Tag: NHS
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NHS Stroke Staffing Crisis: Thousands at Risk of Severe Disability or Death
UK’s Stroke Crisis: A System Under Strain Health leaders and senior doctors warn that a chronic shortage of stroke consultants across the National Health Service (NHS) is delaying critical care for thousands of patients. With every hour counting after a stroke, delays in assessment and treatment can result in worse outcomes, leaving many people with…
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Amitriptyline for pain and migraine: NHS safety alert
What the NHS alert means for you The NHS has issued an important safety update for anyone using amitriptyline to manage migraines or chronic pain. While the medication can be effective for reducing pain and improving quality of life, it also carries risks that require careful monitoring. This article explains what has changed, what to…
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Ethnic Minorities in England Face Barriers to Diabetes Tech Access
Overview: Inequality in diabetes technology access People from ethnic minority backgrounds in England are less likely to have access to the latest diabetes technology, a new analysis finds, even though they are more likely to live with diabetes. The finding adds to the growing body of evidence that health technology adoption often mirrors social inequities.…
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Bridging the Gap: Ethnic Minorities in England Face Barriers to Diabetes Tech
Overview: A growing disparity in diabetes technology access New analyses indicate a troubling trend: people from ethnic minority backgrounds in England are less likely to have access to the latest diabetes technology, such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), even though they are more likely to live with diabetes. This gap raises concerns about equity in…
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Leaving the NHS for Australia: Why Young Doctors Are Trading Burnout for a Sunny Lure
Introduction: A new direction for young doctors Across the United Kingdom, a growing number of early-career physicians are stepping away from the National Health Service to pursue medical careers Down Under. The pull of warmer weather, more predictable hours, and an outdoors-first lifestyle is shaping the career decisions of junior doctors who once aimed for…
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Young Doctors Leaving the NHS for Australia: A Wave of Migration Driven by Better Hours and Outdoor Living
Introduction: A new career direction for junior doctors Across the UK, a growing number of junior doctors are choosing to leave the NHS for opportunities in Australia. The move isn’t just about higher salaries; it’s driven by a combination of improved working hours, reduced burnout, and a lifestyle that prioritises outdoor living and personal wellbeing.…
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Why young doctors are leaving the NHS for Australia: better hours, warmer skies, and new career horizons
Introduction: A new chapter for junior doctors When junior doctors consider their next steps, many are weighing more than salary. For a growing cohort of early-career clinicians, the decision to move from the NHS to Australia isn’t just about a change of scenery. It’s about practical shifts in work-life balance, career development, and the daily…
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NHS Prevention Scheme Slashes Type 2 Diabetes Risk by a Third
How a NHS prevention program helps cut diabetes risk In a landmark demonstration of preventive health care, an NHS lifestyle intervention is showing promising results in reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The program targets adults who are at high risk due to factors like excess weight, family history, and impaired glucose levels,…
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NHS Prevention Scheme Significantly Cuts Type 2 Diabetes Risk by a Third
New NHS prevention scheme shows real-world impact on diabetes risk A public health initiative backed by the National Health Service is delivering promising results in the fight against type 2 diabetes. By focusing on weight management, healthier eating, physical activity, and routine glucose monitoring, the program aims to reduce the risk of developing type 2…
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NHS Alert: Long-Term Lansoprazole Use—What It Means for Patients
What the NHS alert covers The National Health Service (NHS) has issued guidance for people who have been taking lansoprazole, a commonly prescribed proton pump inhibitor (PPI), for three months or longer. PPIs like lansoprazole reduce stomach acid and are used to treat conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, and excess stomach acid.…