Health

In an ever-turbulent world, the classic British stiff upper lip is being tested like never before. Are we really becoming more anxious, or are we just more aware of it now? 1. Brexit Uncertainty Years on from the referendum, unresolved Brexit issues continue to create economic and social instability. This ongoing uncertainty stokes widespread anxiety. … Read more

Recent analysis of GP waiting times shows that over 5 million monthly patients aren’t being seen within the government target of 14 days.  Government Promise Made in 2022 In the post-COVID era, when the NHS was hugely overwhelmed, then-health secretary Thérèse Coffey promised to prioritise enabling patients to see a GP within 14 days with … Read more

A cryptosporidium outbreak in Brixham, Devon has sparked health concerns, economic disruption, and political backlash, highlighting vulnerabilities in the UK’s water management system and prompting intense scrutiny of South West Water’s handling of the crisis. Here’s the full story. Water Pollution Crisis In an ongoing sign of the water pollution crisis affecting the UK, an … Read more

In the midst of a shocking environmental crisis, millions of litres of raw sewage have been illegally pumped into Windermere, England’s largest lake, which has prompted urgent calls for corporate accountability and regulatory reform. Here’s the full story. Pollution Crisis The pollution crisis currently gripping the UK’s water industries, which has seen millions of litres … Read more

In the green and pleasant land of the UK, not every breath of air is a gulp of pastoral bliss. Some towns offer air that’s more “eau de exhaust” than “fresh country breeze.” Here’s a countdown to the 15 most polluted towns in the UK, where taking a deep breath might just come with a … Read more

During the 1970s, 80s and 90s, more than 30,000 people in the UK received blood transfusions that left them unknowingly infected with HIV and Hepatitis C. A Known Problem The NHS has known about the dangers of blood transfusions since at least 1973, when the Blood Transfusion Service released a booklet detailing the risks. In … Read more

The UK Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2024 will ensure that those born on or after January 1, 2009, will never legally be allowed to purchase tobacco in their lifetime.  Smoke-Free Generation On March 20, 2024, the UK government introduced a Bill to Parliament stipulating how to enforce a smoke-free generation. New Smokers at a Peak … Read more

Following the Cass Report findings the UK takes a far more cautious approach to gender care in the NHS.  UK Takes a Step Back The Cass Report, led by Dr. Hilary Cass, calls for a more cautious approach to transgender healthcare in the UK, especially for minors. It highlights the need for better evidence before … Read more

Amid a contentious debate on transgender healthcare in the UK, the Cass Report has emerged as a pivotal document. It scrutinises the National Health Service’s (NHS) practices and stirs widespread public and professional discourse. Introduction to the Cass Report The Cass Report, led by Dr. Hilary Cass, investigates the NHS’s gender identity services, revealing significant … Read more

The release of the Cass report into NHS Gender care has amplified the UK based culture war around transgender issues, with conflicting views from within the UK and the world at large. Here’s the full story. Toxic Mix The debate surrounding transgender rights and care in the UK has become a toxic mix of culture … Read more