This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47803286 By Elaine Chong BBC World Service There is a growing trend for intravenous “vitamin” drips – but what are the risks? And do they even work? Last month, a 51-year-old woman from Hunan, China, nearly died after blending 20 different fruits to create a homemade intravenous (IV) drip. She thought vitamins from the fresh…
This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-47900252 By Louise Day BBC Wales news Eight-year-old Megan Steadman’s immune system is like that of a newborn and needs a special treatment derived from blood plasma to strengthen it. Production of immunoglobulins was banned in the UK in the 90s over fears about the potential spread of the human version of “Mad…
This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47895716 By BBC Health news Abortion services in England must provide a more consistent service to women, the NHS says. The call comes from the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) – the official NHS advisory body – in its first abortion guidance. The draft proposal says women should…
this article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47774042 By Deborah Cohen and Marianna Spring BBC Newsnight Doctors’ leaders have raised concerns over a lack of clarity about drug availability highlighted by no-deal Brexit planning. The British Medical Association (BMA) warns “a culture of secrecy” could undermine the ability of medics to plan care and deliver treatment. Confidential NHS England…
This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/apr/10/private-hospitals-must-share-more-data-with-nhs-says-top-surgeon By Sarah Boseley Health editor Ian Paterson scandal prompts call for more oversight of safety in private hospitals The leader of the Royal College of Surgeons of England is calling for private hospitals to be encouraged to publish information on their safety to prevent another scandal like the one involving jailed…