Health News

An in-depth investigation reveals how Merck's pricing and patents on the lifesaving cancer drug Keytruda have made it one of the world's top-selling medicines, while leaving many patients unable to afford it.

New research reveals private companies made £1.6 billion in profits from NHS contracts over 2 years, with millions going to firms in tax havens. Critics demand a cap on profits.

Wes Streeting, UK Health Secretary, expresses gratitude for NHS workers who continued providing critical care during the recent BMA resident doctor strikes.

Thousands of unpaid caregivers will have their debts reduced, cancelled, or refunded due to a government reassessment of confusing guidance on earnings.

The UK government announces a major update to school food standards, banning high-calorie classics to combat childhood obesity rates.

New plans aim to tackle childhood obesity by removing high-sugar and deep-fried items from school menus, promoting healthier options for students.

GSK's new cancer treatment, Mo-Rez, shows remarkable tumor reduction in over 60% of patients with ovarian and endometrial cancers, setting the stage for a potential blockbuster drug.

Exploring how psilocybin-assisted therapy is helping veterans with PTSD find healing, as researchers urge caution amidst states expanding access.

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care's letter to the BMA resident doctors committee sheds light on the evolving healthcare landscape and the pressing need for collective action.

NHS is sending expert teams and expanding urgent care services to address corridor care, reduce wait times, and ease pressure on A&E departments in the hardest-hit trusts.