UKHSA launches call for evidence to tackle rising TB cases
By Liz Wells 02 April 2025
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has launched a call for evidence to help shape the next five-year Tuberculosis (TB) National Action Plan for England, which will run from 2026 to 2031, as infe...
Big Tobacco 'must pay' to cut smoking rates, say MPs
By Liz Wells 02 April 2025
Big Tobacco should be forced to fund initiatives that reduce smoking rates and reduce the gap in healthy life expectancy between the richest and poorest, a new report says.
Wales approves food placement restrictions to combat obesity
By Lee Peart 27 March 2025
New rules on how and where foods high in fat, salt and sugar can be promoted and displayed in large shops and online have been passed by the Welsh Parliament.
Charity praises trust for diabetes care
By Lee Peart 19 March 2025
A national charity has praised colleagues at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust involved in a national initiative focused on improving diabetes care.
Scottish government unveils £6m funding for health projects
By Liz Wells 14 March 2025
The Scottish government is to invest more than £6m as part of the Accelerated National Innovations Adoption (ANIA) programme to help people with type 2 diabetes, stroke patients and babies born wit...
Welsh schools helping to boost children's vegetable intake
By Liz Wells 14 March 2025
Almost 500 schools are taking part in the ‘Eat Them to Defeat Them’ campaign, which makes eating vegetables fun and encourages children to explore new foods, helping more than 100,000 children eat ...
First daily pill for endometriosis approved for NHS use
By Liz Wells 13 March 2025
NICE has recommended the first long-term daily pill to treat endometriosis that could transform how the painful condition is managed.
Trust celebrates ranking second for ovarian cancer survival rates
By Lee Peart 12 March 2025
Somerset has ranked second in England for ovarian cancer survival rates, according to an NHS England report.
Capital investment needed for shift to community care, research finds
By Lee Peart 11 March 2025
Capital investment in buildings, facilities and equipment is required to achieve a shift to community care, research has found.
Study reveals how racism impacts health
By Lee Peart 11 March 2025
A study by The Health Foundation and Runnymede Trust has revealed how racism impacts health outcomes.
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