Man denied NHS weight-loss surgery over ADHD
Keren Slater, 48, claims the NHS refused him a gastric bypass due to his ADHD, leaving him in limbo. He says he's being discriminated against and has nowhere to turn for help.
Category : Search result: NHS obesity treatment
NHS waiting list falls as Streeting hails recovery
England's NHS waiting list for routine treatment fell in September, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting stating the service is 'on the road to recovery'. Discover the latest figures and winter pressures.
NHS Cancer Care Crisis: Patients Face Dangerous Delays
Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients face devastating delays in cancer diagnosis and treatment, with some waiting months for vital care as services struggle under immense pressure.
West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart
New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.
Weight Loss Drug Showdown: Novo Nordisk vs Eli Lilly
The pharmaceutical weight loss market heats up as Novo Nordisk's blockbuster drugs Wegovy and Ozempic confront serious competition from Eli Lilly's Mounjaro, reshaping diabetes and obesity treatment landscapes.
UK Food Labels Failing in Obesity Fight, Study Reveals
Groundbreaking research exposes how current food labelling systems are failing British consumers and contributing to rising obesity rates across the UK.
England's Obesity Crisis Worsens: New Data Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals England's escalating obesity epidemic with stark regional disparities and concerning patterns emerging across different demographic groups.
Model denied NHS cancer treatment in postcode lottery
Former model Sian Thompson's perfect life unravels as NHS refuses revolutionary cancer drug available privately, exposing Britain's healthcare postcode lottery crisis.
US Obesity Rates Hit Record High Amid New Drug Hope
New CDC data reveals American obesity rates have hit unprecedented levels, while revolutionary GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound show promising results in combating the epidemic.
NHS stroke care revolution saves lives with faster treatment
Major NHS breakthrough sees stroke patients receiving life-saving treatment in record time, with new data showing dramatic improvements in recovery outcomes across England.
NHS approves weight loss drug Mounjaro
The groundbreaking diabetes treatment Mounjaro receives NHS approval for weight management, offering new hope for millions struggling with obesity in the UK.
NHS bosses warn of longer waiting times crisis
Exclusive: NHS leaders deliver sobering reality check to Rachel Reeves as new figures reveal growing treatment delays and funding shortfalls threatening patient care across Britain.
NHS forced to choose: Obesity crisis vs routine care
Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's growing obesity epidemic is pushing the NHS toward an impossible choice between routine care and weight-related treatments as waiting lists hit record highs.
Wegovy's hidden mental benefits revealed
Stanford psychologist reveals how weight-loss drugs like Wegovy create profound mental changes that could revolutionise obesity treatment beyond mere physical transformation.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
NHS waiting lists slashed by 206,000 patients
New figures reveal significant progress in reducing NHS waiting times with 206,000 fewer patients waiting for treatment, marking a major milestone in healthcare recovery.
NHS 10-minute robotic prostate surgery cuts waiting lists
Exclusive: British surgeons pioneer revolutionary robotic prostate procedures that take just 10 minutes, offering new hope for thousands stuck on NHS waiting lists. Discover how this medical breakthrough is transforming cancer care across the UK.
27-year-old dies after cancer treatment delays in NHS
Harry Moseley's heartbreaking story highlights growing fears over NHS treatment delays as young father dies after multiple postponed appointments during pandemic.
Brazilian Blowout Cancer Risk Exposed in UK Salons
Shocking new research reveals the UK's favourite smoothing hair treatment contains up to 5 times the legal formaldehyde limit, posing serious cancer risks to clients and stylists.
Weight Loss Injections Cut Heart Attack Risk
Groundbreaking research shows popular weight loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic dramatically reduce cardiovascular events, offering dual protection for patients.
Academics Urge Lower BMI for Wegovy Access
University College London researchers call for expanding Wegovy access after revealing compelling new evidence that could change NHS obesity treatment guidelines.
Weight loss jabs boost heart health, study finds
Groundbreaking research shows popular weight loss injections like Wegovy and Ozempic significantly reduce cardiovascular risks alongside promoting weight loss, offering new hope for millions.
Weight loss drug slashes heart risk beyond pounds shed
Groundbreaking research shows semaglutide-based medications significantly reduce cardiovascular events regardless of weight loss, transforming how doctors view obesity treatment.
Weight loss jabs slash heart risk in UK study
Groundbreaking research reveals popular weight loss injections Wegovy and Ozempic significantly reduce heart attack and stroke risks, offering dual benefits for millions struggling with obesity.
NHS patients sent to Dallas for HRT amid shortages
Exclusive: British women suffering through menopause are being sent thousands of miles to Texas for hormone replacement therapy as NHS shortages reach critical levels, raising serious questions about healthcare accessibility.
Obesity linked to 32 cancer types in shock study
Groundbreaking research from Lund University shows obesity significantly increases risk for numerous cancers including leukaemia, thyroid and breast cancer, with UK health experts calling for urgent action.
Obesity fuels 53% cancer surge in older adults
Groundbreaking research exposes how obesity has become the primary driver behind rising cancer rates in older adults, with stark warnings for UK healthcare systems.
Hypnosis Weight Loss: Surgery-Free NHS Treatment Success
Groundbreaking NHS trial reveals hypnotherapy helps patients shed significant weight without invasive procedures, offering new hope in obesity treatment.
Boots withdraws 'fat jab' weight loss injection service
High street pharmacy chain Boots has suspended its popular 'fat jab' weight loss injection service following overwhelming demand and supply shortages, leaving thousands of customers seeking alternatives.
NHS Bureaucracy Exposed: Managers Outnumber Frontline Staff
An NHS doctor's viral revelation exposes staggering bureaucracy as managers outnumber frontline staff, sparking outrage over wasted resources and patient care neglect.
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