Scotland's new suicide prevention action plan published
By Liz Wells 23 January 2026
A new national action plan setting out Scotland’s priorities for suicide prevention over the next three years has been backed by an increased budget of at least £3m in 2026-27.
NHS 'falling short' on autism and ADHD, admits Streeting
By Lee Peart 23 January 2026
Health and social care secretary Wes Streeting has admitted the NHS is ‘falling short’ on meeting demand for adult autism and ADHD diagnosis.
Scotland leads on damp and mould regulations
By Lee Peart 23 January 2026
Regulations to protect tenants from damp and mould have been announced in Scotland.
Norovirus cases soar by 60% in two weeks
By Lee Peart 23 January 2026
The number of norovirus cases has soared by 60% in the past two weeks, according to UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data.
Disability Advisory Panel launches to help shape health and disability policy
By Liz Wells 23 January 2026
Ten experts with lived experience of disability and long-term health conditions have been appointed to help shape Government health and disability policy.
National Cancer Plan will end postcode lottery, says Government
By Lee Peart 23 January 2026
The Government has vowed to end the postcode lottery in cancer care by boosting the number of specialists in underserved areas as part of its forthcoming National Cancer Plan.
Fast food addiction costing healthcare £67bn a year, research finds
By Lee Peart 22 January 2026
The UK’s fast food addiction costs the healthcare system £67bn a year through associated health conditions, according to research.
London trust appoints chief medical officer
By Liz Wells 22 January 2026
North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) has selected Dr Hélène Brown as its new chief medical officer.
Waiting list and longest waits down in Wales
By Liz Wells 22 January 2026
The NHS Wales waiting list has fallen and fewer people are facing the longest waits for treatment, new figures show.
London imaging centre rated good by CQC
By Lee Peart 22 January 2026
Queen Square Imaging Centre in London has been rated good overall by the Care Quality Commission following its most recent inspection.
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