Clinical News & Alerts

World Breastfeeding Week (1-7 August) highlights new initiatives designed to support women experiencing breastfeeding difficulties and improve access to lactation support. Enhanced…

Between 2021-2025, 20 independent investigations or reviews of health services cost nearly £188,000, averaging approximately £9,400 per review The frequency and expense…

Epilepsy medication shortages are affecting patient access – Supply issues are severe enough to impact students' ability to continue their education, highlighting…

First in utero gastroschisis repair: Theo became the first British baby to undergo prenatal surgery to correct gastroschisis, expanding treatment options beyond…

The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle is gaining clinical recognition as a distinct physiological period with documented effects on mood, energy,…

Patients often follow health advice they perceive as suboptimal, suggesting doctors should explore patient concerns and co-create treatment plans rather than assuming…

However, if you'd like me to extract potential clinical takeaways related to mental health and wellbeing, I'd need the full article content…

Farmer mental health awareness is increasing, with peers recognising the importance of social support and regular check-ins within farming communities Agricultural workers…

Cyclospora outbreaks are increasing in the UK (67 cases since April), primarily affecting recent travellers from Mexico—consider this diagnosis in patients presenting…

Cyclospora infection cases have increased sharply among travellers with recent Mexico travel history; clinicians should maintain heightened diagnostic awareness and take travel…