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Two-year waiting times highlight NHS struggle with rise in ADHD and autism awareness
NHS boards have imposed two-year minimum waiting times for ADHD and autism assessments, with nearly 1 million people awaiting ADHD evaluations and about 295,000 waiting for autism diagnosis.
Drones could speed up getting defibrillators to people having cardiac arrests, study suggests
Researchers suggest drones could accelerate defibrillator delivery to people experiencing cardiac arrests outside hospitals, potentially improving survival rates when response times are critical.
They were promised protection. Instead, these kids with disabilities died in foster care
An NPR investigation reveals that children with disabilities represent the largest group entering foster care and experience the worst outcomes, often trapped longer in the system with little specialized support for their complex medical and behavioral needs.
Montana starts enforcing Medicaid work requirements on Oct 1. Patients are confused
Montana begins enforcing Medicaid work requirements on Oct. 1, causing confusion among enrollees who received unclear notices about compliance deadlines and documentation requirements.
‘Self-healing’ coach who was banned from working in Australia to speak in UK
A naturopath banned from practicing in Australia is scheduled to speak at venues across the UK and Ireland, prompting health experts and scientists to raise concerns about medical misinformation.
Running costs of Covid vaccine damage scheme double the amount paid to victims
Operating costs for the UK’s vaccine damage compensation scheme reached £83m since April 2022, more than double the £32m paid to victims, prompting calls for urgent government review.
Hospitals in England hit by shortages of common drugs such as paracetamol
English hospitals face shortages of common drugs including aspirin, paracetamol-based painkillers, and blood pressure medications, affecting dozens of NHS trusts and prompting concerns about supply chain resilience.
Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS wait for ADHD and autism assessments
ADHD UK has threatened legal action against West Yorkshire NHS over a policy imposing a minimum two-year wait for ADHD and autism assessments, alleging the decision violates equalities legislation and patients’ rights.
Coroner warns of risk of future deaths at mental health unit where patient was killed
A coroner has warned of potential future deaths at an east London mental health facility where a patient was fatally strangled by another patient in 2023, citing serious staff failings.
How big is Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak?
Pennsylvania has recorded 943 confirmed measles cases, about a quarter of the national total, with a fifth death reported. However, public health officials note that the actual outbreak scope may be significantly larger due to unreported cases.
An Ebola treatment center was burned down as the death toll in Congo passes 4,000
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed more than 4,000 people as it becomes the fastest-growing outbreak in history, with authorities struggling to contain the disease amid security challenges and resource shortages.
Access to addiction meds for young people has improved — but retention hasn’t
Young people diagnosed with opioid use disorder increasingly initiate addiction medication treatment, but the vast majority do not remain on medication long-term, new national data show.
NIH rolling out streamlined website to help public find information more easily
The NIH is launching a redesigned website Monday with eight thematic hubs to replace its sprawling ecosystem of over 700 separate sites, making health information easier to find.
‘World-first’ vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Researchers at the University of Cambridge developed a vaccine using artificial intelligence to target multiple coronavirus variants and potentially prevent future pandemics, marking the first time an AI-designed vaccine component has been tested in humans.
Inside Health – Where are we at with long Covid? – BBC Sounds
A new clinical trial found over-the-counter antihistamines and prescription colchicine offered modest fatigue reduction for long Covid patients, though researchers emphasize it is not a cure.
Inside Health – A new era for type 1 diabetes treatment – BBC Sounds
The NHS is rolling out a new treatment called teplizumab that can delay type 1 diabetes onset for years, marking a potential shift from century-old insulin-based approaches.
Brain tumour diagnosis cut from weeks to hours with rapid new NHS test
The NHS has begun using a rapid genomic test that can diagnose brain tumours in two hours instead of up to eight weeks, enabling faster treatment decisions and reducing patient anxiety.
Woman’s Hour – Cornell University rape investigation, Tributes to Esther Rantzen, Sunbeds – BBC Sounds
New York prosecutors will reopen a criminal investigation into an alleged 2024 rape at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity involving seven men and allegations of alcohol and ketamine use.
Royal College of Nursing cuts ties with Israeli drug company
Britain’s Royal College of Nursing has terminated its commercial partnership with Israeli pharmaceutical company Teva UK, citing concerns over the firm’s corporate conduct and operational practices.
What do heatwaves do to the body and who is most at risk?
Heatwaves strain the body by dilating blood vessels and causing fluid loss through sweating, posing serious risks to older people, young children, and those with certain health conditions.
NI health: Resident doctors begin strike action over pay
Resident doctors in Northern Ireland began a 24-hour strike on Monday over pay disputes, following similar action by consultants and specialist doctors the previous week.
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