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Norovirus cases surge to winter high piling more pressure on hospitals, NHS figures show

The figures come as Health Secretary Wes Streeting prepares to detail his new NHS mandate on Thursday

The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2025

People in England with severe dust mite allergy to be offered daily pill on NHS

Tablet will particularly benefit people who do not respond enough to steroid nasal sprays and antihistamines

The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2025

Brexit trade barriers could cost Scotland's economy £4 billion, fresh data shows

BREXIT trade barriers could impact Scotland’s economy by £4 billion, fresh analysis has shown.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 30, 2025

Welsh Government accused of ‘waving white flag’ over Cardiff University job cuts

The Welsh university set out proposals to cut 400 jobs – 7% of the total workforce – on Tuesday.

Evening Standard · Jan 29, 2025

“The Whole Experience Was Horrible”: Woman Denied Breast Reduction Surgery Faces Online Harassment

"The whole experience was horrible." 21-year-old struggles to fund her breast reduction surgery after doctor dismissed her as only having “saggy” breasts. The post “The Whole Experience Was Horrible”: Woman Denied Breast Reduction Surgery Faces Online Harassment first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Jan 29, 2025

NHS England chief under fire again as MPs ‘exasperated’ by responses

Health committee criticises Amanda Pritchard’s evidence after scathing report from another Commons committee

The Guardian - UK · Jan 29, 2025

MPs critical of NHS leaders after ‘disappointing’ evidence session

NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard appeared before MPs on Wednesday

The Independent UK · Jan 29, 2025

Pharmacies sell some products that have little or no evidence of working – so why do they do it?

Under the UK’s Pharmacy First initiative, people are encouraged to see their pharmacist before consulting their GP – especially for minor ailments. It’s a tough four-year course to become a pharmacist in the UK, so you’re in good hands if you seek their advice.

The Conversation · Jan 29, 2025

Kate Forbes responds to SNP removing independence from Budget amid LibDems deal

KATE Forbes has addressed the SNP's removal of any mention of "independence" from their Budget ...

The National (Scotland) · Jan 29, 2025

Women’s health is a priority despite scrapping of key pledge, says NHS chief

Amanda Pritchard, chief executive of NHS England, was speaking before the Health and Social Care Committee.

Evening Standard · Jan 29, 2025