Ending local scrutiny of NHS trusts is ill-advised, warn governors
Abolishing statutory governors on NHS trusts removes essential local scrutiny, warns a former health professional, as Healthwatch also faces abolition.
Category : Health
Louisiana girl, 8, dies after brain-eating amoeba infection
Lillian Smart, 8, of Ruston, Louisiana, died Saturday after contracting Naegleria fowleri, likely from swimming in Lake Claiborne. The infection is almost always fatal.
Implant Offers Hope for Refractory Angina Patients
A new study finds a coronary sinus reducer implant significantly reduces chest pain in 75% of refractory angina patients, offering hope and improved quality of life.
New daily weight loss pill Foundayo launches in UK pharmacies
Foundayo, a daily pill for diabetes and weight loss, launches in UK pharmacies on Monday via private prescription, with pharmacists warning about counterfeit GLP-1 drugs.
NHS pension error: retired nurse declared dead, unpaid
An NHS pensioner was declared dead by the NHS Business Services Authority, leaving her unpaid for months. She faced severe financial distress until the error was corrected and arrears paid.
Half of Guinea-Bissau mpox cases are children as epidemic spreads
Children account for over half of mpox cases in Guinea-Bissau, with 46 suspected cases since July, amid fears the virus is spreading undetected.
How the deadliest Ebola outbreak can be stopped after 100 days
After 100 days, the DRC's deadliest Ebola outbreak can be halted. Community-led action, protected health workers, and reliable funding are key, as Uganda's success shows.
New Mexico to fund gender-affirming care after federal cuts
New Mexico will continue funding gender-affirming care for minors using state funds after a federal rule ending Medicaid support takes effect on 13 October.
Routine procedures carry real risks, warns oncologist
Routine medical procedures are not risk-free. Patients should ask questions before consenting, as familiarity does not equal harmlessness, says oncologist Ranjana Srivastava.
Salmonella outbreak may have spread to chicken, experts suggest
A Salmonella outbreak affecting the UK and six other European countries may have spread to chicken, experts have said. The outbreak has caused one death in the UK and 207 confirmed British cases.
Doctor reveals 5 daily habits that may raise blood pressure
TV doctor Amir Khan lists five everyday habits that can raise blood pressure, from stress to sitting too long, and explains why they matter for heart health.
Brain injury survivor says flood left her 'turned upside down'
A Northumberland woman with a traumatic brain injury says temporary accommodation after flooding has crushed her independence and left her feeling anxious and forgotten.
M9 crash survivors face 'long recovery', friend reveals
Friends of the M9 crash survivors say the sisters and a child face a 'long recovery ahead' after the collision, with one suffering spinal injuries.
Yeast M2 flu vaccine could end annual jabs, study suggests
A yeast-based flu vaccine, similar to Marmite's ingredient, protected mice and could offer broader, longer-lasting immunity, potentially ending annual shots.
Dr Amir Khan: 5 habits that could raise your blood pressure
TV doctor Amir Khan highlights five everyday habits that could be raising your blood pressure, from stress and caffeine to poor sleep and sitting too long.
Dr Amir Khan: 5 daily habits that can raise blood pressure
Dr Amir Khan lists five surprising everyday things that can raise blood pressure, from stress and caffeine to sitting too long, and why they matter for heart health.
80s Pop Icon Hazel O'Connor Living 'Hand to Mouth' After Brain Bleed
Hazel O'Connor, 71, has been unable to work for three years after a brain bleed. Friends say she has no savings and rely on carers three times daily.
Vape warning: e-cigarette vapour linked to dry eye disease
An eye surgeon warns vaping may irritate eyes and destabilise the tear film, causing dryness, redness and blurred vision every time you blink.
Doxycycline 30-minute rule: NHS advice for antibiotic users
NHS guidance says doxycycline users should not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking it, to prevent digestive irritation or damage.
North Devon maternity closure a national warning, NCT chief says
The closure of North Devon District Hospital's maternity unit is not an isolated failure but the latest warning after years of pressure on the system, the NCT's chief executive warns.
Strictly's Vito Coppola feared he disrespected family in health battle
Strictly Come Dancing star Vito Coppola has revealed he felt he 'disrespected' his family while facing a serious health struggle during his early competitive dance career, including a brush with bulimia as a teenager.
Claire King's Health Condition She'll Never Recover From
Emmerdale star Claire King, 64, has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for 35 years, undergoing surgery to replace finger joints with metal plates. She says 'everything's falling to bits'.
Cavernan's 54-hour ordeal: 'I didn't care if I died'
George Linnane, trapped 900ft underground in a Welsh cave for 54 hours after a 50ft fall, feared he might die, but fought to survive and later trained as a cave rescuer.
What dogs learn from sniffing each other's urine
Dogs sniffing each other's urine may reveal self-awareness and empathy, a study suggests. Dogs spent more time sniffing others' samples than their own.
Mum spots baby's eye glow - it was rare cancer
A mother noticed a white glow in her baby's eye and a lack of focusing, leading to a rare eye cancer diagnosis. The tot has now finished chemotherapy.
Trump warned he's 'playing with fire' over weight gain
Donald Trump has been warned he is 'playing with fire' over his weight after piling on 23lbs since becoming president. Doctors say obesity is a strong risk factor for numerous health issues.
Baby born with four arms and four legs in rare parasitic twinning case
A newborn in India's Madhya Pradesh state was born with four arms and four legs due to a rare parasitic twinning condition, stunning doctors and prompting specialist referral.
Claire King's life: co-star split, facelift and arthritis
Emmerdale's Kim Tate star Claire King has faced heartbreak and health struggles off-screen, from her split from co-star Peter Amory to her facelift and rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis.
Boy with 'biggest grin' dies aged one after health battle
Ruben Jude Cross, one, died on August 14 after a lifelong battle with a rare neurological condition. His parents paid tribute to their 'little man'.
Teen's rare cancer found after asthma misdiagnosis
A 15-year-old, initially treated for asthma, was diagnosed with Intimal Sarcoma after a scan revealed an 8cm tumour on his heart. The family is crowdfunding for treatment abroad.
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