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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Wharfedale Hospital in Otley to get new state-of-the-art bone scanner
WHARFEDALE Hospital in Otley is getting a state-of-the-art scanner to help diagnose bone problems like osteoporosis earlier and more accurately. The hospital, on Newall Carr Road, Otley, is one of a number across England set to benefit from new NHS investment in better care for people with brittle bones. The high-tech scanner—called a DEXA scanner—is used to measure bone strength and spot signs of osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and makes them more likely to break. The machine will replace older equipment currently used at Wharfedale Hospital, helping to make scans more reliable and faster for local patients. The scanner at Wharfedale Hospital is one of 13 being delivered to hospitals across the country as part of the government's Plan for Change to improve NHS care. Seven hospitals are getting scanners for the first time or expanding their services. Six others, including Wharfedale, are receiving new machines to replace older ones and improve the service they already offer. In total, the new scanners will help carry out an extra 29,000 bone scans every year across England. Katie White, Labour MP for Leeds North West, has welcomed the news, saying: 'I'm really pleased that Wharfedale is getting this cutting-edge scanner. Osteoporosis affects so many families, and early diagnosis can make all the difference. 'This isn't just about spotting problems—it's about preventing them. If we can catch signs of brittle bones early, we can stop painful fractures before they happen. 'Having this technology right here in our community means people can get care quickly and locally, without long waits or long journeys.' The scanners will be especially helpful for people more at risk of osteoporosis, including women who go through early menopause and those with a family history of the condition. Louise Koplick, Team Manager, Radiology, at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, said: 'Almost one in two women over the age of 50 will break a bone due to poor bone health. Early diagnosis is really important because there are many very effective treatment options available. 'Last year in Leeds, we scanned around 8,000 patients, and that was our capacity with the previous scanners, which were 13 years old and less reliable. 'With the new scanners, we should be able to scan around 11,000 patients a year. This will make a real difference to early diagnosis and treatment for patients.'
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wharfedale's Evo 5 speaker series promises "heavenly high-end sound at refreshingly down-to-earth prices"
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Wharfedale's new Evo 5 speaker range has launched at High End Munich 2025. Succeeding the Evo 4 series, the Evo 5 range boasts updated cabinets, drivers and crossovers and new damping technology, while still offering premium technology and sound at reasonable prices. The Evo 4.4 floorstander is a five-star, What Hi-Fi? Award winner, so we're excited to hear what the new Evo 5 range has in store for us. The new range consists of the Evo 5.1 two-way standmount speaker, the Evo 5.2 three-way large standmounters, two three-way floorstanders (Evo 5.3 and Evo 5.4) and an Evo 5.C centre channel for home cinema setups. The mid-price Evo range has always benefitted from more premium technology, including the use of an AMT (Air Motion Transformer) tweeter and a domed midrange driver. In the Evo 5 range, the AMT driver is bigger, measuring 35x70mm compared with outgoing Evo 4's 35x60mm unit, while the 50mm domed midrange driver has been further developed to match the new high frequency unit. The AMT unit features a new sound-absorbing material called SilentWeave – a cotton/felt hybrid developed specifically for the Evo 5 speakers, which helps reduce sound wave reflections from inside the cabinet. Furthermore, another damping element in the form of a frame (called ResoFrame) is features across all drive units in the Evo 5 speakers. It is made from elastomer and looks like a "cog-like shape within the driver's front panel." The AMT tweeters have a further damping gasket between the diaphragm and front plate that minimises mechanical resonances even further for a smooth response in the lower treble. The domed midrange driver features both the acoustic damping frame and the SilentWeave hybrid material. Put together, Wharfedale promises a "sweetly extended" and purer treble, wide dispersion, greater efficiency and clarity. The bass and mid/bass drivers across the Evo 5 also feature dedicated new technology. Alongside the ResoFrame damping frame, a new low-mass elastomer damping ring is introduced, situated at the rear of the driver cone where it meets the surround. This aims to optimise the lower midrange, promising voices that "sound richer, more natural and more emotionally engaging," according to Wharfedale. The crossovers have also been redesigned, with shorter paths between the components and drive units. In the three-way speakers, the circuit layout is split into two – one for treble and mid, and the other for bass – to reduce any electromagnetic interference. Wharfedale's SLPP (Slot Loaded Profiled Port) bass reflex design has also been upgraded to fire in three directions – left, right and to the rear – in the Evo 5. This is designed to improve bass extension and integration, while also improving the uniform dispersion of air in the room – compared with the two-direction vent system in the Evo 4 – and help ensure the speakers are less fussy about placement in the room. And finally, the cabinet of all the Evo 5 speakers have been made proportionately a little larger to account for the larger driver and revised crossovers, while also offering larger cabinet volume for deeper bass and more expansive, immersive soundstage. The cabinet is made of layers of woods of different densities to reduce resonance, while a hybrid metal/wood plinth is at the base of every speaker (which incorporates the bass reflex vents). The Wharfedale Evo 5 Series will be available from June in four finish options: walnut wood veneer, matt black, matt white, and a new matt grey. Prices are as follows: Evo 5.1 standmounter: £549 / €699 / AU$1249 per pairEvo 5.2 standmounter: £749 / €999 / AU$1749 per pairEvo 5.3 floorstander: £1099 / €1499 / AU$2599 per pairEvo 5.4 floorstander: £1399 / €1899 / AU$3299 per pairEvo 5.C centre channel: £549 / €699 / AU$1249 MORE: Read our Wharfedale Evo 4.4 review You'll go nuts for this Peanuts-themed record player High End Munich 2025: the latest news, highlights and hi-fi launches
BBC News
16-05-2025
- BBC News
Man wanted over indecent exposure near Bolton Abbey
A man is being sought by police in connection with an incident of indecent exposure near a historical landmark in North happened at about 16:00 BST on 5 May, Bank Holiday Monday, near The Strid at Bolton Abbey in Wharfedale, a police spokesperson man involved was described as white, in his late 20s to mid-30s, about 6ft (2m) tall, balding and slightly overweight. He was also believed to have been wearing a grey hooded top with a white stripe down it, and dark who saw what happened, or who had any information about the incident, was asked to get in touch with police. The North Yorkshire Police spokesperson added that officers were treating it as an isolated incident. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Thousands of runners turn out in Rob Burrow's memory
Thousands of runners have crossed the start line of the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon - the first to be held since the rugby league star's death. Leeds Rhinos legend Burrow died last June aged 41 after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in 2019. His wife Lindsey and best friend Kevin Sinfield were among those taking part to help raise money for MND. Addressing the crowds, Sinfield said Burrow would be "looking down on us, proud as punch of what we have created here." He said: "Today is about looking after each other. Today is about making sure we get to the finish line. Today is about running for our little mate Rob Burrow." Crowds of runners set off at 09:00 BST for the third annual running of the event with the route passing through Woodhouse Moor, Adel, Bramhope, Pool in Wharfedale and Otley. It was followed an hour later by runners taking part in the half marathon challenge. Paul Green, from Doncaster, was one of thousands of people inspired by the Burrow family's story. The 71-year-old said he was running his first half marathon in memory of his wife who died from MND in 2017. "It has been eight years, but it is still hard," he said. "I am running in memory of Joy. Hopefully she is approving of my lunacy doing it at this age." As well as fundraising for the MND Association, Mr Green volunteers as a "befriender", helping to support people with the disease. Mr Green, whose grandsons were running alongside him, said: "Hopefully together, we will get there and we will do this." Also taking part, Rob Tiffney, said he "knew nothing" about MND before hearing Mr Burrow's story. The 49-year-old is on day 406 of a 500-day challenge to run 5,000 miles. Mr Tiffney said he was hoping to raise £35,000 for the MND Association. "Everyday for 500 days, whatever the weather, I get out and raise as much money and awareness as I can. "Rob definitely influenced others – look at all the people here today." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North 'Running first Leeds Marathon without Rob will be hard' 'Running first Leeds Marathon without Rob will be hard' MND Association Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon
BBC News
11-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Thousands come together for Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon
Thousands of runners have crossed the start line of the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon - the first to be held since the rugby league star's death. Leeds Rhino legend Burrow died last June aged 41 after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in wife Lindsey and best friend Kevin Sinfield were among those taking part to help raise money for the crowds, Sinfield said Burrow would be "looking down on us, proud as punch of what we have created here." He said: "Today is about looking after each other. Today is about making sure we get to the finish line. Today is about running for our little mate Rob Burrow."Crowds of runners set off at 09:00 BST for the third annual running of the event with the route passing through Woodhouse Moor, Adel, Bramhope, Pool in Wharfedale and was followed an hour later by runners taking part in the half marathon challenge. Paul Green, from Doncaster, was one of thousands of people inspired by the Burrow family's 71-year-old said he was running his first half marathon in memory of his wife who died from MND in 2017. "It has been eight years, but it is still hard," he said."I am running in memory of Joy. Hopefully she is approving of my lunacy doing it at this age."As well as fundraising for the MND Association, Mr Green volunteers as a "befriender", helping to support people with the on by his grandsons who had come to watch, he said: "Hopefully together, we will get there and we will do this."Also taking part, Rob Tiffney, said he "knew nothing" about MND before hearing Mr Burrow's story. The 49-year-old is on day 406 of a 500-day challenge to run 5,000 Tiffney said he was hoping to raise £35,000 for the MND Association."Everyday for 500 days, whatever the weather, I get out and raise as much money and awareness as I can. "Rob definitely influenced others – look at all the people here today." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North
