London (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Thousands of patients are being overlooked from official health statistics because they are not visited by hospitals or GPs, according to a groundbreaking analysis of ambulance data in England. What Does the New Study Reveal About
The pilot scheme aimed at expanding access to the weight loss drug semaglutide, sold under the brand name Wegovy, is at risk of being discontinued as the new government reassesses its approach to obesity treatment across England. Initially introduced in June 2023
The groundbreaking health research initiative, “Our Future Health”, is set to launch new clinics across the UK, with appointments available at 14 new locations starting August 2024. This expansion will increase the total number of clinics to 200, aiming to make health
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The undercover expense of rising workplace sickness in the UK has grown to more than £100bn a year, largely pushed by a loss of productivity amid “staggering” levels of presenteeism, a report cautions. How Has Workplace Sickness
The 2024 General Election has delivered a decisive victory for the Labour Party, with Keir Starmer leading the way to a new era of governance. This win marks a significant moment for the UK, particularly for the life sciences sector, which has
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Junior doctors have proposed a 20% wage increase to end strikes. The offer will be voted on by the British Medical Association, with negotiations ongoing. What Is Downing Street’s Stance on the Pay Negotiations? Downing Street is
Are Covid Infections Spiking? There is some indication of a small rise in Covid cases, though it’s difficult to determine the full extent. Recent hospital admission data shows an increase, with 3.31 admissions per 100,000 people in the week to 16 June,
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – An urgent request for Londoners to donate blood has been undertaken amid a “perfect storm” concerning blood stocks. Why is there an urgent need for O-negative blood? NHS Blood and Transplant expressed O Negative blood types were
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A fifth of the nursing and midwifery specialists who vacated the register in the last year accomplished so within 10 years of joining, figures reveal. Nursing leaders defined the statistic as “deeply alarming” and urged ministers to
The leading charity for kidney research in the UK is sounding an urgent alarm about the persistent social and economic inequalities that heighten the risk of kidney disease and hinder access to vital care and treatment. Their latest report, Time to Act:
