NHS struggles with increasing demand for Autism, ADHD services: Report

There has been a concerning surge in demand for autism assessments and ADHD treatments across England, which has outstripped the capacity of the National Health Service (NHS) to meet it, … Continue reading NHS struggles with increasing demand for Autism, ADHD services: Report

Study finds prostate cancer cases likely to double worldwide by 2040

According to a study, prostate cancer cases among men across the globe are projected to double to 2.9 million a year by 2040. The annual death rate is predicted to … Continue reading Study finds prostate cancer cases likely to double worldwide by 2040

Over 250 patients died in a week due to long A&E waits in England: Study

A new estimate from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) indicates that more than 250 patients per week in England may have died unnecessarily last year due to extended … Continue reading Over 250 patients died in a week due to long A&E waits in England: Study

Whoopi Goldberg, Sunny Hostin speak out about using weight loss drugs

After Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg, and Sunny Hostin have also spoken out about using weight loss drugs. Goldberg said that she made the decision after gaining almost 300 pounds during … Continue reading Whoopi Goldberg, Sunny Hostin speak out about using weight loss drugs

After vocal cord surgery, Jon Bon Jovi unsure if he’ll tour again

Jon Bon Jovi underwent a vocal cord surgery and says that he is unsure if he’ll tour again. The “It’s my life” singer is all set to release an album … Continue reading After vocal cord surgery, Jon Bon Jovi unsure if he’ll tour again

NHS to introduce “Martha’s Rule” in England hospitals, gets government funding

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has announced plans to introduce “Martha’s rule” in hospitals across England, offering funding starting in April. This initiative aims to provide seriously ill patients … Continue reading NHS to introduce “Martha’s Rule” in England hospitals, gets government funding

Elmo’s tweet on ’emotional well-being’ prompts response from the White House

A tweet from Sesame Street’s Elmo, asking “How is everybody doing?” has generated a flood of emotional responses on social media, including White House. Over 12,000 responses, along with 174,200,000 … Continue reading Elmo’s tweet on ’emotional well-being’ prompts response from the White House

Shruti Haasan’s charity Closet Sale to raise funds for children with HIV/AIDS

Actress Shruti Haasan celebrated the New Year with her traditional Closet Sale, proceeds of which will be contributed toward the welfare of children living with HIV/AIDS. This sale also offers … Continue reading Shruti Haasan’s charity Closet Sale to raise funds for children with HIV/AIDS

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Cervical screening programme in the spotlight: outrageous money-saving ploy, or sensible Public Health Measure?

Rachel Paul’s change.org petition has gained traction across social media, as she urges Public Health Wales to renege on their change to Cervical Cancer Screening.

Demonic Possession: a case for mental health professionals?

The word “exorcism”, for most of us, brings to mind the rotating head of Linda Blair and the terrifying accompanying sounds of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells, but for others, exorcism … Continue reading Demonic Possession: a case for mental health professionals?

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It’s time to rethink drug addiction treatment

As a moderate amount of heroin is now more affordable than a pack of 20 cigarettes, deaths attributable to drug poisoning and drug misuse are rising year on year. It’s time to revisit how we treat drug addiction.

Being ill shouldn't be termed as a war or a battle

It’s time to surrender the language of war when it comes to our health

Not everyone “wins” their “fight” and terming it as such suggests that anyone who succumbs to the disease has “lost” it; the implication being that they just didn’t fight hard enough