In an effort to alleviate the strain on the NHS caused by unnecessary hospital appointments, the government is set to implement a scheme that involves paying GPs to seek advice from hospital specialists, enabling them to …
Researchers at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London have made significant strides in better understanding reasoning difficulties in individuals with brain damage. Their study mapped the brains of 247 …
The UK government has announced plans to fast-track patients with advanced skin cancer onto trials of a new cancer vaccine. This initiative forms part of the NHS’s efforts to improve patient care and treatment outcomes. In …
Pupils at Filton Avenue Primary School in Bristol have taken on the roles of doctors and patients to create a series of adorable yet informative health videos in collaboration with North Bristol NHS Trust. Year One and Year …
Newcastle United’s manager, Eddie Howe, will be sidelined for the team’s upcoming matches due to being hospitalized with pneumonia. Howe expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans and extended appreciation …
A groundbreaking £1.6 million gene-editing therapy is set to pave the way for a potential “functional cure” for some of the approximate 17,500 individuals in the UK suffering from sickle cell disease. This new treatment, …
The North Bristol NHS Trust, responsible for Southmead Hospital in Bristol, has announced its plan to slash 211 jobs in a bid to achieve savings of £40 million by 2025/26. This move comes as part of the NHS’s broader efforts …
Dr. Amir Khan, a prominent NHS doctor known for his appearances on ITV’s Lorraine and This Morning, has identified five crucial symptoms that should never be ignored. Khan has emphasized the importance of promptly addressing …
Persistent heartburn, bloating, and nausea without an apparent cause could be an indicator of a common heart issue known as Postural tachycardia syndrome (PoTS). Described by the NHS as a rapid increase in heart rate upon …
The UK Government’s Plan for Change is yielding promising results, as over 1,500 additional general practitioners have been recruited to the NHS via a new initiative since October last year. This surge in recruitment aims to …
Bradley Walsh recently revealed a personal struggle with a “killer” health condition while discussing his unrealized ambitions to be a director. During an appearance on The Tommy Tiernan Show, the 64-year-old star shared his …
It’s crucial to be aware of the “sneaky” health conditions that could elevate the risk of developing dementia, as emphasized by an NHS doctor. With a significant number of individuals living with dementia and the projected …
According to an NHS doctor, there are lifestyle and health factors that could potentially prevent dementia to some extent. These factors, when corrected and addressed, may have an impact on dementia risk. Dr. Karan Rajan …
Dealing with health issues in later life doesn’t have to be inevitable. According to Age UK, routine health checks can help identify problems in the early stages when they are more manageable. Getting nine crucial health …
A significant announcement has been made regarding a new treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma, a form of advanced blood cancer. The treatment, brentuximab vedotin, sold under the brand name Adcetris, has been recommended for …