The latest health and social care news and a look at research and development into the treatment of common and rare diseases alike. We also look at the vital changes being made to help deliver effective healthcare through the digital transformation within the NHS.
A dangerous hospital superbug, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, can now digest medical plastic like sutures and implants, microbiologists reveal. This alarming ability allows the pathogen to survive longer and form tougher antibiotic-resistant biofilms, posing a significant new threat to patient safety in healthcare settings.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has initiated a collaborative effort to accelerate the digital transformation of healthcare systems across its European member states.
In today's demanding clinical landscape, integrating generative AI tools like ClinicalKey AI is essential for enhancing efficiency and improving patient care in primary care settings.
Cosmetic surgery isn’t necessarily the answer to stopping your skin ageing; understanding what lifestyle factors may be affecting the age of your skin could change everything.
Dr Nenad Miljković, President-elect of the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP), outlines the critical role of cold chain management in maintaining the efficacy and safety of vaccines.
Among the excitement of summer, it’s crucial to stay informed about how the season can affect our health, particularly when it comes to medications and medical devices.
Researchers from UCL and Moorfields Eye Hospital have identified potential markers in the blood that could change the treatment of glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide.
Patricia (Patsy) Beattie-Huggan, President and Principal Consultant of The Quaich Inc, focuses on bridging the gap between evidence and action through collaborative leadership. But where do we begin?
Dr Jane M Barratt, Global Advisor at the International Federation on Ageing (IFA), spoke to Lorna Rothery about healthy population ageing, the benefits this demographic shift can bring and the need for countries to work together to combat ageism and nurture age-friendly environments.
West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has surged nearly 100 places in just two years to claim the 7th spot in NHS England's league tables for Accident and Emergency (A&E) waiting times.
Despite migraine affecting a large proportion of the population, many people are reluctant to seek help for this often debilitating condition. To understand why and the challenges with diagnosis and treatment, Lorna Rothery spoke to esteemed assistant professor and headache specialist Dana Ionel.
Delia Cannings, Chair of the British Cleaning Council, discusses the importance of implementing and respecting robust cleaning protocols across different settings and why the UK Government must do more to make cleaning and hygiene a core part of the national agenda.
Wales is set to introduce a vaccination program aimed at protecting vulnerable populations from a common but potentially severe respiratory infection known as Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
Lorna Rothery spoke to Mark Ashton, Director of Transformational Programmes at NHS Shared Business Services, about how new technologies in the NHS are shaping healthcare delivery and the challenges that hinder their adoption.
Inhealthcare is working with one of the UK’s largest teaching hospital trusts to develop the next generation of virtual wards. Natalie Duffield, sales and marketing director, explains how the company is helping to improve patient experience and reduce pressure on NHS beds.
