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Dispelling myths helps sufferers of quiet killer
A nurse who was accidentally infected with hepatitis C talks to Heather Darlington about its impact. It is known as the silent killer and was thought of as something only drug users get until Anita Roddick spoke out about the condition. But for 200,000 people in the UK, hepatitis C is a grim reality.
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Children help bring memories of the blitz back to life Children help bring memories of the blitz back to life
Young and old are joining forces to create a powerful piece of theatre. CLARA STORY reports From the viewpoint of today's teenagers, growing up during the Blitz seems as far removed from their world as the experiences of Nasa astronauts.

Tennis stars enjoy a trip back to schoolTennis stars enjoy a trip back to school
Andy Murray crouched down to apply another lick of red paint to the new friendship bench at Dorchester Primary School.

Having a direct impact on crimeHaving a direct impact on crime
Sutton wanted a piece of American action when it rolled out safer neighbourhood teams which include police community support officers. CLARA STORY reports At a time when criminal gang culture is gaining a grip on London's streets, the role of the police in the community is more crucial than ever.
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The Big Garden Birdwatch: solving the sparrow mysteryThe Big Garden Birdwatch: solving the sparrow mystery
These are bad times to be a house sparrow in Sutton. The familiar bird once ruled garden roosts throughout the borough but a new Government index has sounded a forlorn chorus for its hopes of survival.
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The Children’s Trust: Dedicated to helping disabled children to regain lost abilitiesThe Children’s Trust: Dedicated to helping disabled children to regain lost abilities
The Children's Trust has already earned a countrywide reputation for its pioneering work, but it is now set to become the national rehabilitation centre for children with brain injuries and multiple disabilities.

Sorted: banging the Dano Drum about a new tool in fight to recycle more wasteSorted: banging the Dano Drum about a new tool in fight to recycle more waste
By Aaron Moon As I bent down to pick up the recycling box, I knew that I would not be able to walk very far without taking a rest.

Good for businessGood for business
A traders' association has been formed in Rosehill, where shopkeepers on the Wrythe Lane strip look to improve the area. CLARA STORY reports on a determined band of business people If you go down to Rosehill's shopping area today, you might see it looking quite a bit smarter.

Objections to service family home hides history of helpObjections to service family home hides history of help
Ashtead has become the most reviled place in the UK - condemned in the national press and held in contempt on radio and television.

The gift of love that crosses the oceansThe gift of love that crosses the oceans
In the land of Angkor Wat, a Wallington PA found spiritual enlightenment of a different kind. KEVIN BARNES talks to Ginette Patey about how she came to make her little contribution' to help Cambodia's abandoned kids.

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