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Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know
England is offering over a million young people a free meningitis B vaccine following an outbreak in Kent earlier this year that resulted in 29 confirmed or suspected cases and two deaths.
Covid inquiry PPE report – a look at the key findings
A UK Covid inquiry report found the government wasted nearly £10 billion on PPE procurement, with only one-third of England’s pre-pandemic mask stockpile usable when the pandemic began.
Women using HRT at lower risk of dementia, study suggests
A study of over 180,000 UK women found that hormone replacement therapy users had a 10% lower dementia risk and 16% lower Alzheimer’s risk compared to non-users.
Treatment involving patient’s family cuts mental health hospital admissions, study finds
Research published in The Lancet Psychiatry found that involving family and friends in mental health treatment reduced psychiatric hospital admissions by approximately three times compared to traditional approaches.
ADHD and autism costs in England ‘running out of control’, NHS leaders warn
NHS leaders warn that soaring costs for ADHD and autism services in England are becoming unsustainable, with some areas experiencing tenfold spending increases annually.
New York City to increase cooling tower inspections after legionnaires’ outbreaks
New York City is increasing cooling tower inspections and regulations following recent legionnaires’ disease outbreaks in Harlem and the Upper East Side that resulted in multiple deaths and illnesses.
Why too many women are prescribed antibiotics for UTIs they don’t have
A study found that most women diagnosed with recurrent UTIs may not actually have bacterial infections; instead, their symptoms stem from hormonal inflammation and pelvic floor dysfunction, leading to unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions.
Doctors groups release vaccination guidelines ahead of respiratory illness season
Medical professional organizations released joint vaccination guidelines for influenza, Covid-19, and RSV ahead of the upcoming respiratory illness season, amid ongoing changes to federal vaccine policy.
Why are drug overdose deaths declining?
U.S. overdose deaths fell 27% in 2024, with preliminary 2025 data showing further decline. Public health officials cite naloxone distribution, medication access, and prison treatment as contributing factors.
Doctors wrongly said I was too young to have endometriosis at 13
A 14-year-old from Yorkshire describes being dismissed by doctors who said she was too young for endometriosis, despite severe monthly pain requiring hospital visits and morphine injections.
Americans bought 12% less soda under new SNAP restrictions, study says
A new study finds Americans receiving SNAP benefits purchased 12% less soda after restrictions on sugary drinks took effect in 10 states, translating to about 34 fewer cans annually per person.
‘An amazing relief’: implant offers hope for those with refractory angina
A new study finds that a chest implant significantly reduces pain in 75% of refractory angina patients within six months, offering relief for those unresponsive to standard treatments.
New daily diabetes pill that helps with weight loss launches in UK pharmacies
A new daily diabetes and weight-loss pill called Foundayo launched in UK pharmacies, marking the first European approval. Pharmacists welcomed the oral option but warned of counterfeit GLP-1 drug versions.
Nurse practitioner trainees find themselves stymied by shortage of clinical mentors
Nurse practitioner students face a critical shortage of clinical mentors required for graduation, forcing many to search independently and pay thousands from their own pockets for supervision.
NI health: Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action
Consultants and specialist doctors in Northern Ireland participated in their first-ever strike over pay, with 90% of routine and elective services continuing despite the 24-hour industrial action.
Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know
England is offering free meningitis B vaccines to approximately one million young people, with nearly 90,000 doses already administered following an outbreak in Kent earlier this year.
Inside Health – Where are we at with long Covid? – BBC Sounds
A clinical trial found that over-the-counter antihistamines and a prescription anti-inflammatory drug offered small fatigue reduction for long Covid patients, though researchers note it is not a cure.
Inside Health – A new era for type 1 diabetes treatment – BBC Sounds
The NHS is rolling out a new type 1 diabetes treatment called teplizumab that can delay disease onset for years, alongside expanded screening efforts to identify at-risk individuals.
‘It was barbaric. I was crying my eyes out’: why are so many women left in agony by routine womb examinations?
Patients report severe pain during routine womb examinations, prompting calls for improved pain relief options and informed consent similar to colonoscopy procedures.
Vaping could lead to health harm in children and young people, doctors warn
Medical experts warn that vaping poses health risks to children and young people, citing associations with respiratory problems and other harms, and urge stronger government restrictions.
Weekly type 2 diabetes jab could replace daily injections
A weekly insulin injection called Onswik could replace daily injections for type 2 diabetes patients, potentially reducing annual injections by 86%, pending regulatory approval.
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