Healthy life expectancy in decline
New ONS data shows decline healthy life expectancy across the UK. The latest data published today by the Office for National Statistics shows that healthy...
Welfare & Policy
The Welfare & Policy category explores the systems, strategies and decisions that shape health, social care and wellbeing at a population level. It examines current policy developments, funding frameworks, welfare reform and their impact on individuals and communities. From analysis of legislative change to discussion of equity and access, this category offers informed perspectives on how policy influences health outcomes and social support across society.
Starvation major cause for A&E admissions
Starvation tops A&E growth list as emergency cases triple in England since 2018, while self-harm cases drop by up to 49% • Lack of food...
Urgent EU Action to Safeguard Access to Medicines
Polpharma Group Supports Urgent EU Action to Safeguard Access to Medicines and Strengthen European Pharmaceutical Sovereignty As a member of Medicines for Europe, Polpharma Group...
RSPH responds to ban on single-use vapes
RSPH responds to ban on single-use vapes by the UK Government: In response, Matthew Bazeley-Bell, Deputy Chief Executive, Royal Society for Public Health, commented: "Vapes...
The Hidden Toll of Caregiving on Joint Health and Well-being
Behind the Burden: Rheumatologist Highlights the Hidden Toll of Caregiving on Joint Health and Well-being New survey insights reveal the far-reaching impact caregiving can have...
Tobacco and Vapes Bill
Tobacco and Vapes Bill: CIEH welcomes progress of historic legislation which could protect future generations from the harms of smoking. The Chartered Institute of Environmental...
NHS England reform must prioritise dentistry
NHS England reform must prioritise dentistry: Comment from Dr Nigel Carter, Chief Executive of the Oral Health Foundation The Prime Minister's decision to abolish NHS...
STEM pathways for Indigenous students
Return to Country Program pioneers new approach to unlocking STEM pathways for Indigenous students. The University of Melbourne Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT)...
The widening the gap between the “haves and have-nots”
Fears that rising debt levels in UK are widening the gap between the "haves and have-nots". The richest 10% of the global population now own more...
WHO: Climate change is an urgent threat to pregnant women and children
Climate change is an urgent threat to pregnant women and children: Pregnant women, babies and children face extreme health risks from climate catastrophes that warrant...
