Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has condemned a newly approved NHS clinical trial that will provide puberty blockers to children as young as 10, calling the move “evil” and accusing the health service of reviving what she describes as “dangerous transgender ideology”. Her comments come as the NHS prepares to launch a multi-million-pound study…
The United Kingdom government laid out its immigration policy proposal, which it claims will be the “biggest overhaul of the legal migration model in 50 years.” Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is introducing a new “earned settlement” model that will transform how and when migrants can access settlement, benefits, and long-term residency. Under the proposed changes,…
High cholesterol levels can lead to a number of health issues, including heart attacks and strokes A dietitian warned that certain elements of a traditional fry up could raise your cholesterol levels(Image: Getty) Two staples of a traditional full English breakfast have been identified as amongst the “worst” options for those managing high cholesterol levels….
National Pharmacy Association analysis reveals areas of the country where it is hardest to find a community pharmacists – with 1,400 having shut since 2016 23:30, 23 Oct 2025Updated 10:31, 24 Oct 2025 A series of pharmacy ‘deserts’ have been identified in England and Wales(Image: PA) Family chemists are closing most in poorer areas of…
Lifestyle Medicine encompasses six pillars of non-pharmacological interventions, which can support long-term health. These interventions are: Healthy eating Physical activity Mental wellbeing Avoidance of risky substances Restorative sleep Healthy relationships Menopause affects everyone – whether you directly, or indirectly due to effects on family members, friends, colleagues and patients. It is fantastic that menopause is…
NHS surgeon Dr Karan Rajan has encouraged his followers to opt for an enjoyable breakfast that not only benefits the health of your gut, but can also boost your stress level too Alan Johnson Social News Reporter 12:08, 02 Oct 2025 An NHS doctor has shared his top tip for a tasty, gut-friendly breakfast (stock)(Image:…
More than seven in 10 people sleep with their phones next to them Is sleeping next to your phone bad for your health?(Image: Getty) Everyone who owns a mobile phone has been issued an important warning regarding the ‘hidden’ risks they may be facing without realising. It comes as search volume for “how to deal…
Dr Monika Sharma shared one of her go-to breakfasts that’s ideal for the days you’re short on time The GP shared her tasty and quick breakfast (stock photo)(Image: Getty) A GP has revealed the “lazy girl breakfast” she swears by for busy mornings. Dr Monika Sharma, an NHS doctor and content creator who posts on…
Research has found that prolonged consumption of this food might modify the gut microbiome in ways that offer protection against certain cancers One type of food could help prevent bowel cancer, experts say(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) A simple breakfast food could significantly lower your risk of bowel cancer, according to one expert. The NHS says bowel…
The annual ‘flying ant day’ phenomenon is set to return to Britain as warmer weather persists – households have been warned to ‘remove the scent’ from their homes James D Roger, Phil Norris Editor, Gloucestershire Live and James Rodger 14:25, 12 Aug 2025Updated 14:29, 12 Aug 2025 UK households warned to ‘remove scent’ from homes…