Health
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Health Four in 10 NHS Organisations Use Nurses to Cover Doctor Shortages
A freedom of information investigation reveals widespread “backfilling” practices across NHS trusts as workforce crisis deepens. Nurses and…
27 April 2026 -
Health One in 10 Planned NHS Operations in England Cancelled with Less Than 24 Hours’ Notice
A new study reveals that around 10% of elective surgeries face last-minute cancellations, with nearly 40% potentially avoidable through…
27 April 2026 -
Health BMJ Revives Medics Revue After 25 Years to Support Doctors in Distress
The British Medical Journal is hosting a comedy revue on 15 May 2026 at the Shaw Theatre in London, with all proceeds benefiting the…
26 April 2026 -
Health UK-US Pharmaceutical Deal Sparks NHS Spending Debate
Labour government commits to higher medicines spending and reduced rebates in trade arrangement that eliminates US tariffs on British drug…
26 April 2026 -
Health Professor Gilbert R Thompson (1932-2026): Pioneer Who Proved High Cholesterol Causes Heart Disease
The Imperial College researcher faced fierce medical opposition while building the evidence that transformed heart disease prevention…
26 April 2026 -
Health Swedish Study Shows Better Childhood Homes Benefit Three Generations
New research tracking over 12,000 siblings reveals how improved early environments reduce mental health risks and boost educational…
26 April 2026 -
Health Hospital at Home Expansion Raises Questions Over Patient Preferences and Care Gaps
New research highlights concerns about accountability, digital access barriers, and discharge transitions despite positive satisfaction…
26 April 2026 -
Health Global Health Leadership Needs Feminist Principles, Not Just More Women, BMJ Analysis Shows
A new analysis reveals that simply placing women in leadership roles falls short of achieving genuine gender equality in global health…
25 April 2026 -
Health BMJ Warns Against Replacing NHS Resident Doctors with Physician Associates
Leading medical journal argues that substituting resident doctors with physician associates offers no benefits and poses significant risks…
25 April 2026 -
Health Health Data of 500,000 UK Biobank Participants Found Listed for Sale on Chinese Platform
Medical details from half a million UK health volunteers were advertised on Alibaba before being swiftly removed following government…
25 April 2026 -
Health BMJ Medics’ Revue Returns to London Stage After Years-Long Hiatus
The British Medical Journal has announced the revival of its traditional satirical performance for 15 May 2026 at Shaw Theatre. Medical…
25 April 2026 -
Health BMJ Revives Medics Revue After 25 Years to Support Doctors in Distress Charity
The British Medical Journal is hosting a comedy revue on 15 May 2026 at London’s Shaw Theatre, with all proceeds benefiting mental health…
24 April 2026