Families ‘heartbroken’ as spinal muscular atrophy drug rejected for NHS use
A charity has condemned a decision by health officials to reject a drug to treat a rare genetic disorder which can mean that affected children do not live to their
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Almost third of cancer patients experience mental health issues after treatment
Nearly three in 10 (29%) cancer patients have experienced mental health issues as a result of treatment, figures show. Just over one in 10 (11%) had sought professional help for
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Care Minister announces £76 million a year for extra housing to support vulnerable and disabled
Thousands of extra homes, specially designed for people with disabilities, mental health issues and older people who need extra support, will be created over the next three years with an
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Brokenshire admits no new money for flagship plan to eradicate rough sleeping
The Government has committed no new money to pay for its flagship £100 million fund to eradicate rough sleeping within the decade, Housing Secretary James Brokenshire has admitted. The fund
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Doctor pays tribute to six-year-old after successful appeal against striking-off
A paediatrician convicted of gross negligence manslaughter over the death of six-year-old Jack Adcock said she was “very pleased” after winning her bid to be reinstated to the medical register.
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Black cab rapist questioned by police over further sexual assault allegations
Black cab rapist John Worboys has reportedly been questioned by police over allegations of non-recent sexual assault. The Met said they would not confirm the person’s identity other than to
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Government announce £100 million plan to end rough sleeping in England by 2027
Theresa May has declared her aim to help homeless people “turn their lives around” as the Government launched a £100 million plan to end rough sleeping on England’s streets. The
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Stalled abortion buffer zone announcement expected in September
An announcement on abortion buffer zones is expected from Home Secretary Sajid Javid next month, heightening campaigners’ hopes for victory. A cross-party campaign to stop the harassment and abuse of
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Innovative scheme helping people with long-term conditions saves NHS millions
An innovative idea to treat people earlier for illnesses like flu and chest infections has led to patients in one area avoiding 17,000 nights in hospital and the NHS saving
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‘Unconscious bias’ sees men in pyschologically abusive relationships being overlooked
Men’s welfare campaigners fear an “unconscious bias” is causing police to ignore psychological abuse of vulnerable men by a partner and focus only on female victims. The comments came after
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