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Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?
England’s obesity rates have doubled since 1993, rising from 15% to 30% by 2024, resulting in 14 million adults now living with obesity despite 14 separate government strategies over three decades.
Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs, primarily affecting people who ate at restaurants and food service venues rather than at home.
‘So much fringe science’: RFK Jr’s advisers are pushing an extreme makeover in autism research
Autism researchers and advocacy groups have raised concerns about a federal research roadmap developed by advisers selected by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., warning it promotes unproven therapies over evidence-based genetic research.
Sweetener used in chewing gum and jam linked to strokes and heart attacks
A large study links xylitol, a common artificial sweetener in chewing gum and yogurt, to increased risk of strokes, heart attacks and death.
New heart attack definition promises better care for women
The world’s four leading cardiovascular health groups have agreed on the first universal definition of a heart attack, expected to improve diagnosis and treatment for women who have historically received less effective care.
Doctors’ AI scribes get names of drugs and diagnoses wrong, NHS watchdog warns
An NHS watchdog warns that AI scribes transcribing doctor-patient consultations frequently misrecord drug names and diagnoses, potentially compromising patient safety by introducing errors into medical records.
Baby Tommy’s our ‘light’, say grieving family of newborn whose mum died in childbirth
A 31-year-old woman died from a cardiac event during childbirth, but her newborn son Tommy was delivered safely and is now home. The family describes him as their ‘light’ during grief.
Updated flu vaccine ready as NHS regroups from busiest summer ever
The NHS has rolled out an updated flu vaccine targeting last year’s subclade-K strain, with schoolchildren and pregnant women eligible to receive doses beginning this week.
Gaps in NHS end-of-life care ‘denying ill children chance to die at home’
Critics say the NHS is failing to provide at-home end-of-life care for seriously ill children, forcing many to die in hospitals instead despite legal obligations to enable home deaths.
Disabled workers at greater risk of losing health insurance
Disabled workers are less likely to have employer-based health insurance, putting them at greater risk of losing Medicaid coverage when work requirements take effect next year, according to a new report.
Alcohol-related cancer deaths in US have more than doubled over three decades
Alcohol-related cancer deaths in the US more than doubled over three decades, with research showing consumption of just one drink daily could elevate cancer risk across multiple cancer types.
C-sections hit record high in Wales as mothers warn of support gap
Caesarean sections in Wales reached a record 42% of births in 2025, with mothers reporting inadequate postnatal support and recovery guidance following the major abdominal surgery.
A&E did not get the basics right – now my son’s life is ruined at 32
A man left in severe paralysis after emergency room staff failed to order a brain scan missed a critical diagnosis. NHS data reveals a 41% rise in A&E-related clinical negligence claims over five years.
Hospitals pursue deals to ensure survival as Trump’s Medicaid cuts loom
Rural hospitals across the U.S. are pursuing mergers with larger health systems to prepare for anticipated federal Medicaid funding shortfalls, though consolidation raises concerns about rising costs and reduced competition.
A breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug won approval. They still struggle to access it
A newly FDA-approved pancreatic cancer drug called Rasonque showed dramatic survival benefits, but patients struggle to access it after the manufacturer closed its early access program upon approval, creating gaps before insurance coverage begins.
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, with serious risks for older adults, babies, young children, and those with certain medical conditions.
What is UV, why is it dangerous and how can you protect yourself?
High UV levels are forecast across the UK this week as extreme heat approaches. While some UV exposure is essential for vitamin D production, excessive exposure can cause skin cancer, premature aging, and eye damage.
Cheltenham A&E to remain open as doctors’ strike called off
A planned A&E closure at Cheltenham General Hospital has been cancelled after the British Medical Association suspended a four-day resident doctor strike following a new government pay offer.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man voted to authorize strike action over pay concerns, with 95% of 104 eligible members supporting the measure in a dispute over wage erosion.
First patient to have brain surgery with real-time AI assistance
A patient in England became the first to undergo brain tumor surgery with real-time artificial intelligence assistance, which helped surgeons safely remove the growth while protecting critical blood vessels and nerves.
UK salmonella cases nearing 500 as egg investigations continue
UK authorities reported 474 salmonella cases linked to imported eggs, with two deaths recorded. Investigations continue as clusters spread across multiple European countries.
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