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NHS to roll out at-home HPV cervical screenings in Wolverhampton
The NHS is rolling out free at-home HPV self-testing kits in Wolverhampton to increase cervical cancer screening rates among women who have not attended appointments.
What is UV, why is it dangerous and how can you protect yourself?
The UK is experiencing high UV levels during a period of extreme heat. Excessive UV exposure damages skin cells and increases skin cancer risk, though some UV exposure is essential for vitamin D production.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man voted to proceed with strike action over pay concerns, with 95% of 104 participating members supporting the measure in a dispute involving alleged pay erosion.
UK starts first vaccine trial, eight weeks into Ebola emergency
UK regulators have approved human trials for a new Ebola vaccine developed by Oxford scientists, marking the first clinical test of four candidates under development during an ongoing outbreak.
Almost 75% of A&E staff in UK face violence or aggression daily or weekly
Nearly 73% of UK A&E staff face violence or aggression daily or weekly, according to an RCEM survey of over 2,000 workers, highlighting widespread abuse in emergency departments.
‘I felt robbed’: bereaved parents hope for answers from Sussex maternity review
An independent review into Sussex maternity services has launched, examining over 1,000 cases dating to 2018 following concerns that at least 55 baby deaths might have been preventable.
As assisted dying bill returns to Commons, families recall loved ones’ battle to ‘go out on own terms’
Families of terminally ill people featured in videos supporting an assisted dying bill recall their loved ones’ deaths as the controversial legislation returns to Parliament for debate.
‘Mistrust’ of Palantir may affect NHS research, says health minister
UK health officials express concern about public mistrust of Palantir amid reports that tens of thousands of NHS patients have withdrawn their medical data from research use.
Running costs of Covid vaccine damage scheme double the amount paid to victims
The government’s vaccine damage scheme has spent £83m on administration since April 2022, more than double the £32m paid to injured victims, sparking calls for urgent reform.
Inside Health – Where are we at with long Covid? – BBC Sounds
A clinical trial found that over-the-counter antihistamines and prescription colchicine offered modest fatigue reduction for long Covid patients, though researchers emphasize this is not a cure.
Inside Health – A new era for type 1 diabetes treatment – BBC Sounds
A new NHS treatment can delay type 1 diabetes onset for years, marking a significant shift from century-old insulin therapy. Screening programs are expanding to identify those who could benefit from the emerging therapy.
Pig kidney works in human body for 271 days – is this the future of organ transplants?
A pig kidney transplanted into a patient functioned for 271 days, the longest duration on record, demonstrating potential as a bridge solution while patients await human organ donation.
Retatutride: How the hunger for a new weight loss drug is feeding an industry of fakes
Counterfeit versions of retatrutide, an experimental weight-loss drug still in clinical trials, are proliferating on black markets worldwide, raising safety concerns among regulators and health professionals.
Mum ‘lost trust’ in Addenbrooke’s after surgeon review
An NHS surgeon’s suspension led to an independent investigation revealing 209 patients experienced harm, including 41 severe cases and one death, at Cambridge’s Addenbrooke’s Hospital.
What do heatwaves do to the body and who is most at risk?
Extreme heat affects the body by dilating blood vessels and causing fluid loss through sweating, with older people, babies, and those with certain health conditions facing elevated health risks.
How does assisted dying work in other countries?
Approximately 400 million people now live in countries with legalized assisted dying, including Canada, Australia, and Spain. Laws vary significantly worldwide, with some restricting access to terminally ill patients while others extend eligibility to those with incurable conditions.
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
A vaccination program targeting one million teenagers and young adults is launching in response to meningitis B infection concerns, with officials saying it protects those at highest immediate risk.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man voted to support strike action over pay erosion, with 95% of 104 eligible members backing industrial action in a dispute with Manx Care.
New heart attack definition promises better care for women
Leading cardiovascular organizations have agreed on the world’s first universal heart attack definition, aimed at improving care for women who have historically received delayed or less effective treatment.
Doctors’ AI scribes get names of drugs and diagnoses wrong, NHS watchdog warns
An NHS watchdog warns that AI scribes transcribing patient consultations make dangerous errors with drug names and diagnoses, potentially affecting medical records and patient care if undetected.
Gaps in NHS end-of-life care ‘denying ill children chance to die at home’
Critically ill children in England are unable to die at home due to NHS failures to provide required end-of-life care, with charity research showing 36% of health boards commission no such services.
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