NHS Urges Digoxin Patients to Contact Doctor if Experiencing These Two Common Symptoms Saturday, December 20, 2025 digoxin nhs heart sideeffects medication atrialfibrillation palpitations dizziness heartfailure patientcare The NHS is urging patients taking digoxin to promptly consult their doctor if they experience two or more common side effects linked to the medication. Digoxin, a cardiac glycoside, is frequently prescribed to treat various … Read More
Scientists Develop Rapid Blood Test to Accelerate Heart Attack Diagnosis Friday, November 14, 2025 heart attack emergency cardiology troponin bloodtest diagnosis patientcare nhs healthcare New research, supported by the British Heart Foundation, has led to the development of a rapid blood test that can identify whether someone is experiencing a heart attack in just 20 minutes. Traditionally, when patients … Read More
NHS Urges Patients to Visit Pharmacies First for Seven Common Health Conditions Monday, November 3, 2025 nhs pharmacy healthcare gp prescription contraceptive treatment advice pharmacyfirst patientcare When you’re unwell, your instinct might be to book a GP appointment immediately, but that isn’t always necessary. The NHS is encouraging people to turn to their local pharmacies as a quick and convenient alternative for … Read More
Dad Wins Appeal Against Clean Air Zone Fine for Driving Sick Daughter to Hospital Saturday, October 25, 2025 cleanairzone fineappeal gloucester bristol heartclinic medicaltravel airquality trafficlaw patientcare family A Gloucester father has successfully challenged a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) fine incurred while driving his seriously ill daughter to specialist heart clinics in Bristol. The little girl requires regular treatment at the Bristol … Read More
Gloucester Hospital Tower's Urgent Revamp May Take Four Years, Raising Healthcare Pressure Concerns Saturday, October 18, 2025 gloucester hospital renovation firesafety healthcare infrastructure safety construction patientcare uk Gloucestershire Royal Hospital faces a significant challenge as plans to revamp its 50-year-old hospital tower could stretch over the next four years. Hospital chiefs have identified that the existing fire safety system in … Read More
Gloucestershire Hospital Remains Without Hot Water After Three Days Friday, August 8, 2025 gloucestershire hospital hotwater shutdown healthcare facility repair service patientcare staff A hospital in Gloucestershire has been without hot water for the past three days, causing significant inconvenience for both patients and staff. The issue, which began earlier this week, has disrupted daily routines and … Read More