First newborn babies tested for over 200 genetic conditions as world-leading study begins in NHS hospitals
Hundreds of babies have begun to be tested for over 200 rare genetic conditions as part of a world-leading study in NHS hospitals that aims to screen up to 100,000 newborns in England.
Thousands more people with type 1 diabetes to get artificial pancreas in NHS roll out
Tens of thousands of children and eligible adults living with type 1 diabetes across England are set to receive an ‘artificial pancreas’ thanks to cost-effective deals secured by the NHS with suppliers of the technology.
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A new sexual safety hub has today been launched by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which regulates 15 different health and care professions.
The HCPC has created this online resource to provide further support to victims, survivors and witnesses of sexual misconduct, harassment and abuse.
One in eight toddlers and primary school aged children obese
Around one in eight children aged between two and 10 in England are obese, an NHS survey published today found.
NHS booking opens for life-saving flu and COVID-19 vaccinations
Millions of people in England can book flu and COVID-19 vaccinations from today (Monday, 23 September) as the NHS rolls out additional protection for those most at risk ahead of winter.
