Re-think health data sharing, publication urges

NHS, government, universities and companies must do more to avoid misusing health data and damaging public trust in health research.

Growing link between air pollution and youth respiratory problems

A joint report has highlighted increasing evidence linking indoor air pollution and respiratory problems in children.

Staff shortages aiding missed bowel cancer diagnosis

1,100 people in England could be missing out on early stage bowel cancer diagnosis through screening each year because of staff shortages.

University of Liverpool

A new study has revealed the prevalence of work-related post-traumatic stress disorder among obstetricians and gynaecologists.

Third of UK doctors report burnout

A new survey has found that almost a third of UK doctors may be suffering from burnout, stress and ‘compassion fatigue’.

Two NHS services move to the cloud

The NHS e-RS and the NHS 111 Directory of Services have completed their migration to the cloud, making the services more secure and efficient.

Digital interventions could support regular health services

Health professionals should consider digital and mobile interventions as a supplement to regular services to support behaviour change.

Mental health care postcode lottery ‘is risking lives’

People with mental health problems are being forced to wait 112 days for treatment through the NHS’s talking therapies programme.

NIHR announces £58.7 million of research funding

The NIHR has announced a £58.7 million research investment to protect the public from health threats.

Stevens launches ‘for a greener NHS’ campaign

Simon Stevens has announced that the NHS and its staff will step up action to tackle the climate ‘health emergency’ this year.

Study exploring impact of exercise on teenage depression

Researchers have launched a new five year study aiming to find out whether exercise is an effective treatment for young people with depression.

Great Ormond Street Hospital rated as Good

The Care Quality Commission has rated Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) as Good overall.

Londoners deserve GP surgeries ‘fit for the 21st century’

London boroughs are calling for a transformation of the capital’s ageing GP and primary care premises.

Rapid response team roll-out for better home health

Rapid response teams will be on hand within two hours to help support older people to remain well at home and avoid hospital admissions.

Funding for more hospital Changing Places toilets

Over £500,000 has been given to 10 NHS trusts in England today to build new Changing Places toilets for severely disabled people.

£10m for NHS in Wales after worst ever figures

The NHS in Wales is to get an extra £10 million after the worst ever waiting times in accident and emergency.

Wolverhampton to offer virtual appointments by chatbot

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust and Babylon have signed a 10-year partnership to create the world's first integrated digital health system.

Poorest in England receive worse quality of NHS care

People living in the most deprived areas of England experience a worse quality of NHS care than people living in the least deprived areas.

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