Nurses in England have voiced dissatisfaction with the government’s decision to award a 5.5% pay increase, with two-thirds of Royal College of Nursing (RCN) members voting against the rise. The RCN argued that the pay of experienced nurses has fallen by 25%
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – The military is to take cancer survivors for the first time in a bid to reduce its recruitment crisis. During an address at the Labour Party conference, John Healey, the Defence Secretary, stated that he would pitch
The UK’s Covid inquiry has heard that there is only “weak evidence” that high-grade face masks, such as FFP3 respirators, provided significantly better protection for healthcare workers compared to standard surgical masks during the pandemic. Prof Susan Hopkins, chief medical adviser at
A large study led by the University of Oxford has identified triptans as the most effective drugs for treating acute migraines in adults. The study, involving over 89,000 participants, compared 17 oral medications and was published in The British Medical Journal. Among
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – General practitioners (GPs) have been employing ChatGPT to treat patients, a Harvard study has cautioned. Researchers at the American university discovered one in five family doctors in the United Kingdom had used artificial intelligence means while treating
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – PM Sir Keir Starmer pledged to construct an NHS that is “fit for the future” after a landmark report cautioned the health service is in “critical condition”. The report by independent peer Lord Ara Darzi, conducted in
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – The NHS fails the old in their hour of need, a landmark report has discovered. The study by Lord Darzi, a surgeon and an ex-health minister, will lay bare the lack of care provided to the most
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Children across the UK are suffering severe damage to their health – including chronic discomfort, asthma flare-ups, weight loss and developmental problems – because of long pauses in NHS care. Some under-18s are discovering it so hard
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Pregnant ladies and older individuals across England will be routinely vaccinated against the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for the first time, the NHS has stated. From 1 September the NHS will vaccinate pregnant women from 28 weeks
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK MPs are being insisted to stop getting freebies to sports and cultural events from tobacco, alcohol and junk food companies because their products generate so much illness and death. Should UK MPs Refuse Gifts from Industries
The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change has highlighted the necessity for the NHS to adopt flexible digital health records and support the formation of large practice groups in response to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Their recommendations urge
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parents need to ensure their kids are fully vaccinated against measles before the latest school term begins in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the UK’s health agency has stated. What Are the Latest Statistics on Measles Cases
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 500 children in England are being referred to NHS mental health services for anxiety, more than double the rate before the pandemic. In 2023-24 there were 204,526 new referrals of patients aged 17 or under
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Many people reaching the UK to work in the NHS are robbed of welfare benefits after five years due to rules that deprived them of welfare benefits for five years. How Is the ‘No Recourse to Public
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Councils across the UK have demanded the government develop a national men’s health strategy after uncovering stark disparities in life expectancy between men living in wealthy and disadvantaged areas. Why UK Councils Are Calling for Immediate Government
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain’s health regulator has rejected a medication that can delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, stating its benefits are too small to explain the costs of the therapy and consolidated monitoring of patients for indications of “serious
The General Medical Council’s (GMC) recent issuance of new guidance on climate activism within the healthcare sector marks a significant development in the intersection of medical practice and environmental advocacy. This comprehensive guidance is designed to address the growing involvement of healthcare
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A coroner has administered a warning after a 93-year-old woman with dementia passed after eating toxic laundry tablets she may have misunderstood for sweets because of their bright packaging. How did Elizabeth Van Der-Drift mistake laundry tablets
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s commitment to “end the 8 am scramble” for medical appointments will be unattainable without raising core allocation for GPs, according to a leading medical association. What are the funding challenges facing Labour’s GP appointment reforms? The
A systematic review commissioned by the UK Civil Aviation Authority reveals that the risk of allergic reactions to peanuts during commercial flights may be lower than previously assumed. This challenges the common practice of banning nut products on planes, which was mainly
The General Medical Council (GMC) has issued new guidance in response to the growing number of doctors who have been or may be, convicted for actions related to the climate and ecological crisis. A key motivation for this guidance is the strong
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK healthcare property investor and developer Assura has locked a £500m deal to purchase Canada’s Northwest Healthcare Properties’ portfolio of 14 private hospitals in the UK. How Will Assura’s Acquisition Impact the NHS Crisis? The agreement
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Pharmacies across England are incapable of providing vital NHS and public health services owing to the overwhelming economic and operational pressures they are encountering, according to research. How Have Recent Cuts Affected NHS Services Provided by Pharmacies?
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK’s trade union and manufacturing executives have cautioned that major international manufacturers are carrying back investments in the UK until Labour indicates it is committed to promoting the industry. The heads of the Trades Union Congress (TUC)
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:
In a landmark decision, the High Court has upheld the UK government’s ban on the use of puberty blockers for minors, marking a significant development in the ongoing debate over gender identity treatments for young people. The ruling, delivered on July 29,
The UK’s medicines regulator has approved Wegovy, a weight-loss treatment containing the drug semaglutide, for reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes in overweight and obese individuals. Semaglutide, already used by the NHS to aid weight loss in individuals with a
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain had a trade deficit in MedTech products of £5.4 billion in 2023, government statistics have shown. How significant was Britain’s MedTech trade deficit in 2023? ‘Life Sciences Competitive Indicators 2024’, issued by the Department of Health
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Government plans to bolster cybersecurity defences against Russian and Chinese hackers following NHS cyberattacks. New rules aim to safeguard public services and tighten regulations for third-party contractors to prevent future breaches. How is the government responding to
London (Parliament News) – Endometriosis should be ministered as a chronic disease by the NHS and taken as especially as illnesses such as diabetes and bowel disorder, experts have stated. Is Endometriosis Care Comparable to Diabetes and Bowel Disorders? A study analyzing
London (Parliament News) – A large number of eye doctors consider that increased outsourcing of cataract operations to private hospitals in England in recent years has negatively impacted their NHS departments, research has uncovered. What Impact Does Outsourcing Cataracts Have on NHS?
The UK’s pandemic planning failures and weaknesses are expected to be revealed in the first report from the Covid inquiry, chaired by Baroness Hallett. This highly anticipated report will be released at lunchtime and will address the state of the healthcare system,
London (Parliament News) – A Manchester University graduate has been imprisoned for importing and selling illicit medicines on eBay and Amazon. Antoine Christopher Kolias was convicted to three and a half years in prison. Kolias, 31, had a business administration degree from
Amid discussions of a “summer Covid wave,” many people seem to know someone who has recently tested positive or taken sick leave. But are Covid cases increasing, and should we be concerned about new variants? Here’s a summary of what we know
London (Parliament News) – It has come to light that Labour is poised to axe the head of NHS England if it succeeds in the election and substitute him with a party loyalist to assist in implementing its plans to revive the
London (Parliament News) – The BMA permits junior doctors to work at six London hospitals during a strike to prevent harmful delays in cancer care due to a recent cyber-attack. Junior doctors have been permitted to work at some hospitals during a
A recent study has highlighted serious deficiencies in the way menstrual health education is provided in English schools. The findings suggest that many students are receiving inadequate information, learning about menstruation too late, and facing stigma surrounding the topic. The research, published
A yellow heat-health alert has been issued as temperatures are predicted to reach 32°C (86°F) on Tuesday. This warning affects all areas of England, except the North East and North West, and will remain in effect until Wednesday. As temperatures rise, it
London (Parliament News) – A Russian ransomware group attacked Synnovis, disrupting London hospitals and causing 1,600 cancellations. NHS England is investigating leaked data, highlighting healthcare sector vulnerabilities and the urgent need for improved cybersecurity. Data from a ransomware invasion has allegedly been
A new study has revealed that heavily processed plant-based foods may pose greater risks to heart health compared to their less-processed counterparts. The research, conducted by the University of São Paulo in collaboration with Imperial College London, analyzed data from over 118,000
London (Parliament News) – Reform UK proposes a 20% tax relief on private healthcare costs to alleviate strain on the NHS, advocating for expanded independent sector use amid concerns over healthcare effectiveness and political strategy. People should be offered a tax incentive
