In the UK, a recent online survey shed light on how physiotherapists in the National Health Service (NHS) handle the later stages of ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) recovery. The focus was on understanding the approaches and challenges faced by these professionals. The survey revealed that physiotherapists employ a variety of methods to help patients regain strengt...
Oral cancer is a serious issue in the UK, and it's often not caught early enough. This means people don't get the help they need in time. A recent study looked at why this happens. It found that both patients and the healthcare system itself contribute to these delays. First, let's talk about patients. Many people don't know much about oral cancer. They might ignore...
The UK dreams big when it comes to health tech, but turning those dreams into reality within the NHS is a slow and bumpy ride. Small companies and startups often hit a wall when trying to get their innovative medical gadgets and digital tools into hospitals. The NHS, being a massive organization, has a lot of red tape and bureaucracy that slows things down. Take ins...
The UK's Health and Care Act (2022) has a bold plan to tackle junk food ads online. This plan is set to start in 2025. It aims to ban paid ads for foods high in fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) online. The goal is to protect kids from being influenced by these ads. But will it work? Experts have mixed feelings about it. Eight experts from around the world were interviewe...
The UK has been relying on Filipino nurses for over two decades to fill gaps in its healthcare system. Today, more than 40, 000 Filipino nurses are part of the National Health Service. These nurses have been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, facing immense challenges and risks. The numbers are striking: during the first two months of the pandemic, March an...
Cancer screening is a big deal. It can catch diseases early, making treatment easier. But how do people feel about new ways of screening based on risk? This is what researchers wanted to find out. They looked at how folks in the UK view these new methods. The idea is to use risk factors to decide who needs screening. This could make screening more effective. But wil...
The UK is facing a significant financial challenge due to the delayed diagnosis of axial spondyloarthritis. This condition, which affects the spine and joints, often goes unnoticed for years. When it is finally spotted, the damage is already done. This delay has a big impact on both the healthcare system and society as a whole. The National Health Service (NHS) and ...
The UK is facing a tough challenge. Unpredictable weather events like floods, heatwaves, and storms are becoming more frequent. These events are not just inconvenient. They are affecting people's physical and mental health. They are also hurting livelihoods. This is all because of the climate crisis. It is speeding up and showing no signs of slowing down. Efforts to ...
Non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease, or NTM-PD, is a type of lung infection that's been on the rise around the world. In the UK, this condition is becoming more common due to better diagnosis tools and increased awareness. The main culprit behind NTM-PD is a group of germs called Mycobacterium avium complex. These infections can be tricky to spot and trea...
Ever thought about how other countries handle healthcare? Let's take a peek at Canada and the UK. At first glance, their systems seem pretty good. But look closer, and you'll see some big issues. In Canada, it's against the law to have private insurance for necessary medical services. The government controls spending by making people wait. A lot. Right now, the aver...