Category : Health Policy


Health Star Ratings Mandatory After Long Fight

State and federal ministers have agreed to make health star labels mandatory on packaged foods, but legislation will take a year to draft. The move follows a 13-year struggle against food industry lobbying.

Jesy Nelson's SMA Petition Reaches 100k, Set for MP Debate

Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson cried tears of joy as her campaign for newborn spinal muscular atrophy screening reached 100,000 signatures, forcing a parliamentary debate after her twins were diagnosed with the rare genetic condition.

England to Ban Vaping in Cars with Children

The UK government plans to ban vaping and heated tobacco in cars carrying under-18s, citing rising evidence of health risks from secondhand vapour. The move is part of a broader bill targeting smoking and e-cigarettes in public spaces.

NHS Workers Get 3.3% Pay Rise from April

Over 1.4 million NHS workers will see a 3.3% pay increase in their pay packets from April, as announced by the government. Health Secretary Wes Streeting highlights it as above inflation forecasts, but unions criticize the figure as insufficient.

Ending Endometriosis Pain: A UK Woman's Move to Spain

After 10 years of severe stage 4 endometriosis pain in the UK, Emma Kemsley found relief by moving to Spain. Her story highlights lifestyle changes, improved diet, and reduced stress as key factors in managing this chronic condition.

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