Parkinson’s Sufferers ‘Struggling with Unnecessary Poverty’, Says Charity

Parkinson’s Sufferers ‘Struggling with Unnecessary Poverty’, Says Charity

Parkinson’s UK highlights failures in benefits system, leaving sufferers without adequate support.Category: Health People living with Parkinson’s are facing financial hardships due to a benefits... Details
Hospitals Urged to Prioritise Infection Control Amid Rising Risks to Patients and Staff

Hospitals Urged to Prioritise Infection Control Amid Rising Risks to Patients and Staff

Royal College of Emergency Medicine calls for a return to robust infection prevention measures following a dip in screening standards. Hospital emergency departments in the... Details
New Alopecia Treatment Approved for NHS Use, Offering Hope to Thousands

New Alopecia Treatment Approved for NHS Use, Offering Hope to Thousands

Ritlecitinib becomes the first treatment for alopecia areata to be available on the NHS Alopecia areata patients across the UK are celebrating after the National... Details
Health Board Faces ‘Fundamental Challenges’ a Year After Special Measures

Health Board Faces ‘Fundamental Challenges’ a Year After Special Measures

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is making progress, but ongoing issues remain, says public sector watchdog. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), the largest health... Details
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs May Offer Protection Against Alzheimer’s Disease, New Study Suggests

Erectile Dysfunction Drugs May Offer Protection Against Alzheimer’s Disease, New Study Suggests

Viagra and similar medications could lower Alzheimer's risk by 18% A new study has shown that medications commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction, such as... Details
Cold Water Swimming May Help Relieve Menopause Symptoms, New Study Shows

Cold Water Swimming May Help Relieve Menopause Symptoms, New Study Shows

UCL research suggests cold water swimming could be an alternative solution for women struggling with menopause A recent study from University College London (UCL) suggests... Details
Breast Cancer’s Economic Impact on the UK Could Reach £3.6bn by 2034

Breast Cancer’s Economic Impact on the UK Could Reach £3.6bn by 2034

Report shows rising costs to NHS, productivity, and society if screening rates are not improved A new report warns that the financial burden of breast... Details
Measuring Allergens in the Air Could Improve Hay Fever Management

Measuring Allergens in the Air Could Improve Hay Fever Management

Study suggests tracking airborne allergens is a more accurate way to manage hay fever symptoms than traditional pollen counts. A new study led by King’s... Details
New Winter Injection for Babies Shows 83% Effectiveness in Reducing Hospital Admissions Due to RSV

New Winter Injection for Babies Shows 83% Effectiveness in Reducing Hospital Admissions Due to RSV

Breakthrough Treatment Could Ease NHS Winter Pressures A new antibody injection for babies has demonstrated a remarkable ability to reduce hospital admissions related to Respiratory... Details
Scottish Government Urged to Boost Mental Health Funding

Scottish Government Urged to Boost Mental Health Funding

Seventeen organisations, including Bipolar Scotland and the Royal College of GPs, have united to demand greater investment in mental health services. A coalition of 17... Details