Government clinical trial ambitions at risk
The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is calling for urgent action to safeguard clinical academic careers, warning that government ambitions to expand patient access to...
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.
“Outdated and unfair” NHS policy on second stem cell transplants
A second stem cell transplant can offer patients with blood cancer another chance at survival if their disease returns after a first transplant. However, under...
Extreme heat in the UK – need for human-centred policies
The UK has already faced five heatwaves in 2026, with a potential sixth hitting this September. The Physiological Society has released a new report recommending...
Positive response to PM Andy Burnham’s pledges on social care
Positive response from CEOs of dementia charities following PM's pledges on social care reforms. Hilary Evans-Newton CBE, Chief Executive of Alzheimer's Research UK, said: "It's...
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...
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...
