Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer in Women
Share on Pinterest Ultra-processed foods may contribute to the risk of early-onset colorectal cancer in women, study warns. A new study reports that there is an association between ultra-processed foods and the risk of developing polyps that could progress into colorectal cancer in women under the age of 50. Experts say these findings back up
Ultra-Processed Foods May Be Linked to Early Onset Colorectal Cancer In Women
Share on Pinterest Ultra-processed foods may contribute to the risk of early-onset colorectal cancer in women, study warns. A new study reports that there is an association between ultra-processed foods and the risk of developing polyps that could progress into colorectal cancer in women under the age of 50. Experts say these findings back up
NHS urges patients to seek care during junior doctors’ strikes
The NHS is urging patients to continue coming forward for care with thousands of resident doctors expected to go on strike. Industrial action begins at 7am today (Friday 14 November) until 7am on Wednesday 19 November and hospital teams across the country are working round the clock to ensure disruption is minimised for patients. Plans
NHS waiting list falls as service faces winter pressure
The NHS waiting list is 230,000 lower than July last year, even as the health service ‘approaches its limit’ with A&E and ambulances facing record demand ahead of winter. The overall waiting list for September was 7.39 million (an estimated 6.24 million patients) down 15,845 compared to the previous month and 230,000 fewer than July
TrumpRx to Cut GLP‑1 Prices, Experts Say Limited Impact
Share on Pinterest The TrumpRx prescription drug savings program is expected to be available by early 2026. Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have agreed to sell their weight-loss drugs, Wegovy and Zepbound, through the new TrumpRx program. The portal site is expected to launch in early 2026 and will provide consumers the ability to buy
Hundreds More Blood Cancer Patients to Get Glofitamab on NHS
Hundreds more people with an aggressive form of blood cancer can now be offered hope of a cure and “a new lease of life” from today thanks to an NHS drug rollout. Glofitamab (Columvi®) will now be offered to around 300 people a year with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) — a
FDA to Remove Black Box Warnings on Hormone Replacement Therapy
Share on Pinterest The FDA will remove black box warning labels on HRT products, which the agency states has sown confusion around hormone therapy for menopause. Lupe Rodriguez/Stocksy The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the removal of black box warnings on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) treatments for menopause. The federal agency has requested that
No Link Between Tylenol Use During Pregnancy and Autism, Review Finds
Share on Pinterest Acetaminophen is the safest option for pain relief and lowering fever during pregnancy. Anfisa&friends/Stocksy A new research review disputes claims made by the Trump administration that Tylenol use during pregnancy can increase the risk of autism and ADHD in children. The researchers claim that recent studies cited by the White House are
Coffee May Help Protect Against AFib, Challenging Advice to Avoid It
Share on Pinterest A new clinical trial found that coffee drinkers with AFib had a significantly lower risk of recurrence. Boy_Anupong/Getty Images A new clinical trial challenges the long-held medical advice that coffee triggers a common type of heart arrhythmia. Results of a new trial found that adults with atrial fibrillation (AFib) who drank coffee
NHS Encourages Early Flu Vaccination Before Winter
The NHS has issued a ‘flu jab SOS’, with England’s top nurse warning people to get protected now, with only weeks to go before the worst of the flu season typically bites. Eligible adults are being urged to come forward now, so they are fully protected ahead of the usual flu season peak in the