Thursday, February 8, 2024

Primodos victims 'airbrushed' from financial help

Families are heartbroken to be left out of a scheme proposing support for other patients.

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Dentists to get £20k bonus to treat most in need

The move is part of a wider plan to improve access in England but dentists say it will not solve problems.

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Health scandal victims need payouts soon - report

Patient watchdog calls for payouts for those left disabled by an epilepsy drug or hurt by pelvic mesh.

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

How common is King's incidental cancer diagnosis?

Being diagnosed with cancer during treatment for another condition is something many experience.

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New mum urges HIV checks amid case rise

Becky has spoken out as official figures show testing for HIV remains below pre-pandemic levels.

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Monday, February 5, 2024

Man told NHS will not fund £40k a time treatment

Craig Shore, who has ocular uveal melanoma, will have to pay up to £240,000 for chemosaturation.

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Parents of sudden-death children 'let down by NHS'

Sudden unexplained death in childhood claims 50 lives in the UK every year - some parents get no support.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

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