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NHS 'holy grail' blood test detects 50 cancer types

The NHS is rolling out a groundbreaking blood test that can identify over 50 types of cancer, potentially saving thousands of lives through early detection in England's largest healthcare innovation.

Angelina Jolie gene men need prostate checks

Groundbreaking research reveals men carrying the BRCA 'Angelina Jolie gene' face dramatically higher prostate cancer risks and require annual screenings for early detection.

Dense Breast Tissue: Hidden Cancer Risk Revealed

New research reveals women with dense breast tissue face significantly higher cancer risks and poorer detection rates. Learn about this crucial health factor and what it means for your screening.

NHS mandates 60-minute sepsis screening in hospitals

The NHS has issued an urgent directive requiring all hospitals to screen for life-threatening sepsis within one hour of admission. This critical move follows rising infection rates and aims to prevent thousands of preventable deaths annually.

NHS screens thousands for hidden genetic disorder

The NHS is rolling out a groundbreaking genetic testing programme to identify thousands of Britons with undiagnosed hereditary haemochromatosis - a dangerous iron overload condition that can cause organ damage if untreated.

Gov U-turn on prostate screening after outcry

Rishi Sunak's administration reverses position on prostate cancer screening after campaigners highlight potential to save thousands of lives annually through early detection.

NHS prostate cancer testing revolution begins

Major NHS policy shift could introduce targeted prostate cancer screening for high-risk groups, potentially saving thousands of men annually through earlier detection.

8 Early Breast Cancer Signs Beyond Lumps

Leading oncologists reveal the crucial early warning signs of breast cancer that go beyond lumps. Learn how to spot subtle changes and when to seek medical attention.

Met Police Taser Amnesty: 150 Weapons Returned

Scotland Yard launches unprecedented Taser amnesty allowing officers to hand back electroshock weapons amid concerns about disproportionate use against ethnic minorities and mental health crises.

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