Trending Health News
NHS bodies in England impose two-year minimum wait for ADHD and autism assessments
Four NHS integrated care boards in England have imposed minimum two-year waiting periods for ADHD and autism assessments, with 15 ICBs overall implementing various rationing measures amid surging demand for neurodiversity diagnoses.
Congress passed $100 million for teen pregnancy prevention. Most of it is untouched
Congress allocated $101 million for teen pregnancy prevention, but roughly $100 million remains unspent as of late 2026, with only about $500,000 distributed to organizations.
The U.S. has more thalidomide survivors than the government admits
The U.S. government has formally acknowledged only 17 thalidomide survivors, though experts estimate around a hundred Americans were affected by the drug in the early 1960s despite its lack of FDA approval for general use.
Noah Woods data breach sees Suffolk and Essex NHS remove 10 staff
Ten NHS staff have been removed from duty or suspended following unauthorized access to medical records in the case of three-year-old Noah Woods, whose death prompted an urgent investigation.
Risk from toxic metals can persist months after wildfires, Maui study finds
A study of the 2023 Maui wildfires found harmful metal mixtures in smoke and ash persisted in residents’ bodies up to 18 months later, with elevated concentrations linked to respiratory problems.
Hospitals in England hit by shortages of common drugs such as paracetamol
English NHS trusts have experienced shortages of common medications including aspirin, co-codamol, and ramipril, affecting patient access to pain relief and blood pressure treatment.
She’s spent two decades talking to parents who don’t vaccinate their children. Here’s what she’s learned
A University of Colorado sociologist who studied vaccine-hesitant families for two decades argues parents declining vaccinations are acting logically within modern wellness culture, not irrationally or selfishly.
Why MAHA wants to make health data much more accessible
The MAHA Institute is pushing to expand access to patient health data for federal research, citing benefits for studying chronic diseases and vaccine safety while privacy advocates raise concerns.
Brain tumour diagnosis cut from weeks to hours with rapid new NHS test
The NHS has begun using a rapid genomic test that can diagnose brain tumours in approximately two hours instead of up to eight weeks, enabling patients to start treatment sooner.
Senate finance committee backs Chris Klomp, advancing him to full Senate vote
The Senate Finance Committee approved Chris Klomp’s nomination to be deputy secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, advancing him to a full Senate vote.
‘A tumour the size of a football saved my life’
A woman diagnosed with mucinous ovarian cancer, one of the UK’s rarest cancers, urges others not to dismiss their symptoms and to trust their instincts about their health.
Trump administration uses rare authority to claw back nearly $1B in spending approved by Congress
The Trump administration is canceling nearly $1 billion in congressionally approved spending using a contested power, targeting immigrant services and diversity initiatives while citing decreased border crossings.
Drones could speed up getting defibrillators to people having cardiac arrests, study suggests
Research suggests drones could reduce response times for delivering defibrillators to people experiencing cardiac arrests outside hospitals, potentially improving survival rates in areas with limited access to the devices.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Isle of Man doctors voted to support strike action over pay disputes, with 95% of 104 participating members backing industrial action amid concerns about income erosion since 2008.
Running costs of Covid vaccine damage scheme double the amount paid to victims
The UK government’s Covid vaccine damage support scheme spent £83m on administration and medical assessments since April 2022, more than double the £32m paid to victims, sparking calls for urgent reform.
Young people’s Pip claims for ADHD and autism ‘rising fastest in affluent areas’
Research shows disability benefit claims for ADHD and autism are rising fastest in affluent English areas like Wokingham and Surrey, likely due to quicker private diagnostic access among wealthier families.
Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so severe
Scientists identified genetic changes in bacteria responsible for a severe meningitis outbreak in Kent earlier this year, explaining why the strain spread rapidly and caused severe illness among young people.
NHS bodies in England impose two-year minimum wait for ADHD and autism assessments
Multiple NHS bodies in England are imposing minimum waits of two years or longer for ADHD and autism assessments, citing cost constraints amid surging demand for neurodiversity diagnoses.
Congress passed $100 million for teen pregnancy prevention. Most of it is untouched
Congress allocated $101 million for teen pregnancy prevention, but about $100 million remains unspent as of late in the 2026 fiscal year, prompting concerns from lawmakers.
Federal judge rolls back landmark disability protections
A federal judge ruled that the Department of Health and Human Services must remove community integration language from a landmark disability rule, marking a significant reversal in federal disability protections.
Plan to limit NHS diagnoses of ADHD attacked as ‘rationing’ healthcare
A government review proposes limiting formal ADHD diagnoses and instead offering support through needs-based assessments, drawing criticism from health advocates who characterize it as rationing healthcare.
FEATURED
Health Articles
Autism Is a Spectrum: Here’s What That Really Means
What Do People Mean When They Say Autism Is a Spectrum? Autism is a relatively common developmental disability that most of us are at least somewhat familiar with. In the past couple of decades, experts have begun to refer to autism as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD),...
New Fullerton California Car Accident Study: Comprehensive Analysis
Road safety remains a pressing issue worldwide, warranting continuous research and action. Despite remarkable strides in technology and more robust traffic regulation enforcement, vehicular accidents continue to pose a significant public health risk. The recently...
The Use of Health Technology Assessment by Healthcare Providers
As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, so does the need for evidence-based decision-making. Health technology assessment (HTA) is a tool that healthcare providers can use to evaluate health technologies' clinical and economic impact. HTA can help identify...
The Emotional Roller Coaster of Searching for Your Biological Family
There can be many reasons why adopted children want to find their biological families. Some may feel a need to know where they came from, while others may hope to find a connection with someone they’ve never met. Whatever the reason, it’s a personal choice and there...