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.
We all have a unique face, fingerprint, voice, and signature, so why wouldn’t we have a unique response to the medicine and treatments we receive? Mark Hitchman, Managing Director at Canon Medical Systems UK, explores this question.
In a recent poll conducted by the Health Foundation and IPSOS, public sentiment towards the NHS has highlighted significant concerns, prompting calls for transparency and increased investment in healthcare infrastructure.
A groundbreaking study has revealed a disturbing link between microplastics and human health. Researchers have discovered that tiny plastic particles are present in the bloodstreams of a significant number of people.
Pandemic preparedness: A new report has sounded the alarm on the urgent need to address global disparities and foster interdisciplinary cooperation to effectively prepare for and respond to future pandemics.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has initiated a collaborative effort to accelerate the digital transformation of healthcare systems across its European member states.
In today's demanding clinical landscape, integrating generative AI tools like ClinicalKey AI is essential for enhancing efficiency and improving patient care in primary care settings.
Cosmetic surgery isn’t necessarily the answer to stopping your skin ageing; understanding what lifestyle factors may be affecting the age of your skin could change everything.
Dr Nenad Miljković, President-elect of the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP), outlines the critical role of cold chain management in maintaining the efficacy and safety of vaccines.
Among the excitement of summer, it’s crucial to stay informed about how the season can affect our health, particularly when it comes to medications and medical devices.
Researchers from UCL and Moorfields Eye Hospital have identified potential markers in the blood that could change the treatment of glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide.
Patricia (Patsy) Beattie-Huggan, President and Principal Consultant of The Quaich Inc, focuses on bridging the gap between evidence and action through collaborative leadership. But where do we begin?
Dr Jane M Barratt, Global Advisor at the International Federation on Ageing (IFA), spoke to Lorna Rothery about healthy population ageing, the benefits this demographic shift can bring and the need for countries to work together to combat ageism and nurture age-friendly environments.
West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has surged nearly 100 places in just two years to claim the 7th spot in NHS England's league tables for Accident and Emergency (A&E) waiting times.
Despite migraine affecting a large proportion of the population, many people are reluctant to seek help for this often debilitating condition. To understand why and the challenges with diagnosis and treatment, Lorna Rothery spoke to esteemed assistant professor and headache specialist Dana Ionel.
Delia Cannings, Chair of the British Cleaning Council, discusses the importance of implementing and respecting robust cleaning protocols across different settings and why the UK Government must do more to make cleaning and hygiene a core part of the national agenda.
