The new technique that has ‘transformed’ breast cancer treatment IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025
GPs explain why your hands and feet swell in warm weather Why are we hit with uncomfortable swelling in the summer? Experts explain The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025
Government not learning lessons from deaths of domestic abuse victims, report finds Exclusive: ‘Deeply concerning’ lack of oversight in England and Wales amid failure to act on recommendations made after victim’s death The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2025
Full-body scans of 100,000 people could change way diseases are detected and treated UK Biobank project to share 1bn images of organs, blood vessels and bones to help study ageing and ill health The Guardian - UK · Jul 14, 2025
‘Life-changing’ therapy now available for cystic fibrosis patients The new pill is seen as a ‘major leap forward’ for hundreds of patients living with the rarest forms of cystic fibrosis The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025
Less aggressive treatment for low-risk breast cancer ‘just as effective’ – trial More than 37,000 women have radiotherapy for breast cancer in the UK every year. The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025
New breast cancer treatment may ‘transform’ care and reduce debilitating side effects More than 37,000 women have radiotherapy for breast cancer in the UK every year The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025
Council overspend on social care highest in decade amid warning over NHS plan Investment is needed to keep people well at home, otherwise the shift towards prevention and neighbourhood health risks being undermined, Adass said. The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025
Hundreds of cystic fibrosis patients become eligible for ‘life-changing’ therapy Some people with the rarest forms of the disease have been unable to access the latest medicines. Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025
New medical trial changes what we think about penicillin allergy Removing incorrect labels could help improve care for patients while tackling antibiotic resistance and saving money for the NHS, The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025
Patients with penicillin allergy may benefit from further tests, study suggests Removing incorrect penicillin allergy labels could improve care, reduce NHS costs and help tackle bacterial resistance, researchers said. The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025
UK ‘long overdue’ a conversation about NHS funding, says Javid Sir Sajid said the country ‘cannot afford’ to ‘bury our heads in the sand’. Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025
Best calf stretchers: Enhance flexibility, prevent injuries and unlock your Achilles potential Tight calves? These clever stretchers help boost flexibility, ease tension and support recovery — no gym required Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025
GB Energy could fund solar panels on religious buildings, Miliband suggests The Energy Secretary told the Commons he is ‘enthusiastic’ about widening the scope of Great British Energy’s first major project. Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025
The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025 Striking doctors have badly misjudged the mood of the nation THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Since the general election, resident doctors have seen their wages rise by much more than most other working people, with few – if any – commitments to improving productivity
The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025 ‘Unconscionable’ for doctors not to tell their employers if they plan to strike, Streeting warns Health secretary warns doctors that striking is ‘unreasonable’ and ‘self-defeating’ ahead of talks to avert planned action
Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025 Resident doctors acting in ‘unconscionable way’ over strikes – Streeting The Government and the British Medical Association are set to meet this week.
The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025 What is arrhythmia and what are the symptoms? A doctor explains A doctor explains arrhythmia as the NHS rolls out a DIY at-home heart monitor
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14, 2025 No, age isn’t just a number – and the sooner we realise that, the happier we will be It’s tempting to want to stay young for ever. But each new life stage brings gains as well as losses
Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025 Talks between Government and doctors to go ahead ‘to avert strike action’ The Government has said that it ‘can’t go further on pay’.
The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025 NHS begins roll out of groundbreaking at-home heart monitors IN FULL
Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025 Retiring NHS England boss says cancer treatment on ‘cusp of golden era’ Professor Sir Stephen Powis said he expects drugs harnessing the body’s immune system to fight the disease will bring ‘great advances in survival’.
The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025 Cancer treatment ‘revolution’ on the horizon, says leading doctor Professor Sir Stephen Powis warned the biggest challenge facing the NHS was the rise in elderly people
The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2025 New at-home heart monitors to slash NHS hospital waiting lists The device can be used to investigate conditions including atrial fibrillation, tachycardia or heart blocks
Evening Standard · Jul 13, 2025 Experts call for end to ‘postcode lottery’ in certain cancer services Health bodies have called for investment in these ‘essential components of cancer care’ so they do not become ‘optional extras’,