NHS decision to fund new asthma drug a ‘beacon of hope’ to thousands
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NHS decision to fund new asthma drug a ‘beacon of hope’ to thousands

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This article was taken from: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/07/16/nhs-decision-fund-new-asthma-drug-beacon-hope-thousands/ By Henry Bodkin Around 100,000 people suffering from the worst form of asthma will be given access to a £12,000 treatment that promises the chance of a more normal life. Health chiefs have said the NHS will pay for injections of Benralizumab for those who cannot be helped by traditional inhalers or steroids. Patients groups…

NHS opt-in transplant policy at risk due to cuts and staff stress
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NHS opt-in transplant policy at risk due to cuts and staff stress

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This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/jul/15/nhs-opt-in-organ-transplant-policy-at-risk-cuts-staff-stress By Denis Campbell Health policy editor Report shows transplant service short of necessary skilled staff and equipment Plans to save hundreds of lives by making everyone in England a potential organ donor could fail because hospitals are so short of transplant surgeons and specialist nurses, the NHS’s own analysis of the policy…

Heatwave causes spike in insect bite calls to NHS
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Heatwave causes spike in insect bite calls to NHS

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This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-44823286 By  Laurel IvesBBC Health Although many of us are enjoying the balmy temperatures of this year’s heatwave, unfortunately for some, biting insects are flourishing too. Calls to the NHS helpline 111 about insect bites are almost double the rate they normally are at this time of year. And senior doctors are…

What tech is already doing for our healthcare
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What tech is already doing for our healthcare

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This article was taken from: https://www.standard.co.uk/futurelondon/health/what-tech-is-already-doing-for-our-healthcare-a3885911.html By Evening Standard news Here are the ways in which tech can – and is – making a difference There are many ways in which tech can benefit – and is already benefiting – healthcare in the UK. Below, we explore the relationship between the two. But to begin, let…

Mental health: Wait for therapy added to teen’s anxiety
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Mental health: Wait for therapy added to teen’s anxiety

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This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-44808382 By BBC News When she was 15, Naomi Lea was suffering up to 10 panic attacks a day and self-harming. Struggling with the pressure of social media and anxious about exams, she felt isolated and scared. After calling ChildLine, she left a letter on her teacher’s desk explaining her feelings,…