NHS Sets New Standards to Improve Patient Communication and Cut Delays
NHS introduces new standards for clearer appointment notices, regular updates and better patient communication across England.
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NICE Recommends First NHS Therapy to Delay Type 1 Diabetes in Up to Three Years
NICE has recommended the first NHS therapy that can delay type 1 diabetes onset for up to three years.
Nature Flags New Risks in the Fast-Growing Wellness Device Market
Nature warns the FDA’s 2026 wellness-device guidance leaves key gaps as wearables blur the line with medical tools.
NHS to Roll Out Precision Radiotherapy for Thousands of Men With Prostate Cancer
NHS England will roll out SABR radiotherapy for eligible men with prostate cancer, reducing treatment visits and side effects.
NICE Flags New Ovarian Cancer Treatment as England’s Latest NHS Advance
NICE recommends the first new NHS ovarian cancer treatment in over 20 years, marking a major advance in targeted cancer care.
NHS to Expand Precision Radiotherapy for Thousands of Men With Prostate Cancer
NHS England will roll out precision SABR radiotherapy for thousands of men with prostate cancer, reducing treatment time and side effects.
NICE Opens NHS Access to New Liver Preservation Machines for Transplant Patients
NICE has opened consultation on liver preservation machines that could improve NHS transplant access for patients in England.
Fit Note Overhaul Trial Aims to Ease GP Workload and Better Support Patients
UK launches a £3m fit note pilot to reduce GP workload and improve support for patients off work due to illness.
WHO Warns of Rising Nicotine Pouch Use Among Young People
WHO urges stricter regulation of nicotine pouches as experts warn the products are being marketed to young people.
Cardiologists Urge Routine Screening for Ultra-Processed Foods as Cardiovascular Risk Grows
Cardiologists urge routine screening for ultra-processed foods as part of cardiovascular prevention and patient counselling.
