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Posted: 07 january 2025

5 things everyone should know about menopause

Menopause affects everyone with a uterus. Still, while awareness of the symptoms of menopause and the stage that precedes it, called “perimenopause,” is on the rise, misconceptions and disinformation about these key life stages still abound. Read more in the MedicalNewsToday blog…

COVID-19 leads to long-term changes in the immune system, study shows

In a study recently published in the renowned journal "Allergy", a MedUni Vienna research team shows that COVID-19 leads to considerable long-term changes in the immune system, even in mild cases. The findings could help to better understand the long-term…

Keir Starmer to announce radical NHS changes to cut waiting times

Patients in England to get direct referrals for tests without seeing consultant, but critics say plan is ‘deluded’. Read more here.

NHS patients must have choice of five hospitals, says Wes Streeting

In a vow to end ‘like it or lump it’ culture, the health secretary wants shorter queues and dependable online booking. Doctors must offer patients a choice of five hospitals when they refer them for treatment, the health secretary Wes…

Digital tools for diabetes management

What are the most effective strategies for managing diabetes and preventing complications? Health Technology Wales has published new guidance on digital tools for diabetes management. Find out more here.

Happy New Year 2️⃣ 0️⃣ 2️⃣ 5️⃣ from GIANT Health!

As we step into 2025, we’re excited to continue innovating, collaborating, and transforming healthcare together. This year, let’s work towards improving health and well-being across the UK and beyond. Mark your calendars! Join us on 8th & 9th December 2025…

Pfizer Ends Sangamo Alliance With Gene Therapy for Hemophilia on Cusp of FDA Filing

Pfizer is walking away from partner Sangamo Therapeutics ahead of expected regulatory submissions for the hemophilia A gene therapy they co-developed. Cash-strapped Sangamo said it is now looking for a new partner for the program. Read the full article in…

40 years of research into genetic causes of childhood and adolescent cancers

Cancer in children and adolescents is rare. Nevertheless, malignant diseases are still one of the most common causes of death in this age group. Survivors of childhood or adolescent cancer often suffer chronic health problems with increased morbidity and mortality…

Commure acquires digital care navigator Memora Health

Memora helps health systems and payers to incorporate AI-driven workflow-automation technology. The platform sends patient-reported concerns and data to clinical care team members and offers two-way communication and support, the company said. Read the full article in the latest Healthcare Finance…

Ascension cyberattack exposed medical data of 5.6M customers

Information included payment details such as credit card or bank account numbers and insurance info ranging from Medicaid and Medicare IDs to policy numbers and claims. Secure EHR data was not accessed. Read the full article in the latest Healthcare IT…

Bipartisan House Task Force releases report on AI innovation

The task force provides guiding principles, recommendations and policy proposals around responsible AI innovation and use in healthcare. Read full article in the latest MobiHealthNews blog post here.

Remote monitoring toolkits are reassuring families of local residents receiving home care

The Whzan Blue Box contains various wireless, portable instruments which enable care providers to identify signs of deterioration and illness earlier. For more information about Whzan Blue Boxes and the Digitising Social Care programme, visit www.blmkhealthandcarepartnership.org/digitising-social-care-disc-programme and select ‘Remote monitoring’.

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