General Health

Changes in preconception health indicators revealed

A study that looked at preconception health across three generations in the UK has found that some unhealthy behaviours such as smoking and soft drink consumption have decreased over time, while rates...

Smoking cessation services face funding uncertainty

An annual survey has found a record expansion in local authority-run stop smoking services following major investment.

Winter sun hazards

Phil Silver discusses the link between UV rays and oral cancer.

Sugary drinks increase the risk of cardiovascular disease

Scientists have revealed that drinking sweetened beverages raises your risk of stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.

Head and neck cancer research survey launched

The University of Derby has published a research survey to explore the knowledge of the role of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in head and neck cancer within the male population.

Junk food advertising restrictions confirmed

Children will no longer be exposed to TV adverts for unhealthy food products as the new law confirms the details of advertising restrictions.

Mouth cancer survival rate increases by 40 per cent with early diagnosis

The NHS Ayrshire and Arran’s Oral Health Improvement team has highlighted the early warning signs of mouth cancer, to raise awareness for November’s Mouth Cancer Action Month.

MPs to vote on landmark smoking bill

MPs are voting on the Tobacco and Vapes Bill on November 26, 2024. The bill aims to protect future generations from “a life imprisoned by addiction”.

The real impact of mouth cancer

Michael Sultan discusses what effect mouth cancer has on a patient.

Fear of dying is common among mouth cancer patients

Research from the Oral Health Foundation has revealed 45 per cent of mouth cancer patients cited dying as their biggest worry. The research was published as part of Mouth Cancer Action Month in...

Scottish residents struggle to access dental care

A third of adults (34 per cent) reported difficulties when visiting the dentist, according to the Scottish Health Survey 2023. This has increased since 2019 (20 per cent) and 2021 (23 per cent),...

Smoking cessation services are effective in A&E, study shows

Giving out vapes in A&E can boost patients’ confidence to transition away from smoking, research has revealed.