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Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?
England’s obesity rates have doubled since 1993, rising from 15% to 30% by 2024, affecting 14 million adults despite 14 government strategies over three decades.
Inside Health – A new era for type 1 diabetes treatment – BBC Sounds
The NHS is rolling out a new treatment called teplizumab that can delay type 1 diabetes onset for years, alongside expanded screening efforts, potentially marking a transformative shift in disease management.
Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs consumed at restaurants and food service establishments, with cases spreading across England and other parts of the UK.
New daily diabetes pill that helps with weight loss launches in UK pharmacies
A new daily diabetes and weight-loss pill called Foundayo has launched in UK pharmacies, offering an oral alternative to injectable treatments for eligible patients.
Largest review of its kind confirms benefits of tai chi and other Chinese exercises
A comprehensive review of 1,744 clinical trials confirms that traditional Chinese exercises like tai chi improve physical function, pain, mental health, and bone density in people with musculoskeletal disorders.
NHS England to offer women ‘gamechanging’ free home testing kits for cervical cancer
NHS England will offer free home testing kits to millions of women who have missed cervical screening appointments, aiming to increase participation rates currently at 68.8%.
Autism and ADHD care complaints more than triple in five years in England
Complaints about autism and ADHD services in England more than tripled over five years, with the NHS ombudsman citing prolonged waits and patients paying thousands for private care due to service capacity constraints.
‘So much fringe science’: RFK Jr’s advisers are pushing an extreme makeover in autism research
Autism advocates and researchers express concern that a federal research roadmap developed by advisers selected by Health Secretary RFK Jr. may redirect funding toward unproven alternative therapies instead of established genetic research.
Number of young people with no close friends has soared since 2014 in England
The number of young people in England with no close friends has increased fivefold since 2014, rising from one in 100 to one in 20, according to new research from the IPPR thinktank.
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
A vaccination campaign targeting one million teenagers and young adults is launching to address meningitis B infection concerns. The programme aims to protect those at highest immediate risk of the disease.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man have voted to support strike action over pay concerns, with 95% of 104 participating members in favor, citing a 29% real-terms pay cut since 2008.
UK starts first vaccine trial, eight weeks into Ebola emergency
The UK has authorized the first clinical trial of a new Ebola vaccine developed by Oxford scientists, with volunteers to receive initial doses within weeks as the outbreak continues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Covid inquiry PPE report – a look at the key findings
A Covid inquiry report criticizes the UK government’s pandemic procurement of personal protective equipment, finding nearly £10 billion was wasted on supplies for NHS workers.
Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?
England’s obesity rate among adults aged 16 and over has doubled from 15% in 1993 to 30% in 2024, affecting 14 million adults despite 14 government strategies over three decades.
Extreme heat more dangerous for people 60 and over than previously thought
Research shows people aged 60 and over face dangerous heat stress at significantly lower temperatures than younger adults, with older populations projected to experience increasingly frequent heat-related health crises.
Vaccine breakthrough stops cancer returning in trial
A personalised vaccine combined with an immunotherapy drug extended cancer-free survival in high-risk melanoma patients during a trial, marking a potential advance in cancer treatment.
NHS England to offer women ‘gamechanging’ free home testing kits for cervical cancer
NHS England will offer free home testing kits to millions of women who have missed cervical cancer screening appointments, aiming to increase participation rates and help eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.
CDC releases latest life expectancy data
Life expectancy for Americans born in 2024 reached 79 years, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and increasing 0.6 years from 2023, driven by declines in Covid deaths and unintentional injuries.
Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the U.S. this year, both people unvaccinated
Pennsylvania reported the first two measles deaths in the United States this year, both involving unvaccinated residents from Lancaster County. The deaths mark part of a surge in measles cases across the country.
More or less protein? What to eat to get you through a heatwave
Nutritionists advise adjusting eating and drinking habits during heatwaves, recommending water-rich foods, protein sources that require less cooking, and increased hydration while maintaining proper fluid intake.
‘It can be isolating’ – how does hot weather impact anxiety?
Oxford University research indicates that elevated temperatures can trigger anxiety and mental health issues. One person with agoraphobia describes how heat intensifies her symptoms and creates feelings of isolation.
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