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For the first time in the UK, obese patients and people who are overweight with weight-related health problems could now have access to Mounjaro, currently used for Type 2 diabetes, to help manage their weight and support we…
Over 12,000 responses so far submitted on government proposals to create first ‘smokefree generation’, less than halfway through the consultation period.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
UK opening intervention at the 7th Intergovernmental Negotiating Body. Delivered by the UK's Ambassador to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley, on 6 November 2023.
Anastrozole is now authorised as a preventative treatment for post-menopausal women at moderate or high risk of breast cancer.
Whether you’re a patient, healthcare professional or carer, this year’s #MedSafetyWeek campaign is calling on you to help improve the safety of medical products by reporting any suspected side effects and adverse incidents t…
Eligible non-NHS organisations including charities and social enterprises can apply for funding to deliver one-off payments to staff, worth at least £1,655.
Speech by Minister Freeman at ASEAN, London on 2 November.
Minister Will Quince's speech at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) science, technology and global health reception on deepening the UK's relationship with ASEAN member states.
Patients with a certain type of advanced or spreading non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) could access a new cancer therapy to help treat their condition.
The community diagnostic centre (CDC) programme is largest central cash investment in MRI and CT scanning capacity in the history of the NHS.
Patients with severe alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) could access a new medicine to help treat their condition.
National marketing campaign launches today, targeting those eligible but still unvaccinated.
Over two million doses of illegally traded medicines valued at almost £5m seized so far this year.
New measures strengthen the safe use of the acne drug isotretinoin for patients across the UK, following a patient-focused expert review
Steve Barclay addressed the IHPN Annual Summit and Dinner 2023, discussing how partnering with the independent sector can help diagnose and treat more patients.
The AI-Airlock will assist in the development and deployment of software and AI medical devices, safely providing patients with earlier access to cutting edge innovations that improve care.
£21 million is being allocated to 64 NHS trusts across England to roll out AI tools to speed up the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer.
Public consultation supports proposal to update 3 regulations that ensure the safe and effective delivery of COVID-19 and influenza vaccination programmes.
A new mission announced by the Prime Minister will accelerate the use of AI in life sciences to tackle the biggest health challenges of our generation.
Fake, potentially harmful Ozempic and Saxenda pens have been found in the UK: you should only access these medicines via a medical prescription.
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