Saturday, July 20, 2024

NHS warns of GP disruption next week after IT outage

Healthcare IT systems are coming back online - but GPs face a growing appointments backlog.

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Friday, July 19, 2024

Ten tips for sleeping in hot weather

A simple guide on how to get a good night's sleep in the heat.

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Urgent action needed as malaria resists key drug

Malaria parasites that can shrug off the effects of artemisinin are now well-established in East Africa.

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Thursday, July 18, 2024

Diabetic patient used social media to find insulin

A woman living with diabetes urges better communication over the supply of essential drugs.

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BMA debates response to child gender care review

It comes as a top doctor brands the ban of the use of puberty blockers for gender identity reasons as "terrible".

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

'Supermodel granny' drug extends life in animals

The drug is already being tested in people, but whether it would have the same effect is unknown.

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DIY kits may see million more cervical-cancer tests

One million more women would have life-saving checks if the NHS adopted self-testing, researchers estimate.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

How to treat heat exhaustion How to treat heat exhaustion How to treat heat exhaustion BBC Medical Editor Fergus Walsh speaks to St John...