prepayment meter check to avoid falling into debt[/caption]
But those with a prepayment meter need to be careful as they could find themselves in debt when they come to turn their heating on again.
This is because you still need to pay a daily standing charge, which is a fee for being connected to the grid.
You have to pay it even if you are not currently using any gas or electricity.
The amount of standing charge you must pay depends on where you live, what tariff you are on and supplier you have.
On average, prepayment meter customers pay an electricity standing charge of 26p per kWh and a gas charge of 6.78p per kWh.
But if you do not have any credit on your meter then you will have to pay back all the standing charges you owe when you next top up.
This could mean you do not have enough money on your meter to pay for the electricity and gas you want to use.
For example, if you owe £15 in standing charges but top up your meter by £20 then the meter would take what you owe and you would be left with just £5.
This could mean you are forced to top up again the next day.
Or if you have not put enough money in your account then it is possible that as a last resort your supply could be disconnected.
Alex Belsham-Harris, Head of Energy Policy at Citizens Advice, said it’s important to keep your meter topped up, even in the summer.
He said: “When you’re on a prepayment meter, this charge builds up as debt if you don’t have credit to pay it.
“We recommend keeping your prepayment meter topped up even when not using your heating, like during warmer months, as this avoids building up a large standing charge debt, which you may struggle to pay back when you next top up your meter.”
How do I top up my prepayment meter?
With a prepayment meter you pay for the energy you want to use in advance, which can help you keep on top of your spending.
What to do if you can't pay your bills
FALLING behind on your energy bills can be extremely stressful.
If you’re struggling to pay what you owe, contact your supplier as soon as possible.
Your provider has to help you come up with a solution, and you should be able to negotiate a deal that works for you both.
One option is to agree a payment plan where you pay off your debts in affordable instalments.
You may be able to pay off your debts directly from your benefits through the Fuel Direct Scheme.
A fixed amount will automatically be taken to cover what you owe plus your usage.
To be eligible, you must be getting one of the following benefits:
Income-based jobseeker’s allowance
Income support
income-related employment and support allowance
Pension credit
Universal Credit (but only if you’re not working)
If you cannot come to an agreement with your supplier, they may try to force you to get a prepayment meter installed.
In very rare cases, where you refuse to negotiate, your supplier might threaten you with disconnection.
Your meter will tell you how much credit you have on your account.
This balance will fall when you use the energy you have paid for.
Your meter will warn you when your balance is low, which should give you time to top it up before its balance falls to zero.
Your supplier should have given you a card or key which can be used to top up your energy meter when it was installed.
Take the card or key to a Payzone, PayPoint or Post Office outlet.
Simply give them the key, along with the money you want to top up.
The minimum payment is £1 and you have to top up in full pounds.
Once the credit is applied to your card or key you simply insert it into your meter and add the credit.
What should I do if I am struggling to top up?
If you have a prepayment meter and are struggling to keep on top of your payments then there is plenty of help out there.
Ben Gallizzi, energy expert at Uswitch explains: “To avoid falling into debt, try to get into the habit of topping up regularly with enough money to cover your average monthly bill.
“If you’re struggling to pay your energy bill, get in touch with your suppliers as soon as possible, and they should be able to offer you advice and support.”
Several energy firms have grant schemes available to customers who are struggling to cover their bills.
The criteria varies depending on your supplier and the amount you can get depends on your financial circumstances.
What energy bill help is available?
There's a number of different ways to get help paying your energy bills if you're struggling to get by.
If you fall into debt, you can always approach your supplier to see if they can put you on a repayment plan before putting you on a prepayment meter.
This involves paying off what you owe in instalments over a set period.
If your supplier offers you a repayment plan you don’t think you can afford, speak to them again to see if you can negotiate a better deal.
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