FTC Sues Transgender Health Group Over Care Claims for Minors
The FTC and four states sued WPATH, alleging deceptive claims about gender-affirming care for minors. The group denies the allegations.
Category : Health Policy
NHS Drug Shortages Worst on Record, Health Leaders Warn
NHS patients face severe medicine shortages, including painkillers, epilepsy drugs, and HRT, posing serious risks to health and forcing rationing.
Residents fight glyphosate spraying near Lake Tahoe
Katherine Levy and other Lake Tahoe residents are horrified by US Forest Service plans to spray glyphosate and other herbicides on public lands for post-wildfire restoration, fearing contamination of the lake.
Social media ban debate: Experts and teens weigh in
A psychiatrist supports the proposed UK social media ban for under-16s, citing mental health harms, while a 16-year-old argues it scolds teens without offering alternatives, sparking a debate on regulation vs. engagement.
Woman groped on Elizabeth Line: police response delayed 13 hours
Esme Rice, 31, reported being groped by two men on the Elizabeth Line at Stratford station, but British Transport Police did not contact her until 13 hours later, leaving her feeling 'massively let down'.
Prostate Cancer Screening: What to Know After Clarkson's News
Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer diagnosis. Learn about PSA tests, risk factors, and how to speak to your GP about screening in the UK.
Learning-disability nurse shortage 'absolute crisis' in UK
The Royal College of Nursing reports a 33% drop in learning-disability nurses since 2009, leaving 1.5 million vulnerable adults without adequate care.
Healthcare Failures: Mismanagement, Not Just Money, Is the Problem
A report into Melbourne's Cohealth reveals systemic mismanagement, not just funding gaps, led to clinic closures. Experts blame poor governance and ignored clinician ideas.
Queen Elizabeth Hospital rated 'Good' for first time in 13 years
Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich receives 'Good' rating from CQC for first time since Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust took over in 2013, despite five safety breaches.
Check GHIC expiry before European holidays
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert warns over two million GHIC and EHIC cards expire this year. Check your card now to avoid healthcare costs in Europe.
11 Places Blue Badge Holders Cannot Park Day or Night
Blue Badge holders enjoy parking benefits but are banned from 11 locations at all times. Know the rules to avoid fines.
Hypermobility diagnosis waits up to 21 years in UK
A study led by the University of Edinburgh reveals that people with hypermobility conditions in the UK face delays of up to 21 years for diagnosis, with low awareness among healthcare professionals.
Laverne Cox on Surviving Childhood and Fighting for Trans Rights
Laverne Cox opens up about her brutal childhood, transitioning in the 90s, and fears for trans people under Trump. She discusses her memoir Transcendent and her career.
Disabled People with Lifelong Conditions Face 'Pointless' Pip Reassessments
Charity Z2K finds hundreds of thousands of disabled people undergo unnecessary PIP reviews, wasting public money and harming mental health.
After 60, I left my online job for a new career in nursing
Nick Dowling, 60, left his consultancy work to become a nursing apprentice, inspired by Covid and past experience as a nurse's aide.
Melbourne influencer's death after home birth reveals freebirth risks
Stacey Warnecke, 30, died from postpartum hemorrhage after a home birth without medical staff. An inquest examines her choices and the burden on emergency services.
State Bans on PFAS Reduce 'Forever Chemicals' in Clothing
A new report shows state bans have significantly reduced PFAS in clothing, with 80% of tested products complying, marking a public health win.
Hantavirus on Cruise Ship Sparks Health Fears
A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has sparked public health concerns, highlighting risks of disease in isolated environments.
Starmer: Smoking Ban to Take Effect Spring 2025
Prime Minister Starmer announces a smoking ban will come into force around spring 2025, using secondary legislation to bypass lengthy parliamentary delays.
Resident Doctors Call Off Strike Over New Pay Offer
Resident doctors in England have suspended strike action after receiving an improved pay offer from the government, pending a ballot.
Antidepressants and Antipsychotics Could Replace Opioids for Pain
A new study suggests antidepressants, antipsychotics, and other non-opioid medications can effectively treat pain in emergency departments, offering safer alternatives to addictive opioids.
Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals in US Breast Milk
A study of Seattle mothers found alarming levels of endocrine-disrupting chemicals like BPA, BPS, melamine, and triclosan in breast milk, posing risks to infant development.
Merope Mills Gets CBE for Martha's Rule Campaign
Journalist Merope Mills receives CBE for patient safety campaign after daughter Martha's death from sepsis. Martha's Rule has potentially saved hundreds of lives since 2024.
Pelvic Pain Costs Thousands Due to Diagnosis Delays and Insurance Gaps
Patients with vulvovaginal pain face high costs due to delayed diagnoses and insurance gaps. The economic burden in the US ranges from $31bn to $72bn annually.
UK teens and new students to be offered MenB vaccine
A one-off vaccination programme will offer MenB vaccine to school leavers and new university students after outbreaks in Kent, Dorset and Berkshire killed three people.
Joseph Ana obituary: NHS doctor who transformed Nigerian healthcare
Joseph Ana, a Nigerian-born NHS doctor, returned to his homeland to become health commissioner, improving vaccination rates and introducing an ambulance service. He died aged 73.
Survey Reveals Why Londoners Don't Give Blood
A new survey uncovers the main reason people avoid donating blood: they were never asked. The findings highlight a simple solution to boost donation rates.
DWP 28-Day Rule: State Pensioners Risk Losing Benefits
Elderly Brits warned about DWP's 28-day rule: prolonged hospital stays could stop Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance, PIP, and other benefits. State pension unaffected.
Deptford Home Care Still 'Requires Improvement'
Lionheart Domiciliary Care Services in Deptford retains 'requires improvement' rating after CQC found issues with medicine management and risk assessments.
Elder Care Crisis: Shame and Blame Won't Solve It
The US elder care system is failing families, with high costs and little savings. Collective solutions like day programs, worker-owned care, and public insurance are needed.
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