Private Firms Make £1.6bn NHS Profits, MPs Call for Cap
Research reveals private companies providing NHS services made £1.6bn in profits over two years, enough to fund thousands of doctors or nurses, prompting outrage and demands for a profit cap.
Category : Health Policy
Kratom Poisonings Soar, Experts Warn Against Blanket Bans
CDC reports a 1,200% rise in kratom-related poisonings over a decade, with a sharp spike in 2025. Experts attribute this to synthetic versions like 7-OH, cautioning that bans on natural kratom could harm users relying on it for pain and addiction recovery
Sussex Baby Deaths Inquiry Criticized for Excluding Families
Bereaved parents warn Health Secretary Wes Streeting that a narrow review of nine infant deaths at University Hospitals Sussex NHS trust will fail to identify systemic issues and exclude vulnerable groups.
Nurse Wins NHS Settlement in Transgender Patient Pronoun Row
Jennifer Melle, a nurse from Croydon, has secured a settlement from Epsom and St Helier Hospitals NHS Trust after a conflict over patient pronouns and media comments. She still faces Nursing and Midwifery Council investigations.
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TikTok's 'PickleFart' Aids in Early Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis
A Texas baker's life was saved after a TikTok commenter alerted her to a neck asymmetry, leading to an early thyroid cancer diagnosis and highlighting social media's role in health awareness.
Eamonn Holmes Hospitalized After Stroke, Girlfriend 'Praying'
GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes, 66, suffered a stroke and was found unconscious at his London home. His girlfriend Katie Alexander has been by his hospital bedside as he recovers.
CDC Chief Warns of Health Misinformation Crisis in Australia
In an exclusive interview, Australia's CDC chief highlights the growing threat of health misinformation, urging coordinated action to protect public health and trust in science.
At-Home Food Intolerance Tests: A Dangerous Scam Exposed
At-home food intolerance tests, a booming industry, are scientifically baseless and potentially harmful. Experts warn against IgG tests and unregulated practices.
Eamonn Holmes' Health: Stroke and Chronic Pain Timeline
Broadcaster Eamonn Holmes has suffered a stroke, leading to hospitalization and time off GB News. This article details his health struggles, including hip replacements, shingles, slipped discs, and spinal surgery.
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Georgia Midwives Criminalized in Maternal Health Lawsuit
A new lawsuit challenges Georgia's strict midwifery laws, which criminalize many trained midwives despite a severe maternal health crisis, particularly affecting Black women.
Haskins Funded Liverpool Food Desert Research for Social Justice
Prof John R Ashton reveals how Lord Chris Haskins provided generous funding to research food deserts in Liverpool, exposing how poverty-stricken communities lacked access to affordable, wholesome food.
Conservatives Sue Over Native Hawaiian Healthcare Scholarships
A conservative activist group files a federal lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in a decades-old scholarship program for Native Hawaiian healthcare students, sparking a legal battle over diversity initiatives.
California Charges 21 in $267M Hospice Fraud Scheme
California authorities have filed felony charges against 21 individuals for an alleged hospice fraud scheme costing $267 million, with $30 million recovered and five arrests made.
Second Midwife Charged in NSW Homebirth Death Case
NSW police have charged a second midwife, Jordan Michaela Holland, with manslaughter following the death of a newborn during a homebirth in Newcastle in 2024. The case involves allegations of failure to respond to complications.
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Junior Doctors' Strike Drags On With No End in Sight
The ongoing junior doctors' strike in England enters another phase with negotiations stalled between the BMA and government, costing the NHS billions and disrupting patient care.
CDC Director Delays Report on COVID Vaccine Benefits
Acting CDC Director Jay Bhattacharya has postponed publication of a study showing COVID vaccines reduce ER visits and hospitalizations by half, raising concerns about political interference in public health.
London Dietitian's 'Perfectly Balanced' Lasagne with 5 Veg
A London gastro dietitian reveals a surprising 'perfectly balanced' meal - a vegetable-packed lasagne that provides comfort, protein, and five daily vegetable portions.
Three Ps of Digestive Health for Better Bowel Movements
Harvard gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha reveals the three Ps framework for optimal digestive health, addressing propulsion, pliability, and pelvic floor coordination to transform toilet habits.
Black Patients Face Twice the Coercion During Birth
A Florida woman's forced C-section reveals systemic medical coercion targeting Black patients, with statistics showing they're twice as likely to face unwanted procedures during childbirth.
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Mississippi Vaccine Rule Changes Lead to Whooping Cough Outbreak
A federal court's decision to overturn Mississippi's strict school vaccine requirements has led to a surge in whooping cough cases and the death of an infant, while anti-vaccine groups expand their national campaign.
Financial Strain Hinders Child Development, Study Finds
A Barnardo's survey shows nearly half of UK parents report financial pressures limiting children's speech, social, and play skill development, with calls for nationwide baby box schemes.
Glasgow Tops UK as Weight Loss Injection Capital
A new survey shows Glasgow has the highest usage of weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic, with 30% of dieters using them, highlighting regional health disparities and dietary concerns.
Gaza Amputees' Dual Struggle: Recovery and Legal Limbo
Thousands of Palestinians who lost limbs in the Israel-Gaza conflict seek prosthetic care in Cairo, but face legal uncertainty and psychological trauma beyond medical treatment.
Greece Bans Social Media for Under-15s Over Health Concerns
Greece will implement a social media ban for children under 15 starting January, with Prime Minister Mitsotakis citing anxiety, sleep problems, and addictive platform designs. The move follows overwhelming public support and aims to set a European precede
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UK Cuts to Polio Funding Risk Global Eradication Campaign
Gillian Russell criticizes the UK government's decision to end contributions to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative by 2026, highlighting the critical stage of the campaign and personal experiences with the disease.
Israeli Attacks on Healthcare Spread from Gaza to Lebanon
A paediatric physician who worked in conflict zones describes how Israel's targeting of hospitals and medical workers in Gaza has now extended to Lebanon, creating dangerous precedents.
Chef Kept Fish in Bathroom, Inches from Toilet
A businessman from Watford was sentenced for food safety offences after firefighters discovered a bathtub filled with mackerel near his toilet during a kitchen fire response.
Father Dies Saving Kids from Florida Rip Current
Ryan Jennings, 46, died after rescuing his son and daughter from a dangerous rip current off Juno Beach, Florida. His widow Emily called it 'his last gift' as the family grieves.
Palantir Engineers Given NHS Email Accounts, Sparking Health Service Alarm
Health service staff express deep concern as Palantir engineers are granted NHS email accounts, accessing a directory of up to 1.5 million employees. The move raises ethical questions amid the company's controversial background in surveillance technology.
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Why Men Can't Get Erections in Space: The Science Explained
NASA's Artemis II mission highlights a little-discussed challenge of space travel: microgravity's impact on male sexual function. Experts explain why erections are nearly impossible in orbit.
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