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Health & Social Care News

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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Leveraging genomic data for effective pandemic preparedness and response

Decoding pathogens’ genetic material is fast becoming an invaluable tool to support pandemic preparedness and responses to global public health threats, Anona Bamford tells us more
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SARMs and CBD: When food regulation is hard to swallow

SARMs and CBD: Navigating Regulatory Gaps in UK's Food Industry - Unusual products blur the lines between food and medicine, prompting questions about effective regulation.

Involving patients and clinicians in healthcare’s AI revolution

AI has the potential to revolutionise healthcare by personalising treatment plans, improving clinical studies, and streamlining administrative tasks,.

Reforming and supporting Adult Social Care for the future

The UK government is investing £2.1 billion in digital solutions to modernise adult social care services and improve the user experience.

Father’s parental leave: A shield against alcohol-related health risks

Men who have taken parental leave experience a significantly decreased likelihood of being hospitalised as a result of alcohol consumption.
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Long colds: Effects of non-COVID respiratory infection

Study by Queen Mary University reveals that people may suffer from 'long colds,' following non-COVID respiratory infections.
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Net zero healthcare: What do patients want?

Dr Nazneen Rahman, Founder and CEO of YewMaker and Sustainable Medicines Partnership (SMP) Director, shares insights from a patient survey on reducing the carbon footprint of medicines.
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Baywater Healthcare: Setting up a virtual ward

In an era marked by technological leaps and a shift towards patient-centred care, a virtual ward has emerged as a pioneering solution that bridges the gap between traditional hospital setups and the convenience of remote healthcare.

Food insecurity amplifies severe hypoglycaemia risk in diabetic adults

A study for the Study of Diabetes reveals that adults with diabetes facing food insecurity are more to experience severe hypoglycaemia.
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Walking for health: Impact of living in walkable neighborhoods

Living in walkable neighbourhoods can significantly lower the risk of obesity-related cancers in women, says a new study from Columbia University.
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Research connects job loss to increased risk of miscarriage and stillbirth

A study published in Human Reproduction reveals a concerning association between job loss and a heightened risk of miscarriage and stillbirth.
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Agency staff expenditure within the NHS and beyond

Growing pressure on the NHS is leading to increased reliability on agency staff for support, but this is bringing its own challenges.
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UKHSA strikes new UK-based vaccine deal

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has secured a groundbreaking UK-based vaccine deal, strengthening the nation's readiness for potential influenzas pandemics.
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NHS England patients face up to 2.5-Year wait for MRI scans

Data reveals shockingly long waiting periods for diagnostic procedures, including ultrasounds, MRI scans and CT scans. But why is the wait for MRI scans and other tests increasing?
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Devastating impact of hypertension and its potential solutions

The World Health Organisation has released a report highlighting the alarming global impact of hypertension. What can clinicians and researchers do to control it?
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E-cigarettes link to smoking: A complex relationship

In a investigation led by Queen Mary University of London and generously funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), the relationship between E-cigarettes link to smoking is under scrutiny.
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Preventing cardiovascular disease: Salt reduction’s miraculous role

As party conferences kick off, the forthcoming 2024 General Election highlights the vital mission of preventing cardiovascular disease.
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The collapsing healthcare system in Sudan threatens children’s lives

Children are dying due to the failing healthcare system in Sudan, according to the World Health Organisation. What needs to change?
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New study reveals chemical exposures linked to women’s Cancer risk

A recent study unveils alarming findings about women's cancer risk, indicating significant connections between the disease and exposure to certain endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
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WHO’s global action plan aims to boost worldwide physical activity

WHO's Global Action Plan 2018-2030 calls for a comprehensive approach to increase physical activity worldwide to reduce inactivity by 15% by 2030, supported by the ACTIVE toolkit for policy implementation.

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