Health Secretary Slams 'Irresponsible' BMA Over Pre-Christmas Junior Doctor Strikes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns BMA
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Health Secretary Slams 'Juvenile Delinquency' as Doctors Announce Christmas Strikes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses the BMA of
Chelmsford Woman's Life Saved by Stranger's Mole Warning on London South Bank
Emma Wigmore from Chelmsford survived melanoma after an off-duty dermatologist spotted a concerning mole on her back during a London outing. She
Statins Side-Effects Debunked: Oxford Review Calls for Urgent Label Rewrites
A landmark Oxford University review of 123,940 patients finds statins do not cause most feared side-effects like memory loss or depression, urging immediate updates to drug information leaflets to prevent unnecessary treatment avoidance.
State Pension Age Rise Threatens £7,000 Loss for 26,000 UK Carers
Changes to the state pension age starting in May will leave thousands of unpaid carers facing a £7,011 shortfall, with women disproportionately affected by the policy shift.
South West Water Pleads Guilty Over Devon Parasite Outbreak
South West Water has pleaded guilty to supplying water unfit for human consumption after a cryptosporidiosis outbreak sickened over 100 people in Brixham, Devon, with lasting health impacts.
Seven Hours 18 Minutes Sleep 'Sweet Spot' Prevents Diabetes and Hypertension
Chinese research identifies 7 hours 18 minutes as optimal sleep duration to reduce insulin resistance and blood pressure risks, with weekend catch-up sleep warnings.
Sleep Apps May Increase Anxiety for Insomnia Sufferers, Study Warns
Research reveals sleep tracking apps can worsen stress for people with insomnia, with younger users more affected. Experts advise turning off notifications if anxious.
Six British Tourists Die in Cape Verde Gastric Illness Outbreak: Full Investigation
Six British nationals have died after contracting severe gastric illnesses while holidaying in Cape Verde, with legal action launched and health warnings issued.
Sitting Over 8 Hours Daily Raises Dementia Risk by 27%, Study Reveals
New research from York University finds prolonged sitting increases dementia likelihood by 27%, while regular exercise and proper sleep significantly reduce risk.
Rylan Clark's Mum Linda Hospitalised with Fractured Shoulder After Icy Fall
Linda Clark, mother of BBC Radio 2 host Rylan, has fractured her shoulder after slipping on ice outside her Essex home. Fans rush to send support as she recovers.
Rotavirus Surge in California Poses Deadly Threat to Young Children
A dangerous rotavirus outbreak is spreading across California and the U.S., with infants and young children most at risk. Federal vaccine recommendation changes could worsen the situation.
Planned Parenthood Abandons Legal Fight Against Trump's Medicaid Funding Cuts
Planned Parenthood has voluntarily dismissed its lawsuit challenging Trump administration Medicaid funding cuts to abortion providers, following unfavourable court rulings.
DWP Confirms PIP Award Length Changes from April 2026: What You Need to Know
The DWP has announced that PIP award lengths will be extended from April 2026 to reduce backlogs, with new claimants aged 25+ getting minimum three-year awards.
Persistent Cough? NHS Urges 600,000 Brits to See GP for COPD Check
NHS doctors urge anyone with a persistent chesty cough producing phlegm to see their GP as soon as possible. It could be a sign of COPD, a serious lung condition affecting 600,000 undiagnosed Brits.
Perfume Application Warning: Neck Sprays Risk Skin Damage, Not Hormones
Health experts reveal spraying perfume on the neck can cause serious skin discolouration from UV reactions, not hormonal issues as viral claims suggested. Dermatologists recommend safer application methods.
Private Equity's Role in Obesity Crisis: Unpacking the Financial and Health Costs
Analysis reveals how private equity investments in weight-loss clinics and treatments intersect with the UK
Study: Pandemic Lockdowns May Have Permanently Harmed Children's Brain Development
New research from UK universities reveals Covid lockdowns significantly slowed development of executive functions in young children, with reception-age pupils most affected.
Oxford Study: Most Statin Side Effects Not Caused by the Drugs
A landmark review in The Lancet finds no significant increased risk of memory loss, depression, or fatigue from statins, urging updated patient information to boost uptake.
Overseas Nurse Recruitment Must Benefit All, Not Just Wealthy NHS Trusts
A new report warns that recruiting nurses from abroad must be equitable across the NHS, not just favouring wealthy trusts, to address staffing shortages fairly.
Over-65s Tap Savings for Private Healthcare as NHS Waits Grow
New data reveals 15% of over-65s accessed private healthcare in the past year, with 71% funding it from savings or disposable income, highlighting a shift in later-life care planning.
Study Reveals Optimal Sleep Duration to Prevent Insulin Resistance
New research identifies sleeping seven hours and 18 minutes nightly as ideal for blood sugar control, with weekend catch-up sleep beneficial only in moderation for those with weekday sleep debt.
Optimal Sleep Duration of 7 Hours 18 Minutes Reduces Diabetes Risk, Study Finds
New research reveals sleeping exactly seven hours and 18 minutes nightly lowers insulin resistance, a key factor in type 2 diabetes development, with weekend catch-up sleep offering benefits.
New Zealand Bans New Puberty Blocker Prescriptions for Transgender Youth
New Zealand halts new puberty blocker prescriptions for transgender youth, citing insufficient evidence. Critics warn of devastating mental health impacts. Read the full story.
Hospice Nurse's Urgent Plea: Have 'The Conversation' About Death Sooner
Former ICU nurse Julie McFadden urges families to discuss end-of-life care now. Her five-step guide can ease fears and clarify final wishes. Don
Hospice Nurse Recounts Patient's Bizarre Final Walk Before Death
A former hospice nurse turned doctor shares a viral story of a terminally ill patient who suddenly walked and spoke lucidly just hours before passing away, describing the phenomenon known as a
Hospice Nurse Struck Off for Betting on Patient Death and Discriminatory Remarks
Naomi Butcher, a 60-year-old nurse from West Sussex, has been removed from the nursing register after making insensitive bets about a patient
Mental Health Nurse Sacked for Hospital Sex Acts and Multiple Misconduct Breaches
Kate Sullivan, a mental health nurse at Glanrhyd Hospital, has been struck off for gross misconduct including sexual activity on duty, undeclared relationships, and patient boundary violations.
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