New study shines light on genetic risk factors for high alcohol intake
Researchers think they may have shed light on why some people need to drink more alcohol and think it may be down to your...
Fifth of GPs are foreign and work in poorest communities, research shows
New figures compiled by University of Manchester researchers have revealed that one fifth of practising GPs in England trained abroad and typically work in...
Decent pay rise vital to ensure the NHS is fighting fit post-pandemic, say unions
Health unions have written to new health secretary Sajid Javid stressing the crucial importance of pay in ensuring the NHS is ‘fighting fit’ to deal with its...
Football star opens new cardiac pacing suite providing enhanced heart care for patients
Heart care for patients is now being provided from an enhanced environment thanks to a new cardiac pacing suite opening at Stepping Hill Hospital.
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Health Secretary urged to bring back COVID funding for social care
UNISON and the Care Provider Alliance (CPA) have written jointly to Sajid Javid urging him to reinstate Covid funding for social care.
The letter to...
Former takeaway owner fined after allergy warning was ignored
A former Rochdake takeaway owner has been prosecuted over food safety offences after selling products containing milk to a customer who reported being allergic...
Strikes will cause major disruption over the next week, says top NHS doctor
Major disruption caused by industrial action over the next fortnight will have a serious impact on the NHS, with services expected to face the...
Evidence shows risks associated with energy drinks in children
Energy drinks are associated with an increased risk of mental health issues among children and young people, including anxiety, stress, depression, and suicidal thoughts,...
Lock down could stay in place until June says Government advisor
Britain must remain in full lockdown until June if it is to avoid the worst effects of the coronavirus, the government’s leading epidemiology adviser...
Parents of children with genetic conditions that cause learning disabilities are at risk of...
Parents of children with genetic conditions that cause learning disabilities are at risk of mental health problems, suggests new research published today in the British...