Calls for change after fertility appointment inside maternity unit
She described sitting alongside expectant parents and families before receiving difficult news about her fertility. “It was heartbreaking,” she added. “I went in for my appointment, which was a hard…
Social care reform: The families hoping for change
Emma Riley has been caring for her mother Carol, who has dementia, since she lost her father 18 months ago. “She’s a cracking lady, still with a sense of humour…
4 in 5 toddler foods are ultra-processed
A review of toddler foods available at 21 Texas grocery stores found that ultra-processed products dominate the shelves. Four out of every five items fell into that category, and 49%…
Can’t sleep in the heat? These 8 tricks could save your night
When temperatures rise, sleep often suffers. Hot nights can make it harder to fall asleep, increase waking during the night and leave people feeling less rested the next day. One…
Andy Burnham doesn’t rule out tax rises to fix social care
Burnham first proposed a universal system of social care in England in 2009, when he was health secretary under former Prime Minister Gordon Brown. He suggested a compulsory levy to…
New microwave frying method could make french fries much healthier
French fries and other fried foods are popular largely because of their crisp texture and rich flavor. However, they can absorb large amounts of oil during cooking, increasing their fat…
Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drilling
Untreated cavities send thousands of young children in the United States to emergency departments each year. Because hospital doctors usually cannot repair the underlying dental problem, some children continue to…
Burnham invites Tories and Lib Dems to talks about social care
Last week Badenoch wrote to the prime minister saying he should rule out tax rises or increased borrowing to fund social care reform. A Conservative spokesman said Andrew would attend…
A single sauna session sends immune cells surging
A new Finnish study suggests that spending time in a sauna can temporarily move more white blood cells into the bloodstream. These immune cells help the body detect and respond…
Exercise may not help hip arthritis as much as patients expect
Exercise may provide some relief for people with hip osteoarthritis, but the improvements in pain and physical function may be too small for many patients to notice in everyday life,…

















