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New cancer drug Olaparib now being rolled out on NHS
The drug is especially crucial for people with a BRCA gene mutation, a mutation branded as the "Jolie gene".
NHS strikes to continue after workers reject the governments pay rise
After months of protests, an agreement has been made between the government and unions regarding the increase of NHS staff wages. Several NHS workers are rejecting the offer and will continue to strike until their demands are met.
Five leading hospitals in Britain to be rebuilt through the New Hospital Programme worth £20 billion
The hospitals with infrastructures containing deteriorated concrete are set to be refurbished and upgraded by the end of the decade.
Keir Starmer outlines Labour's vision to 'create an NHS fit for the future'
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has explained that Labour's NHS mission is a health mission for Britain.
Wes Streeting criticizes NHS, 'if the NHS doesn't reform, it will die'
There is a need for sustainable funding and the impact of high immigration rates on the healthcare system.
Over 35,000 cases of sexual misconduct or violence reported in the NHS
The alarming statistics have triggered a wider discussion among healthcare professionals and policymakers.
WHO releases new guidelines advising against use of non-sugar sweeteners
Some studies have shown that non-sugar sweeteners may actually lead to weight gain.
New AI cancer detection tool to expedite pancreatic cancer testing
At present, there are no population-based tools to broadly screen for pancreatic cancer but those with a family history are at high risk for it.
NHS: Thousands volunteer to make friendly calls to lonely, vulnerable patients
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK has revived its Check-in and Chart service for vulnerable, isolated, or lonely patients.
World's most expensive drug saves toddler with fatal genetic disorder—All you need to know
Teddi Shaw, a baby with extremely rare and fatal genetic disorder, becomes the first person in the UK to receive Libmeldy, a £2.8 million drug.
Schizophrenic woman's mummified body found almost 4 years after her death
The family of the woman whose body was found in a "mummified, almost skeletal state" after almost four years has slammed the NHS for failing to save her.
Girl who lost limbs due to NHS mistake wins £39 million settlement
A British girl who had all four of her limbs amputated after she was wrongly discharged from hospital has won a settlement of £39 million.
Ex-health secretary Sajid Javid says people should pay for GP and A&E visits
Former UK health secretary Sajid Javid has come under fire for suggesting that people should be charged to see their general practitioner (GP).
UK hospital mortuaries reach total capacity, dead bodies stored in refrigeration units
Mortality rates showed that Christmas week was the deadliest in England and Wales in almost two years.
Staff at UK mental health hospital filmed 'mocking and slapping' patients
The police have launched an investigation after the staff at one of the UK's biggest NHS mental health hospitals were caught mistreating their patients.
New Moderna bivalent vaccine will be rolled out on September 5, NHS says
Moderna's innovative bivalent vaccine will target both the original strain and the now dominant Omicron variant.
NHS launches new system for diabetics
At present, the NHS spends around £10 billion on diabetes care each year.
British royals questioned over preference for private hospitals as Queen Elizabeth II sends love to NHS
The British monarch penned a heartfelt note thanking NHS workers for their "courage, compassion, and dedication."
Prince Harry's Invictus Games veterans to help NHS workers fight 'new kind of battle'
The first podcast under the new collaboration will be released on Thursday.
Bullying at the NHS: MPs receive complaints of bullying, poor training at NHS maternity
NHS midwives face the spectre of having to pay for their training out of their own pockets due to a lack of funding.
Kate Middleton thanks people for Hold Still submissions in special video message
The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton marked the end of the Hold Still photography exhibition as she spoke to a NHS nurse.
Queen Elizabeth II has no plans to step down; will serve nation 'all of her life'
The British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II is looking forward for things to normalise after the coronavirus pandemic.
Prince William, Kate Middleton honour NHS staff with Pride of Britain Awards
Prince William and Kate Middleton met with six frontline workers and presented them with the award on behalf of all the NHS staff.
Start-up medical drone delivery service receives backing from UK Space Agency
Similar to the ones that were introduced before it, the service will transport protective equipment, test kits, and samples to and from hospitals.
Anti-competition watchdog probes withdrawal of bipolar drug from UK market
A withdrawal of Priadel by Essential Pharma from the market would mean compelling patients to purchase another drug, which is more expensive.
COVID-19 vaccine: Experts urge public not to expect dramatic changes
Even with the help of the United States' Operation Warp Speed initiative, it would likely take several months for doses to become accessible globally.
NHS treated haemophilia patients with contaminated blood, says new documentary
Blood treatments given by the NHS infected approximately 4,000 with Hepatitis C and at least 1,300 people with HIV, according to the documentary.
NHS COVID-19 app encounters another major issue, draws criticism once again
Following the controversial failure of the "Operation Moonshot" mass testing this is another setback that might lead to a public outcry.
COVID-19: Long-term health issues after recovery continue to puzzle researchers
Post-hospitalisation COVID-19 study (PHOSP-COVID) is a UK-wide collaboration between leading researchers.
NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app to require businesses to put up QR code for users to scan
Establishments that normally see folks gather for more than 15 minutes will be asked to put up QR code posters designated by the government.