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Little evidence that employing physician associates in NHS is safe – research

Experts said there was a mismatch between policymakers’ enthusiasm for expanding these roles and the lack of rigorous research.

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2025

This popular contraceptive method may double the risk of stroke and heart attack

Hormonal birth control is a convenient and effective way to prevent pregnancy for millions of women around the world. However, its hidden risk could be putting many women's lives in danger. A new study conducted by the scientists in Denmark has found that certain contraceptive methods like vaginal ring, skin…

The Times of India · Feb 14, 2025

McDonald’s accused of tough tactics in fights with councils over new branches

Critics say firm uses ‘playbook’ of questionable arguments to get its way in appeals against planning refusals

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2025

British Surgeon Blames Daughter's Vegan Diet For Her Suicide; Lack Of A Key Vitamin 'Made Her Psychotic'

A consultant orthopaedic surgeon is dedicated to raising awareness about vitamin B12 deficiency following the tragic loss of his 21-year-old daughter.

International Business Times UK · Sep 27, 2024

Beware 'Deepfakes' Of Famous Doctors Promoting Scams: Experts

Social media is being flooded by digitally created "deepfake" videos using the trusted identities of famous doctors to promote dangerous miracle cures for serious health problems, experts warn.

International Business Times · Sep 14, 2024

Mpox crisis: Why do African countries struggle to make or buy vaccines?

African countries produce less than 2 percent of the vaccines the continent needs, experts say.

Al Jazeera · Sep 12, 2024

NHS restricting access to obesity services across England, BMJ finds

Budget cuts to local services fell disproportionately on care for obese patients, leading to ‘postcode lottery’

The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2024

Air pollution harms male fertility while women face similar risk from noise, study finds

Environmental pollutants may have different effects on male and female reproduction, research in BMJ suggests

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024

Type 2 diabetes drug associated with 35% lower risk of dementia, study finds

Large Korean study suggests sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors, may lower the risk of dementia

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2024

Suicide risk for female doctors 76% higher than general population

Suicide rates in profession have declined but analysis of evidence from 20 countries shows need for more prevention efforts, BMJ says

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2024