General Health

Further salt and sugar levies could prevent two million cases of disease

Two million cases of disease over 25 years could be prevented if the Government were to introduce an industry-wide levy on salt and sugar, according to modelling commissioned by the new 'Recipe for...

Study informs guidance to support NHS staff after the suicide of a colleague

Researchers from the University of Surrey, University of Birmingham, and Keele University gathered evidence and data over the course of two years as part of a study which has informed a robust set of...

A simple mouth rinse could spot early heart disease risk

Scientists studying the inflammation that precedes periodontitis have found that higher inflammation, reflected by higher levels of white blood cells in saliva, is linked to less healthy arteries and...

Minimum Unit Pricing has ‘positive impact’ on health

Report concludes the Scottish Government’s alcohol policy has saved lives and cut hospital admissions.

2.5 million more people in England projected to be living with major illness by 2040

By 2040 9.1 million people will be living with major illnesses, according to a report published by the Health Foundation.

Former ministers and UK health experts call for emergency programme for better health

A report led by a cross-party commission of former ministers and health experts has highlighted the current national health crisis, the state of national finances and what this means for people’s...

Poor dental health linked to decline in brain volume

Taking good care of your teeth may be linked to better brain health, according to a study published in the July 5, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of...

The rise of the screens

Alison Reid explains the impact mobile devices are having on oral hygiene habits.

Primary school-age children hospitalised due to vaping

A Sky News investigation revealed “15 cases” in which children aged nine or under were admitted to hospital in the last 12 months. In 2022 there were 12 cases, and only two cases in 2021.

Lung cancer screening rolled out to detect cancer sooner

A national targeted lung cancer screening programme designed to catch cancer sooner or prevent it all together has been announced by the prime minister and secretary of state for health and social...

Dietary restrictions could reduce gum disease

New research from King’s College London has emerged that shows calorie restriction (500-1300 calories per day) could be used to reduce gum disease.

Defence organisation achieves menopause friendly accreditation

Dental Protection – the world’s leading not-for-profit, member-owned dental defence organisation – is proud to achieve the industry-recognised Menopause Friendly Accreditation.