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NI health: Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action
Consultants and specialist doctors in Northern Ireland conducted their first-ever strike over pay, with 90% of routine services continuing as emergency coverage remained fully staffed.
UK starts first vaccine trial, eight weeks into Ebola emergency
UK regulators approved human trials for an Ebola vaccine developed by University of Oxford scientists, the first of four candidates to enter clinical testing during an ongoing outbreak.
Statins can reduce dementia risk by up to 15%, long-term study suggests
A 15-year Danish study of over 132,000 people suggests statins can reduce dementia risk by up to 15%, with greater benefits when treatment begins earlier in life.
NHS failing child sexual abuse victims, say psychiatrists
The Royal College of Psychiatrists has issued a public apology for decades of mismanagement in treating child sexual abuse survivors seeking NHS mental health support, citing inadequate training and fragmented services.
NHS bosses warn of chaos in ADHD and autism care
NHS managers warn that autism and ADHD care is at risk of descending into chaos as costs spiral and unregulated private providers proliferate amid surging demand.
Testosterone bought by menopausal women posing as men due to NHS issues
Women in Wales are obtaining testosterone from online pharmacies by posing as men due to NHS access difficulties, with some reaching unsafe levels, according to menopause specialists.
Children as young as six going to A&E in mental health crisis
A 36% increase in children as young as six attending A&E units in England for mental health crises occurred between 2019 and 2025, with some waiting over 12 hours, NHS doctors warn.
Urine test can spot more than nine in 10 bladder cancers
An at-home urine test trialled by the NHS detected over 90% of bladder cancer cases in a study of nearly 1,000 patients, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.
Families hit by long waits for dementia diagnosis
Families report waiting months or years for dementia diagnoses, impacting their finances and mental health, prompting calls for an 18-week diagnostic standard.
Herts patient says heart medication trial has ‘improved my life’
A clinical trial found that most breast cancer survivors whose hearts recovered after treatment may safely stop taking heart medication, with 98% showing no decline in heart function after one year.
‘The health system in Nepal is not prepared for this’
More than 5,600 people remain missing after catastrophic flash floods in Nepal triggered by a collapsed glacier on Aug. 26, devastating health infrastructure and displacing tens of thousands.
Alzheimer’s trial to test drug on people without symptoms to see if it can be prevented
An international clinical trial will test an experimental Alzheimer’s drug on symptom-free people deemed at higher risk, aiming to prevent dementia development before cognitive decline appears.
Mental health groups have ‘failed to acknowledge’ risk of violence, says Mind chief
Mental health organizations have not adequately acknowledged violence risks from a minority of people with severe mental illnesses, according to Mind’s chief executive ahead of an inquiry closure into the Nottingham attacks.
Retatutride: How the hunger for a new weight loss drug is feeding an industry of fakes
Counterfeit versions of experimental weight-loss drug retatrutide are flooding black markets before regulatory approval, with users self-administering untested substances and experiencing serious health complications.
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
A vaccination programme targeting one million teenagers and young adults is launching due to concerns about meningitis B infections. The initiative aims to protect those at highest immediate risk.
PPE failures left NHS staff poorly protected and wasted £10bn, Covid inquiry finds
A UK Covid inquiry found NHS staff faced PPE shortages while £9.9bn in taxpayer money was wasted on procurement, though it found no evidence of ministerial corruption.
Inside Health – Where are we at with long Covid? – BBC Sounds
A clinical trial found that over-the-counter antihistamines and prescription colchicine offered modest fatigue reduction for long Covid patients, though researchers emphasize this is not a cure.
Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?
England’s obesity rates have doubled since 1993, rising from 15% to 30% by 2024, affecting 14 million adults despite 14 government strategies over three decades.
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, alongside expanded screening efforts, potentially marking a transformative shift in disease management.
Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs consumed at restaurants and food service establishments, with cases spreading across England and other parts of the UK.
New daily diabetes pill that helps with weight loss launches in UK pharmacies
A new daily diabetes and weight-loss pill called Foundayo has launched in UK pharmacies, offering an oral alternative to injectable treatments for eligible patients.
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