26 stories tagged #NHS

  1. NHS Supermarket Scanners Detect Lung Cancer Early in Thousands
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    NHS Supermarket Scanners Detect Lung Cancer Early in Thousands

    New NHS data shows over 10,000 lung cancers found early via mobile screening trucks in supermarkets, stadiums, and high streets.

    yesterday 1 min read
  2. Major UK Study Reveals Stark Accuracy Differences in Lung Cancer AI Tools
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    Major UK Study Reveals Stark Accuracy Differences in Lung Cancer AI Tools

    A UK study comparing seven commercial AI systems for lung cancer detection on chest X-rays found huge performance gaps, raising concerns about clinical adoption.

    last wk. 1 min read
  3. Exercise, Not Pills, Is the Best Medicine for Joint Pain, Experts Say
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    Exercise, Not Pills, Is the Best Medicine for Joint Pain, Experts Say

    Leading experts say physical activity, not drugs or surgery, is the most effective treatment for osteoarthritis pain and mobility.

    last wk. 2 min read
  4. NHS Staff Confidence Plummets: 87% Say Service is Weak
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    NHS Staff Confidence Plummets: 87% Say Service is Weak

    A new survey reveals that 87% of NHS staff view the health service as weak, with confidence in government policies and leadership hitting new lows.

    last wk. 1 min read
  5. Children Wait Up to 3 Days in A&E for Mental Health Beds in England
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    Children Wait Up to 3 Days in A&E for Mental Health Beds in England

    NHS data reveals children in crisis wait days for psychiatric beds, prompting calls for a system overhaul.

    2w ago 1 min read
  6. UK Sandwich Study Reveals Dangerous Hidden Salt Levels
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    UK Sandwich Study Reveals Dangerous Hidden Salt Levels

    Half of popular UK sandwiches have high salt, exceeding daily limits. Action on Salt & Sugar calls for mandatory government regulation.

    3w ago 1 min read
  7. Poll: AI Support in UK Surges with NHS Framing
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    Poll: AI Support in UK Surges with NHS Framing

    A new Teneo poll reveals UK support for AI jumps 11 points when tied to NHS benefits, with 56% backing increased use.

    3w ago 1 min read
  8. UK Report: 'Three Miscarriage Wait' Leaves Women Unsupported
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    UK Report: 'Three Miscarriage Wait' Leaves Women Unsupported

    Tommy’s research finds the NHS's 'three miscarriage wait' delays critical tests and treatment.

    3w ago 1 min read