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King's College epidemiologist warns of made-in-China supplements

Spector labelled these nutraceutical companies as future food giants who will rule the market and they are spending astronomical amounts for this purpose.

Study confirms sleeping is more important to your cognitive abilities than you think

The first physiological evidence from inside the human brain confirming the prevailing scientific view on how the brain consolidates memory during sleep has been discovered in a new study.

Junior doctors to strike again in June after demands after calls for a pay rise are ignored

UK junior doctors plan to strike in June over pay concerns, highlighting the need for government action to address their demands for fair compensation.

Decision from the Metropolitan Police to stop responding to mental health emergencies called "disturbing"

From September this year, MPS officers will only attend 999 mental health emergency calls where there is an immediate threat to life.

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Director-General of the WHO Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus attends an ACANU briefing in Geneva

WHO Economics Council suggests value based economic policy instead of GDP

The report titled "Health For All: Transforming Economies To Deliver What Matters" is the first time such a report highlighting healthcare ideas and initiatives for governments and the private sector has been made available.

Covid lab leak theory should not be ruled out, says top Chinese scientist

Several theories have come up about the origin of Covid-19. Some of them claim that it leaked from China's Wuhan Institute of Virology.

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British scientists develop AI model that can predict secondary breast cancer

Around 25 per cent of 100 women in England will survive their cancer for 5 years or more after they are diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

How does the rise of cosmetic procedures through social media impact body image?

Social media can already have a negative impact on body image, but the rise of cosmetic surgeries on the internet poses the risk of warping beauty perceptions.

Can depression be treated by making brain signals travel the wrong way?

A recent study led by Stanford Medicine has revealed that magnetically stimulating the flow of abnormal brain signals can be used to treat severe depression.

New rehabilitative scheme intends to keep women from crime in the UK

The Ministry of Justice has invested £15 million into organisations that tackle drug abuse and rehabilitation for women in the UK. The scheme will also reduce the £18 billion overall cost of reoffending for the taxpayer.

WHO announces soprano singers as Goodwill Ambassadors for art therapy in healthcare

WHO appointed two artists as Goodwill Ambassadors as part of its 75th anniversary. The new Goodwill Ambassadors were named along the sidelines of the ongoing 76th World Health Assembly held in Geneva, Switzerland.

Five leading hospitals in Britain to be rebuilt through the New Hospital Programme worth £20 billion

The hospitals with infrastructures containing deteriorated concrete are set to be refurbished and upgraded by the end of the decade.

Research provides new evidence in the link between marijuana usage and mental health risks

The results of an American study have provided new evidence that heavy usage of cannabis can lead to mental illness and psychotic disorders.

Over 50% of British organisations struggle with growth strategy

British professional services organisations face the challenge of developing a growth strategy as 53 per cent lack a defined plan, according to a study by Deltek.

Study reveals single parents are more likely to experience anxiety

According to a recent study carried out by the Mental Health Foundation, single parents are more likely to feel anxious and pressured.

Keir Starmer outlines Labour's vision to 'create an NHS fit for the future'

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has explained that Labour's NHS mission is a health mission for Britain.

NHS nurses and other medical workers strike over pay, in London

Wes Streeting criticizes NHS, 'if the NHS doesn't reform, it will die'

There is a need for sustainable funding and the impact of high immigration rates on the healthcare system.

Over 35,000 cases of sexual misconduct or violence reported in the NHS

The alarming statistics have triggered a wider discussion among healthcare professionals and policymakers.

The new pandemic? Mental health issues driving the rise in persistent absences from school

Despite the World Health Organisation declaring the pandemic over, its effects are still felt today, with a death toll totalling over 226,000 in Britain alone.

London Mayor underlines environmental action plan through book on personal struggle with air pollution

Mayor Sadiq Khan's book, "Breathe: Tackling the Climate Emergency", chronicles his long battle against the air quality of London which caused some health issues like asthma and a possible heart attack.

WHO starts global pathogen surveillance network to tackle future pandemics

On May 20, the World Health Organization launched a special network to track disease-causing microbes like viruses, bacteria, etc, collectively known as pathogens in the medical world.

Group of researches join forces to defeat a lethal brain tumour in children

Diffuse midline glioma (DMG) is one of the most lethal childhood brain cancers with a nearly 100 per cent rate of mortality within five years of diagnosis.

Autopsy reveals that Fulton County Jail severely neglected inmate who was 'eaten alive' by bed bugs

Independent autopsy rules Lashawn Thompson's death a homicide. The 35-year-old was severely neglected by the Fulton County Jail, which featured on the A&E show '60 Days In'.

China pledges to international health cooperation

The first day of the 76th edition of the World Health Assembly has already caused a storm as China pledged to international health cooperation.

Social mobility charity outlines checklist to help organisations improve inclusiveness for young people

The Talent Tap highlight ways organisations can help young people bring their voices to the table through a four-point Social Mobility Checklist.

New AI is able to identify early biomarkers of Parkinson's disease with 90% accuracy

CRANK-MS stands for Classification and Ranking Analysis using Neural network generates Knowledge from Mass Spectrometry.

It's lonely at the top, as CEOs increasingly face a mental health crisis

WHO states that 970 million people worldwide are living with a mental health disorder, with further research finding nearly 50 per cent of CEOs are suffering from mental health issues.

The subtle warning signs of pancreatic cancer, the 'silent killer'

With the recent passing of legendary bassist, Andy Rourke, we take a look at the underlying symptoms of pancreatic cancer, aptly dubbed "the silent killer".

WHO asks policymakers to ensure 'patient safety' over ChatGPT issue

The World Health Organization has called for a cautious approach towards AI, underlining that "AI-generated Large Language Model Tools or LLMs" needs to be used cautiously "to protect public health".

Online trolls that encourage self-harm will face up to 5 years in prison

Due to a revision of online safety laws, the Ministry of Justice has implemented prison sentences for online trolls that encourage serious self-harming.

International Donor Conception Awareness Day: Removing the stigma

IDCA Day aims to address these issues by providing a platform for families to share their stories and experiences using donor conception to start a family.

China's healthcare field displays its newest advancements at latest CMEF in Shanghai

The current China International Medical Equipment Fair taking place in Shanghai has provided insight into how China will evolve its medical sector.

WHO releases new guidelines advising against use of non-sugar sweeteners

Some studies have shown that non-sugar sweeteners may actually lead to weight gain.

New urine test as cancer diagnostic tool developed at MIT

The test requires just a urine sample, making it an affordable and non-invasive screening option. The technology behind the test uses a new type of nanoparticle with a protein-coating tagged with DNA sequences.

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