Tag: NHS
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Eating disorders in England: 700-day wait for treatment shocks patients
Urgent concern as NAED reveals long waits for treatment Adults with eating disorders in England are waiting unprecedented lengths of time to access essential treatment, with some reports suggesting delays of up to 700 days. The findings come from the National Audit of Eating Disorders (NAED), the first comprehensive look at how people with eating…
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Nurse Warned After Inappropriate Texts to Vulnerable 16-Year-Old in Alder Hey Care
Background of the Case In a case that has raised concerns about safeguarding and professional boundaries, a mental health nurse at Alder Hey Hospital Trust was subject to a formal warning after sending inappropriate text messages to a vulnerable 16-year-old girl in her care. The details, outlined during disciplinary proceedings, indicate a serious breach of…
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Caesarean births overtake natural deliveries in England: what NHS data reveals
Overview: A pivotal shift in England’s maternity landscape New NHS data indicates a historic milestone: caesarean births have overtaken natural deliveries in England for the first time. Last year, about 45% of babies were born by caesarean section, while the remaining births occurred through natural or assisted vaginal deliveries. This development has sparked discussion across…
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NHS Data Reveals Caesarean Births Surpass Natural Deliveries in England for the First Time
Introduction: A Turning Point in English Childbirth New NHS data confirms a historic shift in English childbirth: caesarean sections are now more common than natural births. With about 45% of babies born via surgery last year, England has entered a new era in obstetric care. The figures have sparked debate among clinicians, policymakers, and expectant…
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Caesarean births overtake natural deliveries in England: NHS data sparks debate
England reaches a milestone in childbirth patterns England has reached a notable turning point in the way babies are born. New NHS data reveals that caesarean births have overtaken natural deliveries for the first time, with around 45% of births occurring by surgery last year. This shift raises questions about why more women are undergoing…
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Caesareans Become More Common Than Natural Births in England for the First Time
Background: A record shift in England’s birth landscape New figures released on Tuesday show a historic milestone: Caesarean sections have become the most common method of birth in England, surpassing natural vaginal deliveries for the first time. In the 2024-25 birth cohort, 45.1% of babies were delivered by C-section, signaling a notable shift in obstetric…
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Caesareans Overtake Natural Births in England for First Time
Overview: Caesareans now the most common birth method New figures from England reveal that Caesarean sections have become the most common form of birth in the country for the first time. In the 2024-25 period, about 45.1% of births were via Caesarean, edging out natural births. The milestone underscores a significant shift in maternity care,…
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NICE Recommends AUCATZYL (obecabtagene autoleucel) for UK patients
Summary: NICE backs AUCATZYL for eligible patients The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended AUCATZYL, the CAR-T cell therapy obatabtagene autoleucel (also known as obecabtagene autoleucel), for use within the UK’s healthcare system. The decision marks a significant milestone for patients with certain hematologic cancers and highlights the growing role of…
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NICE Recommends AUCATZYL® (obecabtagene autoleucel) for Wider Patient Access in the UK
Overview: NICE Endorses AUCATZYL for Expanded Use The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended AUCATZYL® (obecabtagene autoleucel) for a broader patient population in the United Kingdom. This decision follows a rigorous review of clinical data, cost-effectiveness, and real-world impact on NHS services. AUCATZYL is a next-generation CAR-T therapy designed to harness…
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NHS Prostate Screening Trial Marks a Turning Point in Public Health
Overview of the NHS Prostate Screening Trial An ambitious NHS trial is poised to transform how prostate cancer is detected in the United Kingdom. The program, described by health leaders as a “game-changing” step, will offer up to 300,000 men access to different models of screening tests. While still in the evaluation phase, the trial…