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Clopidogrel Beats Aspirin in Heart Attack Prevention

Groundbreaking NHS research shows clopidogrel is significantly more effective than traditional aspirin at preventing recurrent heart attacks and strokes, potentially transforming cardiovascular treatment protocols across Britain.

Baxdrostat: Game-Changer Pill for High Blood Pressure

A groundbreaking new drug, Baxdrostat, has shown remarkable success in clinical trials, offering new hope for millions struggling with treatment-resistant hypertension. This daily pill could revolutionise how high blood pressure is managed across Britain.

UK Scientists Announce Functional HIV Cure in New Pill

British researchers have announced a groundbreaking 'functional cure' for HIV. A new once-a-day pill has shown remarkable success in suppressing the virus, even in patients with drug-resistant strains, potentially eliminating the need for lifelong medicat

NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.

World First: UK Surgeons Transplant Pig Lung into Human

In a landmark medical breakthrough, British surgeons have transplanted a pig lung into a human for the first time. The organ, genetically engineered to prevent rejection, marks a monumental step towards solving the chronic donor shortage and revolutionisi

Revolutionary 'freeze' treatment destroys brain tumours

UK doctors pioneer a groundbreaking 'cryoablation' technique, freezing inoperable brain tumours with an ice ball probe. This minimally invasive NHS procedure offers new hope for patients with glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer.

NHS Approves Revolutionary Bladder Cancer Drug

The NHS has greenlit pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for high-risk bladder cancer patients, a groundbreaking immunotherapy that could prevent recurrence and transform treatment outcomes across the UK.

NHS Scotland Staff Sickness Hits 10-Year High

Exclusive analysis reveals NHS Scotland's staff sickness rates have soared to their highest level in 10 years, with 18 out of 18 health boards reporting increased absenteeism, raising alarm about workforce burnout and patient care.

Breakthrough pain therapy offers years of relief

A groundbreaking new therapy is transforming the lives of chronic pain sufferers, providing long-term relief that lasts for years. Discover how this innovative treatment could change pain management forever.

NHS trusts face urgent cost-cutting demands

Dozens of NHS trusts are under pressure to cut costs after the Department of Health and Social Care ordered urgent savings, raising concerns over patient care.

Breakthrough blood test detects cancer earlier

Scientists develop a revolutionary blood test that may detect myeloma, a type of blood cancer, much earlier than current methods, potentially saving lives through timely intervention.

NHS waiting lists hit record 7.57 million

New figures reveal NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.57 million, with patients facing agonising delays for specialist care. Experts warn the crisis is far from over.

NHS faces critical staff shortages in new report

A recent report highlights severe staffing shortages within the NHS, raising concerns over patient care and service sustainability. Experts warn of growing pressures on healthcare workers.

Dementia jab breakthrough offers Alzheimer's hope

A groundbreaking new jab could slow or even halt the progression of Alzheimer's disease, offering hope to millions. Early trials show promising results in targeting toxic proteins linked to dementia.

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