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The BBC News and Independent News have recently reported that a grieving daughter, Chloe Hickman, 24, launched a petition urging the government to implement “Louise’s Law”, named after her late mother’s name Louise Hickman, which...
Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It most frequently occurs in the pelvis, including the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvic lining, but can also be found in less...
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has approved a new targeted treatment for women with advanced breast cancer for use on the NHS. The new tablet capivasertib is to be used alongside fulverstrant and will be available for the...
In 2021, the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) published a report which looked into repeated mistakes in how X-rays, CT scans and other types of medical scans were being read and used to treat patients. The rationale from the report...
In a significant shift towards empowering patients and their families within the NHS, the introduction of Martha's Rule has been hailed as a transformative step in ensuring patient safety and care quality. Named in memory of Martha Mills, whose tragic...
It has recently been reported in the press that the deaths of at least 56 babies, and two mothers, may have been prevented at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust maternity units over the past five years. Despite the maternity units at Leeds Teaching...
MPs have now voted in favour of proposals to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The bill will face more debate and scrutiny by MPs and peers, who could choose to amend it before it becomes law. It is anticipated that a change in the law is...
The Health Secretary has recently announced plans to publish public league tables that will rank NHS Trusts. The aim is to create more consistency in the quality of across different Trusts, with a focus on improving patient care and outcomes. How will NHS...
Lung cancer is responsible for around 35,000 deaths a year in the UK. The NHS Targeted Lung Health Check Programme aims to diagnose lung cancer earlier in people. Individuals are sent an invitation letter or phone call to participate if they...
Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and is the world’s leading cause of cancer death. There are no signs or symptoms in early stage lung cancer, but some common symptoms that do develop can include: Persistent...
