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Charities warn Streeting of 'devastating' osteoporosis crisis

Health Secretary Wes Streeting confronts a mounting crisis as leading health charities sound the alarm over a 'devastating' surge in osteoporosis-related deaths and debilitating fractures, urging immediate government intervention.

Food Industry Lobbying Derails Labour Health Plans, Experts Warn

Exclusive: Senior health professionals warn that intensive food industry lobbying is pressuring the Labour government to abandon crucial public health policies, including junk food advertising restrictions and sugar taxes, putting corporate profits before

NHS to roll out 'game-changer' Mounjaro drug

The NHS in England is set to provide the weight-loss drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide) to thousands, following a landmark deal that could save millions and free up GP capacity.

Cartoon Exposes Streeting's Free Speech Hypocrisy

A powerful new cartoon by Ben Jennings skewers Health Secretary Wes Streeting's stance on free speech, depicting a stark contradiction between his words and the government's actions on NHS protests and silencing critics.

NHS Junior Doctors Reject Government Pay Offer

The British Medical Association has overwhelmingly rejected the latest pay offer from Health Secretary Wes Streeting, escalating the ongoing dispute with NHS junior doctors in England and threatening further strike action.

Mother: NHS turned away my suicidal daughter

Exclusive: A heartbroken mother reveals how her suicidal 21-year-old daughter was denied urgent mental health support by the NHS, sparking outrage and calls for systemic reform.

Budget Leak: Treasury Fury Over NHS Funding Revelation

Exclusive: Treasury officials are furious after Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting appeared to reveal key Budget details on a junior doctors' pay deal and a major NHS funding injection days before the official announcement.

Florida Ends COVID Vaccine Mandates in Landmark Health Move

Florida's Surgeon General Dr Joseph Ladapo announces historic termination of all COVID-19 vaccine mandates, citing insufficient evidence and protecting individual medical freedom under Governor Ron DeSantis's administration.

UK May Ban High-Caffeine Energy Drinks for Under-16s

The UK government is considering a ban on high-caffeine energy drinks for children under 16, following alarming health concerns and pressure from medical experts. Learn about the potential legislation and its implications.

Streeting: Police Focus on 'Tweets Not Streets'

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting has launched a scathing critique of the Metropolitan Police, accusing them of prioritising social media disputes over tackling real crime on London's streets, following the controversial arrest of comedian Graham Line

Health Secretary's Coca-Cola Meeting Sparks Row

New Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces scrutiny after meeting with Coca-Cola executives, raising questions about corporate influence on public health policy just days into the new Labour government.

Wes Streeting: 'The NHS is broken' and needs major surgery

In a bombshell interview, Labour's Wes Streeting declares the NHS 'broken' and vows to confront tough truths, including the need for private sector help and a crackdown on 'sick note culture', to save the cherished institution.

Armed Police Arrest Sitcom Writer Graham Linehan at Heathrow

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting ignites a fierce national debate on policing priorities after 'Father Ted' co-creator Graham Linehan was arrested by armed officers at Heathrow Airport. The incident, stemming from alleged 'transphobic' comments, rais

UK bans energy drink sales to under-16s

Ministers announce sweeping ban on high-caffeine energy drink sales to under-16s as part of new childhood obesity strategy. Retailers face hefty fines for violations.

UK proposes ban on energy drinks for under-16s

The UK government is considering a nationwide ban on the sale of energy drinks to children under 16, citing serious health risks including heart problems, obesity, and behavioural issues linked to high caffeine and sugar content.

NHS Flu Vaccine Shortage Puts Women & Children at Risk

Exclusive: The NHS faces a critical shortage of the enhanced flu vaccine, prioritising vulnerable groups and leaving millions of women and children with limited protection this winter. Health officials issue stark warning.

RFK Jr's CDC Claims Spark Medical Backlash Over Misinformation

Robert F Kennedy Jr faces fierce backlash from doctors and scientists after making unsubstantiated claims about CDC leadership and public health policies during a campaign speech, raising concerns about medical misinformation in politics.

CDC Staff Stage Protest Over Political Interference

In a dramatic show of dissent, CDC scientists and staff in Atlanta staged a walkout, protesting against alleged political interference that is compromising public health guidance and scientific integrity.

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