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Peter Baffoe – UNICEF
Peter Baffoe is a physician and public health practitioner with 22 years of extensive experience in clinical practice and public health, particularly in Maternal,...
Pregnant mums can now self-refer online for faster NHS midwife appointments
Expectant mothers in England can now bypass GP visits by completing a simple online form on NHS.uk to self-refer directly to local maternity services, ensuring timely and personalised care.
Violence against nurses hit a record high amid A&E chaos, says RCN
The Royal College of Nursing highlights a sharp rise in physical attacks on A&E staff from 2,093 incidents in 2019 to 4,054 in 2024 and urges the government to make urgent changes.
University of Manchester experts lead national project to combat NHS fraud
The University of Manchester is partnering in a nationwide project to help the NHS tackle fraud, using expert research and collaboration to strengthen safeguards, protect resources, and support the delivery of vital healthcare services.
Graduate Guarantee: New jobs for newly qualified nurses & midwives in England
The UK government announces the Graduate Guarantee, unlocking thousands of new NHS jobs for newly qualified nurses and midwives, ensuring a seamless transition from training to employment.
A new standard for clinical documentation
T-Pro Copilot: The AI-Powered, Clinician-Led Future of Clinical Documentation. Jade Roseingrave, Head of Marketing at T-Pro shares a new standard for healthcare documentation.
The EU invites public input on EU4Health Programme 2026
The European Commission is calling on stakeholders across Europe to give their perspectives and priorities for the EU4Health Work Programme 2026.
Socioeconomic disadvantage linked to lasting impact on child mental health impact
New research reveals that children growing up in socioeconomic hardship are significantly more likely to suffer persistent mental health challenges.
CAF Version 4.0 has been released to improve the UK’s infrastructure cyber defence
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has launched Version 4.0 of its Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), which is an important step forward in protecting the UK’s national infrastructure (CN) against the cyber threat landscape.
Gates Foundation announces $2.5 billion investment in women’s health research
The Gates Foundation is investing $2.5 billion by 2030 to accelerate research and development in women’s health.
Lupus symptoms ease with age as scientists uncover the surprising reason why
Scientists have found that lupus symptoms improve with age as immune system genes become less active, offering new insight into age-related treatment strategies.
Protecting the environment and human health from persistent, mobile, and toxic substances
PMT substances pose a worrying impact to human health and the environment. This article highlights why it’s crucial to recognize the need for integrated prevention and remediation strategies to effectively combat the challenges these pollutants present.
NHS protects thousands of appointments during resident doctors’ strike in 2025
During the 2025 resident doctors’ strike, the NHS successfully maintained thousands of patient appointments by implementing strategic planning and empowering local healthcare teams to manage resources effectively.
FDA clears first blood test for Alzheimer’s diagnosis
FDA clearance of the first Alzheimer's blood test marks a significant step toward earlier, more straightforward diagnosis—potentially improving care for adults with memory concerns.
EU4Health will launch €3.5 million tender for SoHO regulation implementation
The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has released a Prior Information Notice (PIN) under the EU4Health programme, announcing an upcoming call for tenders to support the implementation of Regulation (EU) 2024/1938 on Substances of Human Origin (SoHO).
The burden of TB amid the climate crisis
Extreme weather events, the increasing threat of antimicrobial resistance, and other global challenges are impacting the prevalence and fight against tuberculosis. Open Access Government examines the burden of TB, looking at the origins and drivers of this ubiquitous disease
NHS Digital Future: Initiative to drive critical hardware overhaul unveiled
NHS Shared Business Services discusses NHS Digital Future, an initiative aimed at driving a critical hardware overhaul.
BMA survey highlights growing doctor unemployment crisis and GP job shortages
A new BMA survey shows that 56% of GPs want more NHS work but can’t find it, 15% report no available GP roles, and 70% of resident doctors in Scotland fear joblessness from August 2025.
NHS launches landmark review to address LGBT+ health inequalities
NHS England launches its first national review to address LGBT+ health inequalities, focusing on care access, mental health, screening, and patient experience.
Three in five liver cancer cases are preventable, says global report
The Lancet Commission finds that over three in five liver cancer cases are due to modifiable risks like hepatitis, alcohol, and obesity, highlighting urgent prevention needs.
