Marking an unprecedented case in medical history, a live "string-like" roundworm is discovered within a woman's frontal lobe during brain surgery.
The UK government has doubled its spending on the suicide prevention fund for charities ahead of the launch of the new national suicide prevention strategy.
Dr Nicola Byrne, National Data Guardian, emphasised transparent communication and trust-building in the NHS Federated Data Platform, urging public engagement to prevent setbacks and ensure progress.
The UK achieved its first successful womb transplant, paving the way for infertile women to have children. A sister's womb donation fuels groundbreaking possibilities in reproductive medicine.
The results of two recent studies suggest that maternal emotional empathy can protect parents of demanding children from experiencing emotional burnout.
The results of a National Poll on Children's Health in Michigan have revealed parents' deep concerns about how the Internet impacts their children's lives.
A new report provides valuable insights into how NHS Hospitals are using an AI platform for stroke imaging and monitoring for stroke care and treatment.
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An annual survey has revealed that past-year use of marijuana, hallucinogens and binge drinking by adults aged 35 to 50 reached an all-time high in 2022.
More than 40 per cent of pharmaceutical products have been made from herbal plants, with health professionals declaring cost-effectiveness as one of the major benefits of using herbal medicines.
A recent study discusses and delves into the contributions of lifestyle factors to depression and anxiety among shift workers.
A breakthrough brain mapping project involving patients diagnosed with different types of mental illness has revealed a startling diversity in brain changes.
As many as 21 people, including an Indian, have been put on trial in Uzbekistan for the deaths.
The UK pledges £210 million for the global AMR fight at G20, with the investment aimed to be used to upgrade labs, train workforce, and improve genome sequencing.
In the largest scientific study ever conducted, Oxford researchers have found no evidence that points to Facebook being linked to worldwide psychological harm.
As part of the urgent care recovery plan, the UK allocates £250 million to NHS hospitals, creating 900 beds for faster treatment and cutting waiting lists.
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally approved UnitedHealth's £1.2 billion takeover of EMIS, citing no competition concerns, fostering collaborative healthcare technology advancements.
Cigarette butts are one of the largest contributors to plastic pollution in the UK, with the number of cigarette butts being found in rivers exceeding the amount of plastic litter.
The realm of wearable technology offers vast potential for enhancing our lifestyles; however, a consortium of global researchers highlights that this swiftly evolving domain also ushers in substantial hurdles.
Research from the University of British Columbia suggests that exercise apps can reduce depressive symptoms and combat mental illness in healthcare workers.
New artificial intelligence technology aims to improve early suicide risk prediction and intervention for at-risk youth.
Maternal mental health begins with first medication for postnatal depression treatment, with postnatal depression affecting approximately one in seven new mothers.
NHS staff continue to strike in the UK, while thousands leave for better working conditions in Australia.
Ahead of Britain hosting the first AI Safety Summit this year, healthcare is set to be modernised with £13 million in funding handed to research projects.
The World Health Organisation has added over 500 lifesaving essential medicines to its essential list including the first approvals for multiple sclerosis.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday declared a new Covid strain called Eris as a variant of interest.
New research from Mind has revealed the detrimental impact that soaring mortgage costs are having on people's mental health, as well as their finances.
Competition Appeal Tribunal upholds CMA's verdict against Advanz Pharma for exorbitant pricing of liothyronine tablets, imposing £84M fine, marking a pivotal victory against pharmaceutical exploitation.
A medical expert based in Indianapolis delves into the intriguing relationship between chronic pain, depression and anxiety.
Research highlights the intriguing connection between biodiversity and mental health hospital admissions, urging a fresh perspective on the importance of biodiversity conservation.