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Covid failings in care homes: What the inquiry says
A UK Covid inquiry report criticizes government protection of care home residents, finding more than 43,000 recorded deaths and widespread failures in PPE provision, testing, and visitor restrictions.
Australian researchers identify new subtype of depression linked to body clock disruptions
Australian researchers have identified a new depression subtype called “circadian depression,” linked to body clock disruptions and affecting nearly a quarter of study participants, which appears less responsive to standard antidepressants.
Weight loss in middle age can restore cardiovascular health, research suggests
Research indicates that losing 5% of body weight in middle age can reduce inflammation, lower stroke risk, and restore cardiovascular health to levels comparable with those who maintained healthy weight throughout life.
Tighter rules planned to protect people from botched cosmetic surgery
England plans stricter rules for cosmetic procedures like liquid Brazilian butt lifts and vampire facials, allowing only trained professionals to perform high-risk treatments and banning them for under-18s.
Women hope yearly health checks will improve PMOS diagnosis and care
The UK is renaming polycystic ovary syndrome to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome and implementing annual health checks to improve diagnosis and care for the condition affecting one in eight women.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man voted in favor of strike action over pay disputes, with 95% of 104 ballots supporting industrial action in response to pay erosion.
Open wounds and eyes that can’t close – women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery
Oculoplastic surgeons warn of rising complications from cheap blepharoplasty procedures performed abroad, with patients reporting open wounds, vision problems, and inadequate aftercare.
No ‘snowflakes’: mental health review says today’s youth have it harder and harms are real
A major mental health review concludes that rising mental health problems among today’s youth are genuine, driven by social and cultural factors including social media, financial insecurity, and reduced support services.
Women ‘more likely to be told autoimmune conditions are psychological’
Women with autoimmune conditions are up to 74% more likely than men to be told their symptoms are psychological, and face significantly longer waits for diagnosis and treatment, according to new research.
NI health: Hospital doctors to strike as pay dispute continues
Hospital doctors in Northern Ireland will stage two 24-hour strikes in November over ongoing pay disputes, with the BMA warning of potential escalation if progress isn’t achieved on compensation.
Failings allowed Covid ‘to spread like wildfire’ in care homes, inquiry finds
An official inquiry found government failures allowed COVID to spread widely in care homes, with over 43,000 recorded deaths between March 2020 and July 2022, contradicting ministers’ claims of protection.
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 approximately half of England’s mental health wards, citing links to patient deaths and privacy concerns at a public inquiry.
Baby who died from meningitis may have been saved if tested sooner, inquest finds
An inquest jury concluded that a five-month-old girl who died from meningitis in November 2023 may have been saved if doctors had tested her sooner rather than attributing her symptoms to Covid.
Can one photo of your face reveal how ill you are?
US researchers developed an AI tool that may estimate cancer patient survival by analyzing facial photographs, focusing on features near the eyes and nose to help doctors recommend appropriate treatments.
‘I want to do everything I can to head off dementia’: why demand for the shingles vaccine is soaring
Demand for shingles vaccines is surging in Britain, driven partly by studies suggesting vaccination might reduce dementia risk by up to 20%, though the protective mechanism remains unclear.
Trans women no longer to be placed on female-only wards under new NHS England guidance
NHS England has updated guidance to place trans women in single-sex facilities based on biological sex rather than gender identity, marking a shift from previous policy.
Ten-year-old Willow among children to benefit from pioneering same-day test to spot infections
A same-day metagenomic test detected hidden and drug-resistant infections among over 100 critically ill children at Great Ormond Street Hospital, influencing treatment decisions in a quarter of cases.
Cumbrian support service fears closure could leave mums suicidal
The Happy Mums Foundation, which supports women experiencing postpartum mental health challenges, faces potential closure due to funding pressures. Director Lucinda Bray expressed concern that losing in-person group sessions could leave vulnerable mothers without a safe space to discuss suicidal thoughts.
Up to 20 maternity units in England may have to shut, NHS leader warns
An NHS leader warns up to 20 maternity units in England may need to close to ensure safe care amid doctor shortages and rising caesarean section rates, though the proposal has faced immediate opposition.
Two former Republican lawmakers say the GOP’s vaccine position is a liability
Two former Republican physicians warn that the GOP’s unclear vaccine messaging could damage party candidates in upcoming elections, citing internal polling data showing voter concerns about the issue.
How do we support ketamine users when their needs are so different?
Ketamine referrals to UK rehabilitation facilities have surged dramatically, with services struggling to adapt to the complex needs of younger users experiencing rapid physical deterioration including bladder damage and mobility issues.
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