Nipah Virus: Asian Travel Precautions Explained
Asian countries implement temperature screening and health declarations after Nipah virus cases detected in India. UKHSA issues travel advice for Britons visiting at-risk regions.
Category : Health Policy
NHS ADHD Overspend and Water Stress Corrections
The Guardian issues corrections on NHS England's ADHD service budget overspend and global water stress statistics, alongside other recent article amendments.
Arkansas Women Sue Over Abortion Bans After Emergencies
Four Arkansas women denied abortions during medical crises file lawsuit challenging state's near-total ban, alleging constitutional violations and life-threatening delays.
NHS Urged to Expand Heart Valve Clinics for Ethnic Equality
A pilot programme in England shows success in reducing ethnic disparities in aortic valve treatment, with calls for nationwide rollout to address healthcare inequalities.
Government Offers Delay to $2bn Autism Scheme for Funding Deal
The Albanese government has offered to push back the start of the $2bn Thriving Kids autism scheme to October, alongside budget adjustments for smaller states, to secure a national hospitals and disability funding agreement.
Shared Supplier Behind Baby Formula Recalls
The Food Standards Agency confirms contaminated baby formula recalls by Nestle and Danone originated from a shared third-party ingredient supplier, containing cereulide toxin.
Esther Rantzen on Assisted Dying Delays and Cancer
TV star Dame Esther Rantzen shares her terminal cancer journey, criticising House of Lords delays to assisted dying legislation while welcoming NHS AI detection schemes.
Pressure Mounts Over Secret UK-US Drug Deal Costs
Ministers are under fire for secrecy around a UK-US drug deal, with critics fearing billions in extra NHS costs and demands for full transparency on the financial impact.
PE Funding Cuts Row Threatens Childhood Obesity Fight
A major government dispute has erupted over proposed cuts to physical education funding, undermining ministerial promises to tackle childhood obesity through school sports initiatives.
Australia's Palliative Care Crisis: A Call for Reform
Australian oncologist Dr Ranjana Srivastava highlights the critical gaps in end-of-life care, revealing that many dying patients miss out on timely palliative support, leading to unnecessary hospitalisations and distress.
Five Vital Health Metrics Every Adult Should Know
New research reveals millions of Brits are unaware of key personal health indicators like blood pressure and cholesterol levels, potentially missing early warning signs for serious conditions.
Black Women's Healthcare Nightmare in the US
Black women in the US face systemic bias in healthcare, from dismissal of symptoms to traumatic experiences, forcing many to become their own advocates for survival.
Healthcare Subsidy Fight Stalls Over Abortion
Congressional negotiations to revive Affordable Care Act subsidies are deadlocked as Republicans demand stricter abortion coverage limits, leaving millions facing soaring premiums.
Services Australia Breached Child Support Law for Years
Commonwealth Ombudsman Iain Anderson reveals Services Australia knowingly applied incorrect child support practices for six years, leaving thousands of parents owed money.
GPs See Obesity in Children Under Four, Survey Reveals
A survey of UK GPs finds nearly a quarter see obese children aged four or under, with many struggling to discuss weight issues due to fears of upsetting families.
NHS Staff Face Rising Physical and Digital Abuse
NHS staff across the UK are experiencing increasing physical, verbal, racial and sexual abuse in hospitals, GP practices and online, with calls for stronger protections and better reporting systems.
AI Healthcare Risks Deepening Class Divide
Generative AI integration in healthcare raises concerns about diagnostic accuracy and equity, particularly impacting unhoused and low-income patients who face systemic barriers to quality care.
Should UK Legalise Kidney Sales? Iranian Model Examined
With 7,000 awaiting transplants and six weekly deaths, the UK kidney shortage sparks debate on legalising payments to donors, examining Iran's successful system.
Google AI Health Summaries Risk Public Safety
Google's AI Overviews provide medical advice citing YouTube more than medical sites, with experts warning inaccurate information could cause serious harm to users seeking health guidance.
Counterfeit Weight-Loss Pills Threaten UK Market
Pharmaceutical experts warn that upcoming oral weight-loss medications will be easier for criminals to counterfeit than injectable versions, calling for stronger UK regulation and enforcement.
Streeting: Reform's Health Plan Costs £1.7bn
Health Secretary Wes Streeting condemns Reform UK's proposed tax relief on private healthcare as a £1.7bn giveaway to the wealthy that threatens NHS principles.
AI vs Doctors: The Parasite Diagnosis That Divided Opinion
A mother's persistence with ChatGPT led to a correct parasite diagnosis after doctors dismissed her concerns. As millions turn to AI for health advice, experts warn about its limitations while acknowledging its growing role in healthcare conversations.
OB-GYNs Fight Trump's War on Medical Science
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is leading resistance against Trump administration policies that undermine medical evidence on pregnancy, vaccines, and reproductive health.
Guinea-Bissau Halts US Vaccine Trial Over Ethics Concerns
Guinea-Bissau has suspended a controversial US-funded hepatitis B vaccine study, citing sovereignty and ethical issues. African health leaders and US officials clash over the trial's status.
Experts Call for Broader Child Digital Safeguards
Leading academics and educators argue that UK child protection policies must address generative AI and digital addiction, not just social media platforms, to safeguard adolescent development.
Germany Scraps Phone Sick Notes, Doctors and Unions Outraged
Germany's proposal to end telephone sick notes has triggered strong opposition from medical professionals and unions, who warn it could harm patient care and increase bureaucracy.
UK Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Details
The UK government is exploring a social media ban for under-16s, following Australia's recent implementation. Experts discuss enforcement challenges, platform impacts, and youth wellbeing concerns.
NHS Final Call for Winter Covid Vaccines: Eligibility and Deadline
The NHS has issued a final reminder that free Covid vaccinations are available until January 31, 2026, with specific eligibility criteria for vulnerable groups including the elderly and immunocompromised individuals.
Pressure Mounts for UK Under-16 Social Media Ban
Ministers launch consultation on banning under-16s from social media to curb phone use, amid debates over addiction and enforcement challenges.
NDIS Tool Not Tested on Diverse Disabilities, Experts Warn
Disability experts raise alarms over the I-CAN tool, a three-hour interview for NDIS support plans, citing insufficient validation for varied disability types and assessor qualifications.
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