Health
The first patient to receive a revolutionary eye injection credits the treatment with saving their vision
12 January 2026 | 19:22
The first patient to receive a revolutionary eye injection credits the treatment with saving their vision
A pioneering eye injection treatment has restored vision in patients with hypotony, a rare condition where eyeball pressure drops dangerously…
Violence against NHS staff in England remains a persistent problem requiring urgent intervention and systematic solutions
11 January 2026 | 19:35
Violence against NHS staff in England remains a persistent problem requiring urgent intervention and systematic solutions
Patient-directed violence against healthcare workers in England represents a substantial and growing challenge. Between 2022 and 2025, NHS trusts documented…
Circumcision of children may constitute abuse according to draft Crown Prosecution Service guidance
11 January 2026 | 07:14
Circumcision of children may constitute abuse according to draft Crown Prosecution Service guidance
A draft Crown Prosecution Service document proposes classifying circumcision as potential child abuse, placing it alongside breast flattening, virginity testing,…
Patient violence against NHS staff reaches an alarming level with nearly 285 violent incidents occurring every single day
10 January 2026 | 19:06
Patient violence against NHS staff reaches an alarming level with nearly 285 violent incidents occurring every single day
Healthcare professionals across the NHS are experiencing an unprecedented surge in violent and sexual assaults. Data gathered from 212 English…
Researchers argue that treatments for Alzheimer’s disease must focus on targeting one specific gene effectively
10 January 2026 | 07:33
Researchers argue that treatments for Alzheimer’s disease must focus on targeting one specific gene effectively
Researchers have identified a specific gene as the focal point for developing new Alzheimer’s treatments. The Apoe gene variants could…
New egg defect research offers potential hope for reducing the emotional toll of fertility treatments
10 January 2026 | 06:54
New egg defect research offers potential hope for reducing the emotional toll of fertility treatments
Fertility treatment presents couples with intense emotional cycles of anticipation and disappointment. Women over 35 face particularly steep odds, with…
Health support will now be offered to thousands of offenders during their probation meetings across England
9 January 2026 | 19:45
Health support will now be offered to thousands of offenders during their probation meetings across England
Approximately 4,000 offenders across England will participate in a pilot program offering integrated healthcare during their probation appointments. This scheme…
People who stop taking weight loss injections regain weight approximately four times faster compared to those following traditional diets
8 January 2026 | 18:08
People who stop taking weight loss injections regain weight approximately four times faster compared to those following traditional diets
Weight-loss injections like Mounjaro and Wegovy produce rapid weight regain four times faster than traditional dieting once patients stop treatment,…
Online hospital services from the NHS will prioritize treatment for eye conditions, menopause symptoms, and prostate health issues
6 January 2026 | 18:08
Online hospital services from the NHS will prioritize treatment for eye conditions, menopause symptoms, and prostate health issues
England’s NHS is developing a digital hospital platform launching in 2027 through the NHS app, beginning with nine specific conditions.…
Blood delivery by drone represents a new approach to emergency medical services in trials
4 January 2026 | 19:27
Blood delivery by drone represents a new approach to emergency medical services in trials
A groundbreaking initiative called Dragon’s Heart will deploy specially designed drones to transport blood donations across Wales. Currently, blood processed…