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Inside Health – Could CAR-T therapy transform autoimmune disease? – BBC Sounds
An experimental CAR-T therapy designed to reset immune systems shows transformative early results in autoimmune disease trials, with a UK lupus patient among the first to receive the treatment.
Inside Health – Could we eliminate cervical cancer? – BBC Sounds
HPV-vaccinated women under 30 now face nearly zero cervical cancer mortality risk, though experts debate whether cervical screening remains necessary going forward.
The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
Scientists are investigating whether biphasic sleep—splitting rest into two distinct periods rather than one continuous block—may help mitigate health risks faced by millions of shift workers worldwide.
Endometriosis sufferers ‘are not alone’, Chatham woman says
A Chatham woman diagnosed with endometriosis in 2023 is campaigning for a dedicated wellbeing hub in the region, while highlighting the condition’s debilitating impact on those affected.
Risk of Parkinson’s disease may increase with prolonged exposure to road traffic noise
A large Danish study found that prolonged exposure to road traffic noise is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, with risk rising 3% for every 11.5dB increase in noise levels.
Evidence lacking for Oxevision monitoring tech, inquiry hears
An inquiry into Essex mental health patient deaths heard that monitoring technology widely used in NHS wards lacks strong independent evidence of improved safety benefits.
We must fix social care before allowing assisted dying, says Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that assisted dying legislation should wait until palliative and social care systems improve, delaying debate on a bill scheduled for parliamentary vote in September.
‘You have to sit quietly until you die’: The families failed by England’s social care system
England’s social care system is being criticized as unfair and inadequate, with families depleting savings and sacrificing careers to afford care for loved ones with conditions ranging from dementia to autism.
Key Senate panel backs Trump’s picks for CDC, pandemic preparedness
Senate health committee approved Trump nominees Erica Schwartz for CDC director and Sean Kaufman for pandemic preparedness, with support from Republican members and Democrat Tim Kaine for Schwartz.
NHS mental health trust plans £25m in cuts to jobs and services
An NHS mental health trust plans £25m in budget cuts affecting hundreds of jobs and multiple services including child mental health care, talking therapies, and addiction support.
Woman has pioneering surgery for unborn baby with intestines outside its body
Doctors have successfully performed pioneering in-utero surgery on an unborn baby with gastroschisis, a birth defect where intestines grow outside the body. The procedure, performed at 26 weeks of pregnancy, represents a significant advancement in fetal surgical intervention.
Heart transplant candidates fail if they get too weak. New program tries inpatient prehab
A new inpatient rehabilitation program aims to prevent heart transplant candidates from becoming too frail while hospitalized, helping them maintain eligibility for lifesaving surgery.
Cheltenham A&E to remain open as doctors’ strike called off
A planned four-day doctors’ strike at Cheltenham General Hospital has been suspended after the British Medical Association received a new pay offer from the government, allowing the A&E department to remain open.
Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know
High street pharmacies in England are now offering free meningitis B vaccines for eligible teenagers and young adults, following an outbreak in Kent earlier this year that resulted in 29 confirmed or suspected cases and two deaths.
Relationship OCD convinced me I’d cheat on my boyfriend
Relationship OCD causes persistent intrusive doubts about romantic partnerships that go far beyond normal relationship concerns, leading individuals to engage in compulsive behaviors seeking reassurance from partners or external sources.
UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
A UK humanitarian worker has been evacuated to a London hospital for monitoring after potential Ebola exposure in the Democratic Republic of Congo, though the worker currently shows no symptoms.
‘If all else fails, sue’: how ultra-processed food firms are using the courts to obstruct health rules
Major ultra-processed food companies have filed hundreds of lawsuits challenging government health policies, with 235 cases identified across multiple countries between 2010 and 2025, according to a multi-country investigation.
Multiple sclerosis: First drug to help patients walk now on NHS in England
Fampridine, a drug that helps multiple sclerosis patients walk, is now available on the NHS in England. The medication boosts nerve signals, with clinical trials showing approximately four in 10 users experienced improved walking speed.
Heatwave anxiety can make you feel ‘incredibly helpless’ – here’s how to manage it
Climate anxiety intensified during England’s warmest June on record, with some individuals reporting severe distress. Psychologists recommend talking with others, finding communities, and taking positive action to manage the mental health impact.
Repeated use of saunas could help people cope better in heatwaves, scientists say
Scientists suggest regular sauna use may help bodies adapt to heat through improved sweating and blood flow, though experts caution against using saunas during active heatwaves without medical supervision.
Calls for change after fertility appointment inside maternity unit
A woman undergoing fertility treatment calls for separation of gynaecology and fertility services from maternity units after finding her appointment located within a maternity facility in Northern Ireland.
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When society thinks of "workplace injuries," the images that typically come to mind are dramatic: a fall from a construction scaffolding, a severe burn in a commercial kitchen, or an accident involving heavy manufacturing machinery. We have spent over a century...
Why Personal Appearance Is a Booming Global Market
Personal appearance is no longer a niche interest reserved for celebrities and fashion elites. Around the world, people are increasingly aware that how they look is closely connected to how they feel, how they present themselves, and how they’re perceived by others....
Dangerous Roads in California
According to the National Safety Council, tens of thousands of people die in traffic-related crashes and accidents every year. A high number of related fatalities in California often cause the state to rank on lists about the nation's most dangerous roads. The...
Anavex Life Sciences Reports Advances for Oral Alzheimer’s Disease Medication in Phase IIb/III Trial
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. has announced promising results from its Phase IIb/III clinical trial of blarcamesine (ANAVEX®2-73), an oral Alzheimer's disease medication, at the 2024 Alzheimer's Association International Conference. The study demonstrated that...