At least 10 people have died after the NHS failed to invite more than 5,000 people for routine cancer screenings, health officials have revealed. The error – which dates all the way back to 2008 – caused thousands to miss vital cancer checks as a result of incomplete GP registrations.Continue Reading
While genetics significantly influence the condition of mature skin, a good skin care routine and a balanced diet are also key. Speaking on her TikTok channel, skincare enthusiast Yuri Lee revealed that these tips helped her grandma maintain glowing skin at 82. She told viewers that natto, a staple JapaneseContinue Reading
A new study from McGill University has revealed that a blood test originally developed for Alzheimer’s disease could predict dementia in people with a specific sleep disorder. The test can identify which patients are likely to develop dementia four years before symptoms appear. The sleep disorder in question is idiopathicContinue Reading
Individuals looking to lower their blood sugar levels often consider altering aspects of their diet. While this is important, what you do outside of eating is equally crucial in stabilising blood glucose. Nutritionist Kait Malthaner shared on YouTube that taking a morning walk helps to bring “your blood sugar levelsContinue Reading
Painkillers have become the ultimate go-to for minor niggles and pains, but overlooking their risks can have life-altering consequences. A neurologist recently issued a warning on social media to help others avoid major dangers associated with the drug. Dr Bing, MD, MPH told viewers: “[There] are […] things I don’tContinue Reading
Parents and carers have been warned about giving their children slushies as new research points to major health risks. A study on slush ice drinks found that those containing glycerol could induce glycerol intoxication. In ‘Glycerol intoxication syndrome in young children, following the consumption of slush ice drinks’, published inContinue Reading
Boots has relaunched its free 15-minute Health MOTs for adults over-40 in England. The service includes blood pressure checks, which can detect high blood pressure – an often symptomless condition. This initiative aims to identify health risks early, particularly for those who may be unaware of potential issues. Boots warnedContinue Reading
A former patient of Tavistock’s NHS gender identity clinic has said banning puberty blockers while allowing cross-sex hormone treatment is “irrational” and “unlawful”. Keira Bell, who was put on puberty blockers aged 16, has applied for a judicial review of the government’s failure to ban the treatment amid fears itContinue Reading
Type 2 diabetes now affects almost six million people across the UK, according to Diabetes UK, with rates among children and young adults surging by 40 per cent since 2016. This alarming increase puts many at risk of serious complications including kidney disease, sight loss and leg ulcers. But expertsContinue Reading
Labour has ordered NHS England to cut up to 7,000 office-based jobs as part of a radical restructuring of the health service. Health Secretary Wes Streeting’s plan will slash approximately half of all central staff positions. The move represents the biggest reshaping of NHS architecture in more than a decade,Continue Reading
