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NHS chief signs pledge to support armed forces and veterans

The chief executive of the NHS has signed a public pledge to people in the armed forces and their families… Read more

National Shortlist of Exceptional NHS Staff Announced

Today, the NHS has announced its 2024 NHS Parliamentary Awards shortlist. The shortlisted staff, who have gone above and beyond in… Read more

First ever drug approved for NHS patients with life-threatening genetic, tumour-causing disease

NHS patients in England with a rare genetic disease that causes tumours in major organs, including the brain and spine,… Read more

Landmark Moment As NHS Kicks Off First Ever RSV Jab Rollout

The NHS has started vaccinating people against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), for the first time in its history. RSV, a leading cause of infant… Read more

Blood pressure checks at the dentist and optician to catch those at risk of heart attacks and strokes

The NHS is trialling blood pressure checks at dentist and optometry appointments to help find people at hidden risks of… Read more

Mirrors in leisure centres across the country to reflect important NHS reminder

NHS messages prompting gym-goers to look out for potential signs of cancer will appear in the changing rooms of hundreds… Read more

NHS 111 offering crisis mental health support for the first time

Millions of patients experiencing a mental health crisis can now benefit from support through 111, the NHS has announced today…. Read more

Libraries supporting more people to use NHS App

The NHS has today announced a new partnership with libraries across England to help more people access online health services… Read more

NHS England statement on Alzheimer’s treatment lecanemab: Thursday 22 August 2024

In response to the MHRA and NICE decisions on lecanemab, Professor Sir Stephen Powis, NHS National Medical Director, said: “The NHS… Read more

NHS England and Medical Schools Council to join forces to manage the Specialised Foundation Programme recruitment process for 2025

NHS England and the Medical Schools Council have launched a new partnership that will give students the opportunity to apply… Read more