Malaria Consortium calls for greater action and innovation to combat pneumonia
On this year’s World Pneumonia Day, Malaria Consortium is calling on the international community to increase its support for innovation as it tackles the world’s biggest infectious killer of children under the age of 5
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease: The priorities for medical research
Dr Carol Routledge, Director of Research at Alzheimer’s Research UK charts the priorities for medical research when it comes to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
Sugar intake in children – more than just a weight issue
Sugar intake, particularly in children, is a hot topic in the media these days. However, government data suggests that children are still far exceeding the maximum recommended sugar consumption every day
New operating procedure gives hope to early-stage lung cancer
An innovative new surgery could provide a breakthrough in treating early-stage lung cancer, based on a review of some of the first patients to receive the treatment.
Reducing the burden of neurological disease: A focus on stroke research
Open Access Government looks at the wider work of The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke in the U.S. when it comes to reducing the burden of neurological disease and how they are supporting stroke research
Active couch potatoes are at risk of chronic health issues
Employees are wrongly assuming that keeping active during leisure time will protect them from the danger of sitting for long periods when working in an office, a new study has found
Health experts argue complacency increases the risk of infectious disease
Health professionals say a combination of antimicrobial resistance and complacency among other reasons are increasing the risk of infectious diseases.
HSE release Talking Toolkit to help employers manage work-related stress
The Health and Safety Executive has launched 'Talking Toolkit', an online resource which gives advice to employers on how to reduce work-related stress.
Experts say radiotherapy is ‘undervalued’ and ‘needs greater investment’
A new report by the Marie Curie Legacy campaign suggests at least a quarter of cancer patients in Europe who need radiotherapy don't receive it.
Public sector workers more stressed than the private sector
Public sector workers are more likely to suffer from stress than those in the private sector according to a survey published on National Stress Awareness Day
NHS could be left short of 51,000 nurses by the end of Brexit
A new report commissioned by a coalition of 36 health and social care organisations, reveals the NHS could be short of 51,000 nurses – enough to staff 45 hospitals – by the end of the Brexit transition period
Diabetes UK urges patients to get vital flu jab this winter
Diabetes UK urges everyone with diabetes - including those who are pregnant - to take up the offer of a free a flu jab to avoid life-threatening diabetes complications winter illnesses can lead to
Public support using NHS cash boost to cut elective treatment waiting times
New polling has found that the majority of the public want the promised additional funding for the NHS to be used to help cut record high waiting lists for elective treatment
New research reveals the most stressful London borough to work in
According to a recent survey, 59% of workers, in London specifically, said that working in the capital is stressful and causes anxiety
What is the scale of ambition for the devolved healthcare system in Surrey?
Director of Transformation Sarah Parker and Executive Director of Public Health Helen Atkinson discuss a devolved healthcare system in Surrey.
London hospital pilots new mobile app for porters
Northwick Park Hospital is the first in the country to pilot a new 'Uber' style app in its A&E department for staff to hail a porter on their mobile phone
UK clinicians urged to prescribe acupuncture to help ease NHS pressures
Clinicians in across the UK are being urged by the British Acupuncture Council to consider referring their patients for acupuncture to treat a range of different conditions
New scheme for NHS staff to tackle AMR overseas launches
The government is inviting teams of NHS staff to apply for a grant of up to £75,000 to help tackle AMR overseas
Oxford University research finds that helping junior colleagues could help reduce anxiety
Research co-authored by Michael Gill, Associate Professor in Organisation Studies at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford has found that acting as a mentor to junior colleagues can help reduce anxiety
Halloween causes severe fear and confusion in dementia sufferers
Halloween is a fun time for many, dressing up, collecting as many sweets as possible and joining in on the community spirit. However, for dementia sufferers, Halloween can cause severe fear and confusion