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Queen's Hospital professor meets King Charles

King Charles supports healthcare initiatives and the work of professionals like Prof Gideon Mlawa in improving health in Commonwealth countries.

'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'

Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.

Tim Spector and health experts call on NHS to make vegan food the norm in hospitals

Implementing plant-based meals in hospitals can lead to significant cost savings and enhanced patient satisfaction, as evidenced by a successful trial in New York.

Crumbling hospital must be rebuilt - trust boss

There is an urgent need for modern hospital infrastructure in London, particularly at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

Surgeries on 'precipice' ahead of tax hike, says GP

Rising National Insurance rates could severely impact GP practices, forcing staffing cuts and threatening closures, jeopardizing patient access and care.

760,000 women in the UK waiting for a gynaecological appointment? That's just the tip of the iceberg | Zoe Williams

The NHS waiting-list crisis severely impacts women's health, reflecting broader systemic failures and inequalities.

Queen's Hospital professor meets King Charles

King Charles supports healthcare initiatives and the work of professionals like Prof Gideon Mlawa in improving health in Commonwealth countries.

'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'

Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.

Tim Spector and health experts call on NHS to make vegan food the norm in hospitals

Implementing plant-based meals in hospitals can lead to significant cost savings and enhanced patient satisfaction, as evidenced by a successful trial in New York.

Crumbling hospital must be rebuilt - trust boss

There is an urgent need for modern hospital infrastructure in London, particularly at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

Surgeries on 'precipice' ahead of tax hike, says GP

Rising National Insurance rates could severely impact GP practices, forcing staffing cuts and threatening closures, jeopardizing patient access and care.

760,000 women in the UK waiting for a gynaecological appointment? That's just the tip of the iceberg | Zoe Williams

The NHS waiting-list crisis severely impacts women's health, reflecting broader systemic failures and inequalities.
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#assisted-dying

Medic MPs urge support for assisted dying bill

Support is growing among MPs for legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill patients in England and Wales.

MPs' opposition to assisted dying bill grows amid criticism of lack of debate

The assisted dying bill is facing growing parliamentary opposition due to concerns over hastiness and lack of clarity in the legislation.

Health minister Stephen Kinnock says he will back assisted dying bill

Kinnock supports the assisted dying bill, emphasizing compassion and arguing it won't negatively impact palliative care services.

Assisted dying law would hit other NHS care - Streeting

Wes Streeting warns that a new assisted dying law may negatively impact other NHS services.

Medic MPs urge support for assisted dying bill

Support is growing among MPs for legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill patients in England and Wales.

MPs' opposition to assisted dying bill grows amid criticism of lack of debate

The assisted dying bill is facing growing parliamentary opposition due to concerns over hastiness and lack of clarity in the legislation.

Health minister Stephen Kinnock says he will back assisted dying bill

Kinnock supports the assisted dying bill, emphasizing compassion and arguing it won't negatively impact palliative care services.

Assisted dying law would hit other NHS care - Streeting

Wes Streeting warns that a new assisted dying law may negatively impact other NHS services.
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#public-services

Meta bid to use AI in UK public sector takes step forward with NHS scheme

Meta aims to integrate AI into UK public services, focusing on NHS improvements through innovative collaborations.
The long-term benefits for Meta in fostering an AI ecosystem are clear despite safety concerns.

London mayor is 'hopeful' over upcoming budget

Sadiq Khan hopes for a collaborative government budget focused on investment in public services and infrastructure.

Charles and William face calls to dissolve estates which earn millions from NHS'

Campaigners are calling for King Charles to dissolve his private estates over their lucrative deals with public services amidst NHS funding issues.

At last, a government willing to spend but this budget will expose it to two great dangers | Aditya Chakrabortty

Keir Starmer's budget promises change but delivers only modest improvements without the transformative impact many voters anticipated.

Meta bid to use AI in UK public sector takes step forward with NHS scheme

Meta aims to integrate AI into UK public services, focusing on NHS improvements through innovative collaborations.
The long-term benefits for Meta in fostering an AI ecosystem are clear despite safety concerns.

London mayor is 'hopeful' over upcoming budget

Sadiq Khan hopes for a collaborative government budget focused on investment in public services and infrastructure.

Charles and William face calls to dissolve estates which earn millions from NHS'

Campaigners are calling for King Charles to dissolve his private estates over their lucrative deals with public services amidst NHS funding issues.

At last, a government willing to spend but this budget will expose it to two great dangers | Aditya Chakrabortty

Keir Starmer's budget promises change but delivers only modest improvements without the transformative impact many voters anticipated.
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#labour-party

Rachel Reeves's big tax-and-spend budget dissected podcast

Labour government commits to a historic budget focused on rebuilding Britain with increased spending on public services.

'Genuine impasse' at top of government about social care plan, insiders say

Labour's proposals for a National Care Service lack clarity and urgency amid a growing crisis in social care.

Wes Streeting will put NHS workers 'on the front line' and 'not on the picket line' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour's NHS policy aims to put workers on the front line and significantly increase funding for the health service.

Rachel Reeves's big tax-and-spend budget dissected podcast

Labour government commits to a historic budget focused on rebuilding Britain with increased spending on public services.

'Genuine impasse' at top of government about social care plan, insiders say

Labour's proposals for a National Care Service lack clarity and urgency amid a growing crisis in social care.

Wes Streeting will put NHS workers 'on the front line' and 'not on the picket line' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour's NHS policy aims to put workers on the front line and significantly increase funding for the health service.
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#public-health

How to book a Covid vaccination amid soaring cases of new variant XEC

The emergence of a new Covid variant is leading to increased hospitalizations, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and booster shots.

Covid inquiry told Treasury blocked NHS bed request

The refusal to fund 10,000 hospital beds during Covid has had lasting impacts on NHS treatment capacities.

Thousands of lung cancer cases detected in lorry clinics

Mobile lung-cancer screening in communities has successfully detected over 5,000 cases earlier, improving survival rates significantly.

Weight loss jabs for jobless not dystopian - Streeting

The UK government plans a trial for weight loss jabs to help unemployed individuals with obesity, aiming to alleviate NHS strain.

Streeting warns Britons against having cheap cosmetic surgery abroad

Britons are advised to avoid cheap cosmetic surgery abroad due to risks of substandard care and potentially fatal consequences.

'Don't delay' making stroke 999 call - NHS

Immediate recognition of stroke symptoms and timely action can save lives.
Average time to call 999 after stroke symptoms is too long in the UK.
NHS campaign aims to reduce delays in emergency calls for strokes.

How to book a Covid vaccination amid soaring cases of new variant XEC

The emergence of a new Covid variant is leading to increased hospitalizations, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and booster shots.

Covid inquiry told Treasury blocked NHS bed request

The refusal to fund 10,000 hospital beds during Covid has had lasting impacts on NHS treatment capacities.

Thousands of lung cancer cases detected in lorry clinics

Mobile lung-cancer screening in communities has successfully detected over 5,000 cases earlier, improving survival rates significantly.

Weight loss jabs for jobless not dystopian - Streeting

The UK government plans a trial for weight loss jabs to help unemployed individuals with obesity, aiming to alleviate NHS strain.

Streeting warns Britons against having cheap cosmetic surgery abroad

Britons are advised to avoid cheap cosmetic surgery abroad due to risks of substandard care and potentially fatal consequences.

'Don't delay' making stroke 999 call - NHS

Immediate recognition of stroke symptoms and timely action can save lives.
Average time to call 999 after stroke symptoms is too long in the UK.
NHS campaign aims to reduce delays in emergency calls for strokes.
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1.1 Million UK NHS Employee Records Exposed

A misconfiguration in Microsoft Power Pages exposed over a million NHS records, emphasizing the importance of secure data access controls.
#politics

Reform UK MP says NHS patients should speak English' in translators row

MP Rupert Lowe opposes NHS taxpayer-funded translators, claiming they waste resources and insisting patients should communicate in English.

Sir Rod Stewart may have to sell sports cars due to potholes near Essex home

Sir Rod Stewart may sell his sports cars due to pothole damage on local roads.

Reform UK MP says NHS patients should speak English' in translators row

MP Rupert Lowe opposes NHS taxpayer-funded translators, claiming they waste resources and insisting patients should communicate in English.

Sir Rod Stewart may have to sell sports cars due to potholes near Essex home

Sir Rod Stewart may sell his sports cars due to pothole damage on local roads.
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#hospital-performance

Wes Streeting, you must have a better plan for ailing hospitals than public humiliation | Rachel Clarke

Wes Streeting's NHS plan of public rankings overlooks socioeconomic factors affecting hospital performance, potentially scapegoating staff instead of addressing systemic issues.

Streeting's hospital league table plan riles NHS medics and bosses

Wes Streeting is set to announce a league table ranking hospitals in England to enhance accountability and drive performance improvements.

Wes Streeting, you must have a better plan for ailing hospitals than public humiliation | Rachel Clarke

Wes Streeting's NHS plan of public rankings overlooks socioeconomic factors affecting hospital performance, potentially scapegoating staff instead of addressing systemic issues.

Streeting's hospital league table plan riles NHS medics and bosses

Wes Streeting is set to announce a league table ranking hospitals in England to enhance accountability and drive performance improvements.
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#patient-care

Mother says NHS failed to give daughter safe care

NHS services are failing to provide safe care for vulnerable patients, as highlighted by midwife Donna Ockenden's experience with her daughter.

More details of NHS funding but questions remain

The government aims to increase NHS appointments by 40,000 weekly with significant investment, amidst a crisis in patient wait times and care quality.

NHS using drones to fly blood tests between Southwark hospitals

The NHS is using drones to transport blood samples, significantly improving delivery speed and patient care.

Mother says NHS failed to give daughter safe care

NHS services are failing to provide safe care for vulnerable patients, as highlighted by midwife Donna Ockenden's experience with her daughter.

More details of NHS funding but questions remain

The government aims to increase NHS appointments by 40,000 weekly with significant investment, amidst a crisis in patient wait times and care quality.

NHS using drones to fly blood tests between Southwark hospitals

The NHS is using drones to transport blood samples, significantly improving delivery speed and patient care.
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#patient-safety

Nurse's death linked to approved weight-loss drug

The death of nurse Susan McGowan has raised concerns over the safety of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro, linked to her unexpected health decline.

'My wife died because the NHS used cheap labour'

The tragic death of Susan Pollitt raises serious concerns about the use and regulation of physician associates in NHS care.

NHS patients dying because of problems sharing medical records, coroners warn

Inadequate sharing of NHS patient information has led to preventable deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for improved systems and communication among healthcare providers.

NHS maternity staff to receive mandatory training to improve patient safety

NHS maternity staff will undergo mandatory training to enhance patient safety after alarming reports highlighting poor care during childbirth.

Alice Figueiredo trial hears self-harm attempts 'not recorded'

Alice Figueiredo's repeated self-harm attempts were inadequately recorded, highlighting systemic failures in patient safety within mental health services.

Nurse's death linked to approved weight-loss drug

The death of nurse Susan McGowan has raised concerns over the safety of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro, linked to her unexpected health decline.

'My wife died because the NHS used cheap labour'

The tragic death of Susan Pollitt raises serious concerns about the use and regulation of physician associates in NHS care.

NHS patients dying because of problems sharing medical records, coroners warn

Inadequate sharing of NHS patient information has led to preventable deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for improved systems and communication among healthcare providers.

NHS maternity staff to receive mandatory training to improve patient safety

NHS maternity staff will undergo mandatory training to enhance patient safety after alarming reports highlighting poor care during childbirth.

Alice Figueiredo trial hears self-harm attempts 'not recorded'

Alice Figueiredo's repeated self-harm attempts were inadequately recorded, highlighting systemic failures in patient safety within mental health services.
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#health-policy

Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified

NHS England's response to potential COVID-19 patient overload included controversial prioritization plans, reflecting profound concerns and ethical dilemmas.

Plans for digital NHS tag for overseas patients cause migrant privacy concerns

NHS plans for a digital tag on overseas patients raise serious privacy and trust concerns among healthcare professionals and rights advocates.

NHS to review prostate cancer testing after Chris Hoy call for change

There is a strong push to lower the age for prostate cancer testing following Sir Chris Hoy's appeal, potentially improving early detection among younger men.

Let's get this straight: private healthcare will and must work for the NHS not the other way around | Polly Toynbee

The NHS recovery may see improvement but is constrained by funding shortages and cautious engagement with private sector assistance.

Jobless could get weight loss jabs to return to work

Weight-loss jabs could significantly help unemployed individuals with obesity, easing NHS pressures and enhancing workplace participation.

Unemployed could be given weight-loss jabs to get back to work, says Wes Streeting

Weight-loss jabs may help unemployed individuals return to work and ease NHS costs due to obesity-related health issues.

Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified

NHS England's response to potential COVID-19 patient overload included controversial prioritization plans, reflecting profound concerns and ethical dilemmas.

Plans for digital NHS tag for overseas patients cause migrant privacy concerns

NHS plans for a digital tag on overseas patients raise serious privacy and trust concerns among healthcare professionals and rights advocates.

NHS to review prostate cancer testing after Chris Hoy call for change

There is a strong push to lower the age for prostate cancer testing following Sir Chris Hoy's appeal, potentially improving early detection among younger men.

Let's get this straight: private healthcare will and must work for the NHS not the other way around | Polly Toynbee

The NHS recovery may see improvement but is constrained by funding shortages and cautious engagement with private sector assistance.

Jobless could get weight loss jabs to return to work

Weight-loss jabs could significantly help unemployed individuals with obesity, easing NHS pressures and enhancing workplace participation.

Unemployed could be given weight-loss jabs to get back to work, says Wes Streeting

Weight-loss jabs may help unemployed individuals return to work and ease NHS costs due to obesity-related health issues.
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#health-awareness

NHS urges vulnerable to get Covid and flu vaccines

Clinically at-risk groups are urged to get their free Covid-19 and flu vaccinations due to low uptake rates.

Couple donate stem cells in 'rare' double match

Both Nirav and Kanan Chokshi donated stem cells to cancer patients, highlighting the importance of diverse donor registrations in saving lives.

NHS urges vulnerable to get Covid and flu vaccines

Clinically at-risk groups are urged to get their free Covid-19 and flu vaccinations due to low uptake rates.

Couple donate stem cells in 'rare' double match

Both Nirav and Kanan Chokshi donated stem cells to cancer patients, highlighting the importance of diverse donor registrations in saving lives.
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Government expected to help UK hospices hit by national insurance rise

The hospice sector is at financial risk due to national insurance and wage increases, prompting government consideration of financial aid.
#public-consultation

Mandatory euthanasia among tips submitted to NHS public consultation

NHS consultation reveals public engagement but also absurd suggestions, showcasing a mix of seriousness and sarcasm among citizen responses.

More people back axing maternity unit at Royal Free than at Whittington

NHS NCLICS plans to consolidate neonatal units, favoring closure of Royal Free but facing mixed public and staff support.

Mandatory euthanasia among tips submitted to NHS public consultation

NHS consultation reveals public engagement but also absurd suggestions, showcasing a mix of seriousness and sarcasm among citizen responses.

More people back axing maternity unit at Royal Free than at Whittington

NHS NCLICS plans to consolidate neonatal units, favoring closure of Royal Free but facing mixed public and staff support.
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#healthcare-funding

Are you worried about inflation? Then fear Trump, not Rachel Reeves | William Keegan

The NHS budget prioritization is essential amidst a decade-long funding shortage.

NHS bosses attack 'rip off' doctor overtime rates

NHS England condemns excessive overtime pay for consultants, stressing the importance of taxpayer money being spent wisely.

GPs demand exemption from Budget tax hike

GPs urge government to exempt them from National Insurance tax rises to protect patient services.

What the papers say October 29

Labour's first post-election Budget focuses on NHS revival amid warnings of potential service cutbacks and tax increases.

NHS set to receive 4% budget rise but health chiefs say it may not be enough

The NHS's proposed 4% budget rise may not be enough to significantly reduce waiting lists within the next 18 months.

Are you worried about inflation? Then fear Trump, not Rachel Reeves | William Keegan

The NHS budget prioritization is essential amidst a decade-long funding shortage.

NHS bosses attack 'rip off' doctor overtime rates

NHS England condemns excessive overtime pay for consultants, stressing the importance of taxpayer money being spent wisely.

GPs demand exemption from Budget tax hike

GPs urge government to exempt them from National Insurance tax rises to protect patient services.

What the papers say October 29

Labour's first post-election Budget focuses on NHS revival amid warnings of potential service cutbacks and tax increases.

NHS set to receive 4% budget rise but health chiefs say it may not be enough

The NHS's proposed 4% budget rise may not be enough to significantly reduce waiting lists within the next 18 months.
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Baby milk price promotion ban should end, watchdog says

Overturning the ban on baby milk price promotions could save parents significant amounts by fostering price competition in the formula market.

NHS turns to DNA sequencing to prevent future pandemic

The UK is developing a real-time surveillance system to enhance pandemic preparedness and response through rapid pathogen detection.
#mental-health

NHS doctors say lengthy disciplinary processes have left them feeling suicidal

Long disciplinary proceedings in the NHS severely impact doctors' mental health, leading to anxiety and feelings of being treated unfairly.

Scottish NHS boards pay up to 837 an hour for locums amid psychiatry crisis

Scotland's mental health services are in crisis due to staff shortages, increasing dependence on expensive locum psychiatrists, and financial strain on health boards.

They remind me there's a life after cancer': how paintings in NHS hospitals help patients feel better

Art positively impacts health by providing emotional support to patients and enhancing the work environment for NHS staff.

NHS doctors say lengthy disciplinary processes have left them feeling suicidal

Long disciplinary proceedings in the NHS severely impact doctors' mental health, leading to anxiety and feelings of being treated unfairly.

Scottish NHS boards pay up to 837 an hour for locums amid psychiatry crisis

Scotland's mental health services are in crisis due to staff shortages, increasing dependence on expensive locum psychiatrists, and financial strain on health boards.

They remind me there's a life after cancer': how paintings in NHS hospitals help patients feel better

Art positively impacts health by providing emotional support to patients and enhancing the work environment for NHS staff.
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New 38m Hornchurch health hub opens its doors

The St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub officially opened with its first patients, highlighting improved convenience and atmosphere for local residents.

Efficiency, productivity, and public sector technology

The UK's productivity problem is significant, especially in the public sector, affecting economic growth and service delivery.
#wes-streeting

NHS will not be fixed in single budget, says Wes Streeting

The NHS requires significant reform and investment to improve, not just budget adjustments.

Wes Streeting meets nurses suing NHS trust over single-sex spaces

Wes Streeting discusses concerns over NHS trust's single-sex spaces policy in light of nurses' lawsuit regarding transgender bathroom access.

NHS will not be fixed in single budget, says Wes Streeting

The NHS requires significant reform and investment to improve, not just budget adjustments.

Wes Streeting meets nurses suing NHS trust over single-sex spaces

Wes Streeting discusses concerns over NHS trust's single-sex spaces policy in light of nurses' lawsuit regarding transgender bathroom access.
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#justice

The killing of Natalie Shotter: what the death of a beloved mother and daughter reveals about rape

Dr. Cas Shotter Weetman confronts the man who killed her daughter, symbolizing a mother's fight against profound loss and trauma.

'My daughter's killer's trial was unbearable'

The mother of Natalie Shotter emphasized the urgent need to address violence against women after her daughter's tragic death.

Pictured: Predator guilty of rape and killing of vulnerable NHS worker in west London park

Justice served for Natalie Shotter in the conviction of her rapist and murderer, Mohamed Iidow, after a prolonged legal battle.

The killing of Natalie Shotter: what the death of a beloved mother and daughter reveals about rape

Dr. Cas Shotter Weetman confronts the man who killed her daughter, symbolizing a mother's fight against profound loss and trauma.

'My daughter's killer's trial was unbearable'

The mother of Natalie Shotter emphasized the urgent need to address violence against women after her daughter's tragic death.

Pictured: Predator guilty of rape and killing of vulnerable NHS worker in west London park

Justice served for Natalie Shotter in the conviction of her rapist and murderer, Mohamed Iidow, after a prolonged legal battle.
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Want to understand British irony, humour and politics? Visit the NHS suggestions website | Emma Beddington

The British cultural inclination towards humor complicates serious discussions about critical issues like the NHS.
#cancer-care

I love the NHS: it saved my life, but the operation to rescue it must be led by the people and its staff | Wes Streeting

The NHS experiences significant inefficiencies and challenges, despite moments of excellent care.

Penge daughter of dad with cancer forced to wait 25 hours in A&E demands change

Beth Hillman highlights the urgent need for separate emergency care for cancer patients after her father's traumatic experience in A&E.

I love the NHS: it saved my life, but the operation to rescue it must be led by the people and its staff | Wes Streeting

The NHS experiences significant inefficiencies and challenges, despite moments of excellent care.

Penge daughter of dad with cancer forced to wait 25 hours in A&E demands change

Beth Hillman highlights the urgent need for separate emergency care for cancer patients after her father's traumatic experience in A&E.
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Private healthcare boom fuelled by NHS waiting lists

The UK's private healthcare market value reached £12.4 billion due to NHS waiting list pressures.
NHS spending on private healthcare increased significantly to alleviate care backlogs.

Britain suffered 14 years of Tory small-state delusion. Labour's budget will turn the page on that | Rafael Behr

The British public prioritizes the NHS over the ECHR in political discourse.

Hundreds of trans people are being 'denied hormone replacement therapy by GPs'

Over 200 trans people in the UK faced refusals for hormone replacement therapy from GPs last year, igniting concerns over discrimination and accessibility.

Starmer and Streeting invite entire nation' to contribute to consultation on reforming NHS UK politics live

Government plans for a digital patient passport raise concerns about data security and NHS employee access to medical records.

Wes Streeting unveils plans for patient passports' to hold all medical records

Wes Streeting proposes portable digital medical records for NHS patients, aiming to enhance access and speed up care, while ensuring data privacy.
#obesity

NHS needs better plan around obesity jabs, warn experts

Urgent review needed for NHS access to weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro amid rising demand and inadequate funding.

Weight loss injections: How do drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro work?

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro may help tackle obesity while boosting the economy, but NHS services face overwhelming demand.
Accessibility to weight-loss treatments is constrained by NHS resource limitations and prerequisites for patients.
Clinical effectiveness of drugs suggests significant weight loss potential, stressing the importance of lifestyle changes alongside medication.

NHS needs better plan around obesity jabs, warn experts

Urgent review needed for NHS access to weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro amid rising demand and inadequate funding.

Weight loss injections: How do drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro work?

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro may help tackle obesity while boosting the economy, but NHS services face overwhelming demand.
Accessibility to weight-loss treatments is constrained by NHS resource limitations and prerequisites for patients.
Clinical effectiveness of drugs suggests significant weight loss potential, stressing the importance of lifestyle changes alongside medication.
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Whipps Cross Hospital rebuild 'will happen', minister vows

Commitment to redevelop Whipps Cross Hospital remains strong despite delays and budget revisions.

Holy grail' spit test for prostate cancer raises hopes for high-risk Black men

A new saliva test for prostate cancer may lead to earlier diagnoses, especially for Black men historically excluded from similar tests.

Unemployed to be given weight-loss jab to help them back into work, government says

Eli Lilly invests £279 million in UK's life sciences for weight-loss jab trials aimed at reducing unemployment and health burdens.

Lesbian wrongly told she didn't need a smear test because of her sexuality

Miscommunication about cervical screening risks the health of LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting the need for improved healthcare provider training.

'NHS nursery closure could mean I can't do my job'

Closing the nurseries serving healthcare staff could significantly impact their ability to maintain professional duties and support their families' needs.

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule

Blanket 'do-not-resuscitate' orders during the pandemic were improperly applied based on age or disability without individual assessments, raising serious ethical concerns.
#health-care

Trial to diagnose breast cancer more quickly

The trial allows women to directly book diagnostic appointments for breast cancer symptoms, aiming for faster diagnoses and reduced GP load.

Women in England with worrying' breast lumps to be referred directly to specialists

NHS app pilot allows direct specialist bookings for women with breast lumps, aiming to enhance diagnosis speed and free up GP resources.

Baby boomers, take it from a 91-year-old: a long life with poorer health is bad news, and unnecessary | Joan Bakewell

Life expectancy has significantly increased over the years, but many baby boomers are living longer with poorer health compared to earlier generations.

Time to fix NHS as long waits continue, experts say

The government must urgently develop a plan to address NHS waiting times and funding ahead of the winter season.

Trial to diagnose breast cancer more quickly

The trial allows women to directly book diagnostic appointments for breast cancer symptoms, aiming for faster diagnoses and reduced GP load.

Women in England with worrying' breast lumps to be referred directly to specialists

NHS app pilot allows direct specialist bookings for women with breast lumps, aiming to enhance diagnosis speed and free up GP resources.

Baby boomers, take it from a 91-year-old: a long life with poorer health is bad news, and unnecessary | Joan Bakewell

Life expectancy has significantly increased over the years, but many baby boomers are living longer with poorer health compared to earlier generations.

Time to fix NHS as long waits continue, experts say

The government must urgently develop a plan to address NHS waiting times and funding ahead of the winter season.
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Hospital workers' fury as 'two-tier' outsourcing contract extended

Workers at Homerton Hospital protest outsourcing of services amid unequal pay and conditions compared to NHS employees.

Mother repeatedly kept in dark' about reason for baby's death, inquest told

NHS staff's secrecy and patronizing behavior exacerbated the trauma of a grieving mother seeking answers about her daughter's death.
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