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The NHS in England will offer free finger-prick cholesterol tests at participating pharmacies for people aged 40 to 84, aiming to reduce heart disease and stroke deaths by a quarter within the next decade.
A major cardiology conference in Munich highlighted mixed news, including promising results from an mRNA cancer vaccine and emerging concerns about radiopharmaceutical safety in cancer treatment.
New migraine prevention guidelines from major medical societies reflect at least half a dozen medications approved since 2012, particularly CGRP-blocking drugs, offering expanded treatment options for patients.
High UV levels are forecast across the UK this week. While some sun exposure is necessary for vitamin D production, excessive UV radiation increases skin cancer risk and causes premature ageing and eye damage.
Isle of Man doctors voted 95% in favor of strike action over pay erosion, with the union citing a 29% real-terms pay cut since 2008.
UK health authorities are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs or egg-containing dishes, primarily affecting people who ate at restaurants and catering facilities rather than at home.
