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Endometriosis sufferers ‘are not alone’, Chatham woman says
Endometriosis sufferers in Chatham are calling for better support and faster diagnoses, with one woman launching a campaign for a dedicated wellbeing hub after experiencing years of dismissed symptoms.
Alarm at NHS patient records being put under control of US private equity firm
A US private equity firm has acquired Optum UK, which operates the electronic patient record system used by over half of English GP practices, sparking concerns about NHS data security and regulatory oversight.
‘You have to sit quietly until you die’: The families failed by England’s social care system
England’s social care system faces criticism for inadequate support and high costs, with families struggling to afford care for relatives with dementia, disabilities, and complex health needs.
5 questions parents may have after Trump’s latest vaccine move
President Trump signed an executive order Monday on childhood vaccines, though the policy makes no immediate changes to vaccine availability, insurance coverage, or school requirements.
‘We’re seeing lots of people who feel dizzy’: how heatwaves are taking a toll on people’s health and the NHS
Extreme heat during multiple heatwaves this summer is causing increased falls among elderly people and other health complications, straining NHS emergency departments and staff.
Two years after rules overhaul, have methadone clinics really changed?
Two years after federal regulations overhauled methadone clinic operations, data suggests a majority have implemented changes, though some experts question whether the cultural shift is as widespread as reported.
Ultra-processed food companies hindering health drives by suing countries, says WHO
WHO director general says ultra-processed food corporations are suing governments to obstruct obesity prevention measures, with 235 lawsuits filed across multiple countries between 2010 and 2025.
Inside Health – Where are we at with long Covid? – BBC Sounds
A new clinical trial found that antihistamines and colchicine offered modest fatigue reduction for long Covid patients, though researchers emphasize this is not a cure.
New walk-in mental health centres to open in banks and libraries across England
England’s government plans to establish nearly 200 community mental health centres and dedicated mental health A&Es by 2029, with hubs opening in high street locations like banks and libraries.
‘It can make you psychotic or give you a cardiac arrest’: why are so many children vaping the ‘prison drug’ spice?
A synthetic drug called spice is increasingly found in vapes marketed to children as cannabis, with research showing it can cause psychosis, seizures, and cardiac arrest.
NHS must plan for heatwaves like it does for winter, health secretary says
England’s health secretary called for the NHS to develop annual heatwave preparation plans comparable to winter planning, citing increased A&E attendance and ambulance worker strain during record temperatures.
‘Babies will be born in laybys’: maternity cuts leave women with stark choices in Devon
North Devon district hospital has suspended maternity services due to severe staffing shortages, forcing pregnant women to travel up to two hours to other hospitals for childbirth.
Talks on launch of clinical trial of Ebola vaccine in DRC advance, WHO says
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the WHO are advancing discussions to launch a clinical trial testing Ebola vaccines against the Bundibugyo virus amid a rapidly spreading outbreak.
Leading doctor rebukes NHS chiefs over transplant crisis
A senior NHS doctor has criticized the health service’s management of transplant operations, citing staff burnout, cancelled procedures, and stagnant transplant numbers over three decades.
The drug lenacapavir is a mighty weapon against HIV. Its rollout gets mixed reviews
Lenacapavir, an injectable HIV prevention drug given twice yearly, has shown extraordinary efficacy in clinical trials but faces mixed reviews during its rollout in Uganda due to distribution challenges and pricing concerns.
Eclipse warning: All the key signs you may have damaged your eyes
Eye experts warn people to watch for vision damage from eclipse exposure, with symptoms including blurred vision, dark spots, and light sensitivity. Around 70 people suffered sight damage from the 1999 UK eclipse.
Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know
England is offering free meningitis B vaccines to approximately a million young people, particularly those entering university or residential colleges, following an outbreak in Kent earlier this year.
Calls for change after fertility appointment inside maternity unit
A woman who underwent a decade-long IVF journey is advocating for fertility and gynaecology services to be separated from maternity units after experiencing distress during a hospital appointment.
Are the ‘luteal uglies’ a real thing?
Social media videos about “luteal uglies” describe appearance and mood changes during the second half of women’s menstrual cycles. Medical experts confirm hormonal shifts cause real physical and emotional effects that deserve greater awareness and support.
Half of vaccines are binned – this plant could change that
UK scientists successfully trialed a refrigeration-free vaccine for the first time, converting a tetanus-diphtheria vaccine into a stable powder form using a sugar derived from resurrection plants.
Lucy Davis urges women to check their breasts for cancer – here’s how
Actress Lucy Davis reveals she has incurable breast cancer that has spread to her bones. Experts advise women to check breasts monthly for lumps, skin changes, and nipple discharge.
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