Three Lifestyle Changes That Can Significantly Protect Brain Health and Reduce Dementia Risk Sunday, July 13, 2025 dementia brainhealth alcohol diet hearingloss cognition prevention alzheimer’s nhs lifestyle Dementia is often mistakenly viewed as an inevitable part of aging, but emerging research reveals that many of its underlying causes are modifiable through lifestyle changes. In the UK alone, over 944,000 people live with … Read More
Wes Streeting Responds to Resident Doctors' Strike Threat Impacting 200,000 NHS Appointments Thursday, July 10, 2025 strike doctors nhs pay bma appointments healthsecretary wesstreeting healthcare negotiations The British Medical Association (BMA) has confirmed a full strike by more than 26,000 resident doctors – the term now used for ‘junior’ doctors – scheduled from 7am on July 25 to 7am on July 30. This walkout could … Read More
'Sponge on a string' cancer test to be available on High Street Wednesday, July 9, 2025 barretts oesophagus heartburn cancer screening diagnosis nhs pharmacy earlydetection treatment For the first time, hundreds of people suffering from persistent heartburn or acid reflux will be able to access a novel “sponge on a string” test at their local high-street pharmacies. NHS England is launching a pilot … Read More
Mum Fears Losing Family Home After Partner’s Sudden Death at 44 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 mortgage stroke bereavement family fundraising death nhs home strokeunit finance Amanda Conlon, a 40-year-old single mother of six, is grappling with the sudden loss of her partner, Clint Robinson, 44, who died from a stroke while gardening in July 2024. Now, she faces the daunting challenge of securing … Read More
When Snoring Becomes a Concern: When to See a GP Sunday, July 6, 2025 snoring sleep health gp sleepapnoea airway treatment nhs symptoms diagnosis Snoring is a common experience that many people face, but it can be more than just a nightly nuisance. It not only disrupts your own sleep but can also disturb your partner, leading to overall restless nights. Fortunately, … Read More
Hospital Strike Reaches 100 Days as Phlebotomists Demand Fair Pay Thursday, July 3, 2025 strike phlebotomists nhs pay dispute gloucestershire hospitals unison labor healthcare Phlebotomists at Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General hospitals have reached the milestone of 100 days on strike, protesting against what they describe as unfair pay that undervalues their skilled and vital work. … Read More