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NHS app launched as infection surge continues
The long-awaited NHS contact tracing app was being launched today in a bid to revive contact tracing and help stem the surge in COVID-19 infections. Read more
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Pandemic left stroke survivors with avoidable disabilities – report
Tens of thousands of stroke survivors have been left with avoidable, unnecessary disability – and exacerbated mental health problems – because of delayed emergency calls and cancelled therapies caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report published today. Read more
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Joint replacement report shows “continued success”
An annual report has been released showing the outcomes of joint replacement procedures. Read more
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Contraception cash scheme cut abortions
A scheme that rewarded GPs for promoting long-acting reversible contraception may have helped reduce abortion rates, according to a new study. Read more
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Free soup and shakes in drive to cut diabetes rates
A national drive to reduce type 2 diabetes rates was being launched in England today with a programme of free “soups and shakes.” Read more
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Virus caused maternal deaths
At least eight women died during or shortly after pregnancy from COVID-19 infection, mostly women from ethnic minorities, according to a new analysis by two royal colleges. Read more
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Lives saved with reduced age breast screening
Breast screening women in their forties reduces breast cancer mortality, with little increase in overdiagnosis, according to a UK study out today. Read more
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Many health workers may already have had COVID-19
The majority UK healthcare workers may already have been infected with COVID-19, according to new research out today. Read more
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Acupuncture better than paracetamol for chronic pain – NICE
Acupuncture may be a better option than paracetamol for patients with chronic primary pain, according to controversial new guidelines published last night. Read more
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Alarm over low surgery rates for elderly breast patients
Women over 70 undergoing breast cancer treatment should be formally assessed for frailty to ensure treatment decisions are justified, experts say. Read more