The latest health and social care news and a look at research and development into the treatment of common and rare diseases alike. We also look at the vital changes being made to help deliver effective healthcare through the digital transformation within the NHS.
People with disabilities often face a myriad of challenges when realising their right to health; Markaya Henderson from the European Disability Forum tells us why more must be done to promote disability-inclusive healthcare.
Rachael Lee, Acting Programme Manager of the National Wound Care Strategy Programme (NWCSP), discusses the challenges in wound care provision and the efforts to...
A recent report by The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission calls for a shift in obesity diagnosis, proposing a more comprehensive and clinically relevant approach.
In 2024, healthcare systems in the UK and worldwide faced the perfect storm of ageing, demand, and burnout. As we enter 2025, these trends are likely to persist.
The HC Legionella team specialises in legionella control and water hygiene for the healthcare, industrial, and commercial sectors. They share an example of their work here.
An ageing population, rising antimicrobial resistance, and the ongoing threat of infectious and chronic diseases are placing immense pressure on our societies. A shift to a preventative approach is necessary for the efficiency and sustainability of our healthcare systems. Central to this shift is the often-underutilized tool of life-course immunization.
The European Brain Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting brain research and improving the lives of the estimated 179 million Europeans living with brain conditions. Here, they discuss efforts aimed at enhancing care and raising awareness about brain health in Europe.
The AESGP is a non-profit organization that represents the manufacturers of non-prescription medicines, food supplements, and self-care medical devices in Europe; here, they explore the importance of self-care policies, supported by evidence on their economic, social, and health benefits.
Flu Season: New data from the NHS shows rapid rise in flu cases across the UK, whilst across the world, china continues its battle against human metapneumovirus virus.
The UK government has announced new reform plans to address the backlog of the NHS waiting list, hoping to deliver more appointments, reduce delays,...
A new treatment, Sotatercept, for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) has recently been approved by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
Good pet nutrition and exercise are key to safeguarding pets’ health and wellbeing. We explore the physical and mental effects obesity can have on dogs and what owners can do about it with vet Dr Scott Miller and dog behaviour specialist Adem Fehmi.
This article highlights the importance of a proactive approach to managing lower limb wounds through primary and secondary prevention. Focusing on prevention can reduce the financial burden of wound care, alleviate capacity issues, and improve patient outcomes by lowering the incidence and recurrence.
Lorna Rothery spoke to Alex Maxwell, President of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine, to explore how this evidence-based discipline can enhance clinical care by promoting a more holistic approach to individual health.
The Council of European Dentists (CED) is a not-for-profit association representing over 340,000 dentists. Here, they address the relationship between oral health and overall health, as well as the necessary steps to improve access to dental care and reduce related inequalities.
