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.
Afon Technology, founded by Dr Sabih Chaudhry in 2019, has been a leader in diabetes innovation with its Glucowear™ device, the world’s first non-invasive glucose sensor that continuously monitors blood sugar levels in real-time.
Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Julianne Williams, WHO/Europe Technical Officer, Special Initiative for NCDs and Innovation (SNI), about some of the key barriers to healthy eating for children and what can be done to support optimal nutrition, especially in schools.
A new report by Lord Darzi has revealed that the National Health Service (NHS) is in serious trouble, facing challenges in patient access, quality of care, and overall performance.
Ed Hutchison, Clinical Solutions Specialist at Altera Digital Health and practising NHS Doctor, explains how improving patient flow with the help of digital solutions can support both clinicians and patients, optimising care delivery and outcomes.
Dr Sabine van der Veer, Senior Lecturer in Health Informatics at the University of Manchester, discusses how the adoption of digital tools in healthcare can impact health inequalities.
Recent studies have revealed a disturbing trend of microplastics, minuscule particles of plastic less than 5mm in diameter, that are increasingly being detected in human brain tissue.
As the NHS faces ongoing challenges with growing waiting lists for treatments, a new initiative has been introduced to alleviate the strain on hospitals and improve patient care.
Eating out exerts a significant influence on public health, yet consumers remain largely unaware of the nutritional quality of their meals. As diet-related diseases surge, transparency in this sector is imperative.
Supporting cardiovascular health is important at every age, and early influences can improve health outcomes years later
As the body ages, lots of changes happen...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the recent surge of monkeypox cases in several African countries a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
As Emergency Departments face increasing pressure, more patients are being redirected for minor injuries. While this eases the burden, missed fractures are on the rise, causing the NHS to lose millions in misdiagnosis costs.
NHS England is gearing up for a significant upgrade in its electronic patient records (EPR) systems across various Health and Justice facilities throughout England.
