Health
NHS managers warn of chaos in ADHD and autism care
Leaders state that costs are escalating uncontrollably as unregulated private providers exploit demand.
28 Aug, 01:23 · Health
Hypermobility: The 'bendy disease' causing pain and fatigue
This lesser-known condition might affect hundreds of thousands in the UK, yet many face diagnostic delays.
27 Aug, 23:13
Update on the salmonella outbreak
An outbreak of salmonella infections, linked to imported eggs, has sickened hundreds of individuals.
27 Aug, 11:02
UK salmonella cases approach 500 as egg investigations continue
UK authorities are investigating multiple clusters, with nearly 500 people now ill from salmonella connected to imported eggs.
27 Aug, 11:00
Festival make-up guide for Reading or Leeds, avoiding toxins
Neon trends are popular, but some make-up products pose health risks; this guide explains what to check and how to create dazzling looks safely.
27 Aug, 07:09
Family involvement in patient care reduces mental health hospitalizations
A new study indicates that an approach prioritizing patient needs, consistent clinicians, and involving close family members cuts mental health admissions.
26 Aug, 23:07
First patient undergoes brain tumour removal with live AI-guided surgery
Rhys Hibbert had a tumour successfully removed using the world's first AI-assisted brain operation, potentially saving his sight.
26 Aug, 23:07
NHS failing adult survivors of child sexual abuse, psychiatrists warn
A damning report by experts highlights decades of poor care and mismanagement for those seeking help later in life.
26 Aug, 04:07
Vaping offers best chance for smoking cessation, major review concludes
The latest evidence suggests e-cigarettes are more effective than alternative methods like patches, gum, or pills for quitting.
25 Aug, 23:40
HPV home-testing kits now available for missed cervical screenings in England
Almost four million women in England can now request self-sampling kits to check for high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV).
24 Aug, 23:27
Accessing an NHS dentist: Local practice closures revealed
Almost 600 dental surgeries in England have stopped providing NHS services over the past decade, suggesting a divided system.
23 Aug, 23:10
Trial vaccine prevents cancer recurrence in patients
A new injection successfully prolonged the period patients remained free of cancer, though the exact duration is yet to be determined.
20 Aug, 08:10
Teenage carer shares challenges of her daily life
Growing up with significant responsibilities, young caregivers often face considerable drawbacks, as one teenager explains.
20 Aug, 00:49
New weekly jab offers alternative to daily type 2 diabetes injections
Hundreds of thousands of individuals managing type 2 diabetes may soon use a new once-a-week insulin shot instead of daily doses.
20 Aug, 00:39