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Simple blood test could accurately detect ovarian cancer in its early stages

Ovarian cancer affects approximately 7,500 women in the UK annually, predominantly those over the age of 50

The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2025

Royal Fiancée Harriet Sperling Is Following in Princess Diana's Footsteps During Balmoral Vacation

The NHS nurse is engaged to Princess Anne's son, Peter Phillips.

Marie Claire · Aug 25, 2025

Tommy Fleetwood delivers feelgood factor in ending his US drought

One of the few universally popular male sports stars, the Briton’s first win in 164 PGA Tour attempts is perhaps golf’s brightest story of 2025

The Guardian - UK · Aug 25, 2025

Thousands referred for liver cancer checks after on-the-spot scan

Some 112,831 people have had a mobile scan of their liver under the NHS scheme

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025

Thousands more referred for liver cancer checks thanks to mobile scanning scheme

There are now 20 mobile teams offering on-the-spot scans in local communities in England, the NHS said.

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025

Half a million people have received dementia diagnosis on NHS, figures show

NHS hospitals are now using technology to help keep people living with dementia safe in their homes.

Evening Standard · Aug 24, 2025

Number of people with dementia diagnosis hits record high

16,386 people have been diagnosed on the NHS in the past year

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025

True cost of the UK’s obesity crisis revealed – and how weight-loss jabs could be the answer

SPECIAL REPORT: The UK has an obesity epidemic, with levels having doubled since the 1990s. Could increasing the rollout of weight-loss drugs ease the burden on the overstretched NHS? Alicja Hagopian and Rebecca Thomas report

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025

Weight-loss drugs are a quick fix with long-term results

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: For those able to take them, weight-loss drugs can offer startling results in improved quality of life, and in relieving the pressure on the NHS and the British economy

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025

Pregnancy skincare is a minefield of myths and mixed messages—think of this as the definitive guide

Expert-approved advice

Marie Claire · Aug 24, 2025