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‘It was barbaric. I was crying my eyes out’: why are so many women left in agony by routine womb examinations?
Women report severe pain during routine hysteroscopy procedures despite assurances of minimal discomfort, with campaigners calling for better pain relief options and informed consent protocols.
We must fix social care before allowing assisted dying, says Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the assisted dying debate should be postponed until palliative and social care systems are improved, though he supports the principle of assisted dying legislation.
NHS mental health trust plans £25m in cuts to jobs and services
An NHS mental health trust plans to cut £25m from its budget, eliminating approximately 330 jobs and redesigning at least 10 key services across mental health care.
GPs’ breast cancer guidelines ‘miss’ 95% of young women who will develop disease
Research suggests current UK guidelines used by GPs miss 95% of young women under 50 who will develop breast cancer, failing to identify candidates for early testing or preventive treatment.
Study finds three midlife health factors that could delay dementia for 13 years
A study of thousands of Americans found that maintaining normal blood pressure, avoiding type 2 diabetes, and not smoking in midlife was associated with nearly 13 additional years living without dementia.
Cheltenham A&E to remain open as doctors’ strike called off
A planned closure of Cheltenham General Hospital’s A&E department has been averted after the British Medical Association suspended a four-day resident doctor strike following a new government pay offer.
HIV prevention drug could reduce cases globally but USAID cuts prevent access, say experts
New HIV prevention drug lenacapavir could reduce global infections by up to 41%, but US foreign aid cuts are limiting access in vulnerable populations, experts warn.
The real reason child vaccination rates are falling
Childhood vaccination rates in Britain have declined significantly over the past 15 years, with experts attributing the drop primarily to reduced contact between parents and healthcare providers rather than anti-vaccine sentiment.
Women must not be put under pressure to have ‘ideal birth’, says Yvette Cooper
New Health Secretary Yvette Cooper promises root-and-branch maternity reforms, rejecting pressure on women to pursue an ‘ideal birth’ and committing to binding national standards.
Medical colleges condemn scrapping of NHS placements for overseas doctors
NHS England has discontinued the Medical Training Initiative, a program that provided 400-500 overseas doctors annual placements in UK hospitals since 2011, drawing criticism from medical colleges.
NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette Cooper
The NHS must prepare for annual summer heat crises with the same intensity as winter pressures, health secretary Yvette Cooper warns, as heatwaves become routine across the UK.
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 separate government obesity strategies over three decades.
New weight loss pill approved for use in UK
Eli Lilly’s Foundayo, a daily weight-loss pill and GLP-1 medication, has received UK approval, becoming the first such treatment authorized in Europe. It treats obesity and type 2 diabetes but requires separate NHS approval for weight-loss coverage.
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, marking a potential shift from century-old insulin-based approaches.
How will legal challenges fare against CMS rule on gender-affirming care?
The CMS finalized a rule barring federal Medicaid and CHIP funds for pediatric gender-affirming medications and surgery, set to take effect October 13. Legal experts anticipate challenges but note the rule’s procedural approach may make it more defensible than previous administration actions.
Covid inquiry PPE report – a look at the key findings
A UK Covid inquiry report finds the government wasted almost £10 billion on personal protective equipment procurement, with poor planning and a controversial VIP lane system criticized for embedding unfairness in emergency purchasing.
Endometriosis sufferers ‘are not alone’, Chatham woman says
Endometriosis sufferers in Chatham are calling for better support and faster diagnoses, with one woman launching a campaign for a dedicated wellbeing hub after experiencing years of dismissed symptoms.
Alarm at NHS patient records being put under control of US private equity firm
A US private equity firm has acquired Optum UK, which operates the electronic patient record system used by over half of English GP practices, sparking concerns about NHS data security and regulatory oversight.
‘You have to sit quietly until you die’: The families failed by England’s social care system
England’s social care system faces criticism for inadequate support and high costs, with families struggling to afford care for relatives with dementia, disabilities, and complex health needs.
5 questions parents may have after Trump’s latest vaccine move
President Trump signed an executive order Monday on childhood vaccines, though the policy makes no immediate changes to vaccine availability, insurance coverage, or school requirements.
‘We’re seeing lots of people who feel dizzy’: how heatwaves are taking a toll on people’s health and the NHS
Extreme heat during multiple heatwaves this summer is causing increased falls among elderly people and other health complications, straining NHS emergency departments and staff.
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