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Within, Open Access Government’s Health and Social Care news section, we offer a variety of diverse material. With a focus on the most noteworthy stories in the sector from around the world.

Providing information on the most popular and interesting topics such as the NHS digital transformation and its ongoing developments along with the latest research on diabetes, rare diseases and potential cures. This section also offers articles on the funding to healthcare services and has a strong focus on mental health issues/research and much more.

This category also offers information on how environmental changes are affecting peoples health today along with how the LGBT community deals with health stigma surrounding it.

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Why more needs to be done to prevent mesothelioma

Decades after the ban on asbestos, we still struggle with the impact of mesothelioma – is it possible to eliminate this devastating cancer? We put the question to UK charity Asthma + Lung UK.
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024: Destigmatising neurodivergence in the UK

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 runs from 18-24 March 2024; this week is organised to raise awareness of neurodiversity.
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Have you ever wondered why you crave a snack after a big meal?

Do you ever find yourself wanting snacks after a full meal? According to UCLA psychologists, this might not  indicate an overactive appetite but overactive food-seeking neurons in the brain.
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Breaking down the key components of effective post-stroke care

Lorna Rothery spoke to stroke researcher and ESO Fellow Rajiv Advani about the wider psychological impacts of stroke, how AI could be harnessed to improve post-stroke care for patients, and the importance of increasing symptom awareness.
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Hidden dangers in cannabis vape liquids

Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking. However, there are many potential risks associated with cannabis vape liquids .
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Potential infertility treatment: Skin cells transformed into viable eggs

A new technique by researchers at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) could change the infertility treatment .
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Why giving blood is one of the best things you can ever do?

Ever thought about giving blood? Around 2.5 million litres of blood are transfused annually in the UK, but do we know about giving blood? Is it safe? What happens when you donate? Are there any risks? Here is all the information you need

Digitalising hospital operations with a net zero provider

Peter Williams, CEO of SMS Tech (Smart Manufacturing Solutions Technology), describes a net zero service provider allowing the digitalisation of any hospital operations, removing paper with quantified emission reduction, whilst improving analytics, CQC compliance and performance.
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The World Health Organization’s plan to tackle global obesity

A recent study published in The Lancet has revealed statistics regarding obesity, revealing that more than 1 billion individuals worldwide were struggling with obesity...

UK gender gap in health: How can remote monitoring create fair female healthcare?

Natalie Duffield explains how Inhealthcare – a UK leader in digital health and remote monitoring – is helping NHS organisations to develop and deliver technologies that can help close the gender gap in health outcomes and provide fair access to women’s clinical services.
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Five rare diseases you never knew existed

Learn about these five rare diseases to support governments, scientists and healthcare professionals to find treatments.
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NHS set to introduce Martha’s Rule in April

The Nation Health Service (NHS) has announced the nationwide "Martha's Rule" rollout in hospitals across England from April.
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Surge in flu patients causes strain on the NHS

The latest data released by health authorities emphasises the mounting pressure on the National Health Service (NHS), with hospitals nationwide flooded with three times more flu patients than last year.
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Salt substitute reduces hypertension risk in elderly adults

Researchers reveal that replacing regular salt with a salt substitute can significantly reduce the risk of hypertension in older adults without increasing the risk of low blood pressure episodes.
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Heart regeneration: Uncovering the heart’s hidden healing potential

Looking into the microenvironment of heart regeneration instead of a specific cell type may answer those affected by heart disease worldwide.
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Budgeting for better care: Local authorities and technology-enabled care solutions

Richard Keyse, CEO and Founder of 2iC-Care, outlines an action plan for local authorities to control care spending and optimise technology-enabled care.
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Navigating the storm: Addressing the healthcare workforce crisis in the UK

The UK’s healthcare sector is currently at a crossroads, grappling with a workforce crisis that is not only impacting the delivery of healthcare services but is also posing a significant threat to patient care.
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Prioritising osteoarthritis and improving patient care

Tracey Loftis, Head of Policy, Public Affairs and Engagement at Versus Arthritis, tells us about the prevalence and mental and physical impact of osteoarthritis and the measures needed to improve the provision of care.
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Is there a link between air pollution and cardiovascular deaths?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that air pollution is significantly linked to mortality from cardiovascular diseases, with low-income countries taking the burden of its impact.
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Transforming healthcare with innovative strategies

Collaborative solutions for a growing crisis are discussed here in this transforming healthcare focus by PHL Synaptik.

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