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Weight loss in middle age can restore cardiovascular health, research suggests
A study found that losing 5% of body weight in middle age can reduce inflammation and lower stroke risk, potentially restoring cardiovascular health to levels similar to those who maintained healthy weight throughout life.
NHS consultants to go on two-day strike in England in November
Senior hospital doctors in England will stage a two-day strike on November 25 and 26 over pay and working hours disputes, with the NHS warning of service disruptions.
Two incoming lawmakers plan to defend health equity from Trump administration cuts
Two incoming lawmakers with science credentials plan to push back against Trump administration cuts to health equity programs and diversity initiatives in Congress.
Rise in NHS birth centre closures ‘shocking’ denial of women’s rights, experts say
Twelve NHS birth centres have closed in England since 2019, with six permanent closures since Labour took power in July 2024, restricting women’s choice in childbirth options, campaigners say.
Ban ‘intrusive’ cameras in England’s mental health wards, say bereaved families
Bereaved families are calling for a ban on Oxevision infrared cameras used in half of England’s mental health wards, citing deaths and harms linked to the monitoring system at a public inquiry.
UK government’s obesity plan ‘doomed to fail’, MPs warn
UK MPs warn the government’s plan to reverse obesity rates within a decade will fail without major restructuring and direct leadership from the prime minister.
This woman defied lethal cancer. Can mRNA vaccines make that possible for others?
A woman who received a personalized mRNA vaccine for pancreatic cancer seven years ago remains cancer-free, offering hope for a new class of treatments showing promise against multiple cancer types.
‘This is direct’: positive early feedback from pilot community mental health hub in Cumbria
Hope Haven, a new community mental health hub in Whitehaven, England, has received positive early feedback during its pilot phase, offering 24/7 open-access mental health support without requiring a diagnosis or referral.
Child dies of measles in Wisconsin’s first such death since 1990
An infant in southwestern Wisconsin died from measles, marking the state’s first measles death since 1990. The case underscores concerns about declining vaccination rates nationwide.
Child health in England at risk from sharp rise in NHS waiting times, report says
Thousands of children in England face record NHS waiting times, with 80,000 young people waiting over a year for community health appointments, according to a Care Quality Commission report.
Manosphere and online misogyny should be treated as public health issues, say UK experts
UK experts argue the manosphere and online misogyny should be treated as a public health issue requiring coordinated government response, similar to tobacco and obesity prevention efforts.
Yvette Cooper drops plans to abolish NHS patient champion after outcry
The UK health secretary has reversed plans to abolish Healthwatch England, the independent NHS patient advocate body, following widespread parliamentary opposition across multiple political parties.
A lot of Floridians lost their healthcare this year. Now, they’re heading to the polls
Hundreds of thousands of Floridians lost health insurance coverage this year following the expiration of pandemic-era ACA subsidies, with healthcare access becoming a central issue in competitive congressional races ahead of the general election.
World’s largest early warning system for severe child illness to launch in NHS A&Es across England
The NHS is rolling out a paediatric early warning system across A&E departments in England this winter, enabling staff to quickly identify when children are deteriorating through vital sign assessments.
Beware ‘sun, sea and surgery’ cosmetic tourism packages, experts advise
Health experts warn that cosmetic surgery abroad carries significant risks including infections, disfigurement, and death, with complications often extending beyond the operating table.
Cancer diagnoses in England hit record high of more than 1,000 people a day
Cancer diagnoses in England reached a record high of more than 1,000 people daily in 2024, with more than 373,000 cases recorded, though experts warn the NHS is still missing treatment timescale targets.
Baby who died from meningitis might have been saved if tested sooner, inquest finds
An inquest jury determined that a five-month-old girl who died from meningitis in November 2023 might have survived had doctors tested her sooner instead of attributing her symptoms to Covid.
Ethnic minorities in England less likely to get breast cancer diagnosis from routine screening
People from minority ethnic backgrounds in England are up to a third less likely to receive breast cancer diagnoses through routine screening and more frequently diagnosed in emergency settings, new analysis shows.
Ferritin face: Can you really diagnose low iron from your looks?
Social media users claim visible signs like dark circles and pale skin indicate low iron levels, but doctors say appearance alone cannot diagnose iron deficiency and blood tests are necessary.
At risk Cumbrian in-person postpartum mums’ groups saved
A Cumbrian postpartum mental health support organization received £70,000 in grants, enabling it to maintain in-person peer support groups that faced closure due to funding constraints.
Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to remember
Sen. Chris Murphy suffered a stroke recently, highlighting the importance of recognizing warning signs using the BE FAST acronym to ensure rapid medical intervention and prevent brain damage.
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