The NHS is launching an improved version of varenicline, a prescription-only stop smoking pill, to aid smokers in quitting. Varenicline, previously withdrawn due to safety concerns, is now deemed safe and is expected to help over 85,000 smokers annually. It…
During the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, NHS England Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard revealed that a request for an additional 10,000 permanent hospital beds, made in July 2020, was denied by the Treasury. Pritchard described the decision as ‘very disappointing’, noting that…
The NHS is launching an improved version of the smoking cessation pill Varenicline, effective for those looking to quit smoking in England. Varenicline, previously withdrawn due to impurities, has now been approved as safe and is shown to be more…
Alan Milburn, former health secretary under Tony Blair, has been appointed as a top health adviser for the UK government, igniting debate over increased private sector involvement in the NHS. Milburn emphasized the need for significant reforms, citing the NHS…
A groundbreaking mobile lung cancer screening initiative in England has identified over 5,000 cases, largely in places like supermarkets and town centers. Launched in 2019, the program targets individuals aged 55-74 who smoke or have smoked, detecting 76% of cancers…
In a recent testimony to the Covid inquiry, Prof Sir Stephen Powis, the national medical director of NHS England, expressed his personal fears that hospitals could become overwhelmed during the early stages of the pandemic. He disclosed that a draft…
In testimony to the Covid inquiry, Prof Sir Stephen Powis, NHS England’s national medical director, expressed his fear that hospitals might be overwhelmed early in the pandemic. He revealed that plans were drafted to prioritize patient care, using criteria including…
During the Covid inquiry, Prof Sir Stephen Powis, the national medical director at NHS England, expressed his deep fears that hospitals might become overwhelmed in the pandemic’s early days. He revealed that a draft ‘Covid-19 decision tool’ was created to…
The NHS is set to review its guidelines on prostate cancer testing after Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy advocated for more younger men to receive checks. Hoy, who is battling terminal cancer, emphasized the importance of PSA tests for men…
NHS England has criticized senior doctors for charging excessive overtime rates, with some earning over £200,000 annually in extra pay, nearly double the average consultant salary. A BBC investigation reveals hospitals struggle with rising overtime expenses, now nearing £1 billion,…
NHS England has condemned senior doctors for charging excessive overtime rates, with some earning over £200,000 annually for extra work, more than double the average salary for full-time consultants. A BBC investigation revealed that high overtime costs, nearly £1 billion…
NHS England has condemned senior doctors for charging exorbitant overtime rates, with some consultants earning over £200,000 annually for additional work—nearly double the average salary. While health officials acknowledge the need for extra pay to address staffing shortages and reduce…
