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Rapid saliva and gut sensor-based tests for endometriosis will be available on the NHS in England and Wales, potentially reducing long diagnostic delays for millions of women. The condition affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like severe pain during periods, bowel movements, and sexual activity.

Senior doctors in England's NHS have voted to strike, granting them a mandate for strike action over the next 12 months.

The NHS will rate English trusts on tackling violence, racism, and sexual misconduct towards staff using published league tables starting in July. Over 1.5 million staff across acute, ambulance, and mental health trusts in England will be affected by the six-measure wellbeing rankings.

The Alzheimer's Society boss criticizes the NHS for treating dementia patients as second-class citizens and sending families home with only a leaflet. The article highlights concerns about inadequate support for dementia patients and their families.

The NHS is introducing an app that uses AI to assess whether patients need to book a GP appointment. The tool aims to streamline healthcare access by advising users on the necessity of in-person consultations.

The NHS is launching a scheme that rewards individuals with vouchers for completing daily 20-minute walks.

Charcoal tablets are endorsed by the NHS as a remedy for wind and bloating, though their actual effectiveness remains questioned. The article explores whether this treatment truly works.

Palantir, a US data surveillance firm linked to Israeli military actions in Gaza, has secured over £670m in UK government contracts since 2020, including deals with the NHS and Ministry of Defence. The firm faces ethical and security concerns due to its alleged role in supporting Israel’s targeting of civilians and its controversial corporate rhetoric.

A top official recused herself from a decision on the NHS Palantir contract due to prior business links. MPs raised concerns over Samantha Jones's previous consulting work.

Bryony Gordon discusses the NHS's drive for natural births and being canceled by her NCT instructor for speaking out, arguing women deserve better.

The US-UK trade deal may lead to over 200,000 excess deaths as the NHS diverts funds to pay for new medicines, according to analysis. Ministers defend the deal for aiding drug exports and patient access, while critics accuse the Labour party of yielding to Donald Trump's pressure.

A research study suggests that a US-UK trade deal requiring the UK to purchase more medicines from the US may divert funds from other areas of the NHS, potentially leading to an additional 229,000 deaths. The analysis links the trade agreement's provisions to reduced healthcare resources in the UK.

Experts claim that Starmer's proposed US trade deal could cost the NHS £45 billion and result in 229,000 deaths.

Analysis suggests the UK-US trade deal could force the NHS to divert £45bn from essential services to cover new medicines, resulting in over 200,000 avoidable deaths in England. The deal, agreed in December, aims to help British drug exports avoid US tariffs and provide access to life-extending drugs.

Women with PMOS in the UK should undergo yearly NHS checks, according to a health watchdog. Experts note that PMOS remains under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed despite affecting millions of women.

A health watchdog recommends that women with PMOS should undergo yearly NHS checks. Experts highlight that PMOS is under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, despite affecting millions of women in the UK.

The NHS recommends that women with irregular periods be checked for polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), which is underdiagnosed and inconsistently managed according to NICE. The World Health Organization estimates PMOS affects up to 13% of reproductive-age women.

Baroness Valerie Amos, as review chair, recommends changes to overhaul the NHS maternity care system. The focus is on establishing a 'set of standards' for care improvements.

Emily Barley, founder of Maternity Safety Alliance, criticizes the proposed national maternity commissioner in England as 'fundamentally dangerous,' citing systemic issues in maternity care following her daughter's death at Barnsley hospital. She advocates for urgent reforms, including improved maternity triage services, independent investigations for families, and addressing racism in NHS maternity systems.

An independent inquiry into England's maternity services found 'unacceptable racism and discrimination' affecting patient safety, leading to calls for an overhaul of the NHS maternity system.

England will appoint a powerful maternity commissioner to address urgent reforms in childbirth and neonatal care following a review that found 'shocking' failings. The move aims to improve transparency, staffing in maternity triage services, and address systemic racism and discrimination in the NHS system.

An NHS doctor died in Switzerland during a cycling holiday with colleagues after falling at speed from her bike. The incident occurred while she was on a cycling trip.

A pregnancy sickness drug is not consistently available on the NHS, and BBC journalist Linzi Kinghorn is investigating the reasons behind this lack of accessibility.

Women in England face a rising risk of serious birth injuries, with 31.1 in every 1,000 experiencing severe tears or haemorrhage in early 2023, the highest rate since 2020. The trend has been labeled a 'national crisis' by NHS data.

Prime Minister Starmer is focusing on domestic policies to avoid an increase in NHS waiting lists as he seeks to secure his legacy before Burnham's rise.

Doctors are pledging to fight against the NHS stance on anti-Semitism and pro-Palestinian badges, sparking fury. The controversy centers on the NHS's position regarding these badges and its implications for anti-Semitic policies.

The British Medical Association (BMA) rejected the use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism in the NHS, allowing doctors to criticize Israel's actions in Palestine without fear of disciplinary action. The BMA cited concerns about the definition suppressing legitimate political speech and the right to challenge human rights violations, particularly in the context of the Middle East conflict's impact on healthcare workers and facilities.

The British Medical Association (BMA) voted to reject the use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism within the NHS, citing concerns it suppresses legitimate criticism of Israel's actions in Palestine. Doctors reported facing investigations for publicly condemning Israel's policies, prompting the BMA to advocate for protections against disciplinary actions tied to political speech.

Medical records of a three-year-old crocodile attack victim were accessed by up to 40 NHS staff members, prompting a hospital investigation. The incident highlights unauthorized access to sensitive patient data.

A UK report has revealed the 'biggest childbirth scandal' in NHS history, focusing on the Nottingham maternity care scandal. The article also briefly mentions other topics like a potential European heatwave and Taylor Swift's upcoming wedding.

NHS bosses ignored women's warnings at a toxic hospital trust, resulting in 500 mothers and babies dying or being harmed in Britain's worst maternity scandal.

Britain's heatwave could lead to elderly patients dying of thirst on NHS wards, as warned by Louise Casey. The issue highlights potential neglect during extreme weather conditions.

The Ockenden report, the largest maternity inquiry in NHS history, is being published today. It reveals widespread failings in Nottingham hospitals, including racism towards mothers, and investigates stillbirths, neonatal and maternal deaths, and injuries.

The article discusses life-saving medical tests and scans not provided by the NHS, with Professor Rob Galloway offering guidance on accessing them, including costs, recommended starting ages, and which tests are not worth the investment.

The drug teplizumab, which delays the onset of type 1 diabetes for up to three years, has been approved for NHS use in England and Wales. It marks the first treatment of its kind and is described as a major breakthrough in diabetes care.

Keir Starmer is to step down as prime minister after two years in office. His time in office saw political challenges, including controversy over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador due to Mandelson's connection with Jeffrey Epstein.

Keir Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party after two years in office, reflecting on achievements including economic growth, reduced NHS waiting times, and increased defense spending. He emphasized reforms to address antisemitism and rebuild the party's reputation.

A report on the Nottingham NHS maternity scandal reveals 'horrendous' failings in care, including racism toward mothers, uncovered by the Ockenden inquiry. The inquiry found a 'catalogue of appalling behaviour' at Queen's Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital over many years.

More than 250 children of primary school age are waiting for care at NHS gender clinics, with the youngest patients aged six or under. The NHS is managing the care of these children, though the article does not specify further details about the clinics or treatment processes.

Jeremy Clarkson received state-of-the-art prostate cancer therapy, the same treatment as David Cameron, who is in remission. A charity is advocating for this therapy to be made available across the NHS.