Bowel screening uptake boosted
Researchers found that adding a deadline to bowel screening invitation letters boosted test returns, with the largest effect for a…
MPs to debate Rare Cancers Bill
On Friday, 14th March Members of Parliament will meet to debate the Rare Cancers Bill, a Private Members’ Bill presented…
Bosses urged to do more to support neurodiverse staff
New research published by workplace expert Acas, highlights the importance of training and proactive action to support neurodiverse staff. Neurodiversity…
Genes linked to smoking in pregnancy identified
Genes linked to smoking during pregnancy have been identified, with males more affected by maternal smoking than females. The health…
Current tobacco laws fall short in protecting children
Current tobacco laws fall short in protecting children: Gaps in Australian tobacco laws are allowing children to be targeted by…
New treatment option for psoriasis discovered
New treatment option for psoriasis discovered: Psoriasis is one of the most common chronic inflammatory skin diseases, affecting around 250,000…
Parental risks – a deep dive into child abuse
Parental risks, aggressive behaviour, and alcohol use: a deep dive into child abuse Child maltreatment has been the focus of…
Why women are less likely to receive CPR or survive cardiac arrest
Studies across the UK and the rest of the world reveal that there is continuing stigma and reticence concerning giving…
Heart attacks in Women
The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many people…
Alarming child obesity worldwide forecast for 2050
A third of children worldwide forecast to be obese or overweight by 2050: Obesity rates are set to skyrocket, with…