National and International News
Older people 'left to die without help or dignity' - Daily Telegraph 25/05/05
Discrimination against older people is depriving many of a dignified death, says a report published today by Help the Aged.
Animal experiment figures 'are unclear' - Daily Telegraph 25/05/05
The Government is criticised today for producing meaningless statistics on animal experiments.
Psychopaths 'inherit anti-social traits' - Daily Telegraph 25/05/05
Children who are most at risk of becoming psychopaths largely inherit their negative personality traits, according to a study published today.
Call for pregnant mums' bug tests - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Expectant mothers have been advised to get tested for a bug that can unexpectedly infect and kill babies.
Dishonest doctor struck off by GMC - Daily Mail 25/05/05
A "dishonest" doctor from Osterley, west London, who charged the NHS more than £500,000 for unnecessary night visits has been struck off.
Man facing jail after hospital scam - Daily Mail 25/05/05
A crooked financier is facing jail after using a £4.5 million scam to pocket much-needed cash meant for hospital patients.
Hospital hygiene plans outlined - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Plans for new powers to sanction hospitals and care homes which do not meet tough hygiene standards have been outlined by Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt.
Watchdog debunks muscle belt claims - Daily Mail 25/05/05
A commercial for a muscle stimulation belt which claimed it made waists "rock hard" in just a few weeks breached industry guidelines, the advertising watchdog has said.
Welsh against total smoking ban - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Welsh people are against an outright ban on smoking in public places by a majority of two to one, according to a poll for smokers' lobby group Forest.
Psychopaths 'inherit bad behaviour' - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Little psychopaths are born anti-social, not corrupted by bad parenting, scientists have claimed.
'Patients struggle in an emergency' - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Many patients are still confused about where they should seek help in the event of a medical emergency, a survey has revealed.
Aged denied dignified end - report - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Inherent discrimination against older people by health services is preventing many from having a dignified death, according to a new report.
Shortages hit mental health wards - Daily Mail 25/05/05
Mental health wards are suffering staff shortages with urgent action needed to tackle the problem, a new report has revealed.
Drug treats premature ejaculation - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Doctors are hailing a new drug that can prevent premature ejaculation during sexual intercourse.
Inquiry after hospital ward death - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Police are investigating claims that a mental health patient at a Salford hospital died after he was given painkillers to subdue his behaviour.
Cannabis research gets £2m boost - BBC Health News 25/05/05
A study into the use of cannabis-based medicines in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) sufferers has been given a £2m grant.
Asthma death girl 'was let down' - BBC Health News 25/05/05
A sheriff has hit out at the "complacency" of health professionals and a drugs manufacturer over the safety of an asthma inhaler steroid.
Alert after rare bug kills marine - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Doctors are being issued with urgent advice about an extremely rare form of superbug following the death of a young Royal Marine.
Prostate cancer drug trial hope - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Doctors are testing new prostate cancer drugs that could help beat advanced tumours resistant to current therapies.
US House backs stem cell funding - BBC Health News 25/05/05
The US House of Representatives has voted to increase government funding for embryonic stem cell research.
Tough NHS hygiene rules proposed - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Details of proposed legislation to ensure good hygiene standards in England's hospitals and care homes have been revealed.
NHS service confusion not healthy - BBC Health News 25/05/05
One in 10 people in Scotland do not know which service to call on in a medical emergency.
Smoking stunts airway development - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Smoking during pregnancy damages a baby's airways even before birth, research has shown.
Bladder does not shrink with age - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Contrary to popular opinion, the bladder does not shrink as we get older, research has found.
Animal efforts 'need bigger push' - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Efforts to cut the suffering of animals used in testing are still hampered by poor funding and a reluctance by companies to release experimental data.
NHS service confusion not healthy - BBC Health News 25/05/05
One in 10 people in Scotland do not know which service to call on in a medical emergency.
Health blueprint to be unveiled - BBC Health News 25/05/05
A report on the future of the health service in Scotland is set to be published by a top cancer specialist.
Concern over mental health wards - BBC Health News 25/05/05
The first national survey of acute inpatient mental health wards paints a grim picture of staff shortages and failure to provide therapy.
Elderly 'denied dignified death' - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Inherent age discrimination in NHS palliative care services prevents many older people from having a dignified death, research suggests.
Antisocial behaviour 'inherited' - BBC Health News 25/05/05
Antisocial behaviour in some children could be the result of their genetic make-up, a study says.
Doctors and drug firm failed Emma - The Times 25/05/05
A GIRL who died after being given an overdose of a steroid in her asthma inhaler was failed by both her doctors and drug makers, a sheriff ruled yesterday.
Old people 'left to die in pain' - The Times 25/05/05
OLD people are often written off by doctors and care services once it is thought that they are dying, and left in pain, isolation and squalor, a report claims.
Call for review of animal testing - The Times 25/05/05
INDEPENDENT studies of the benefits of animal research are needed to help the debate about its role in medical science, a leading ethical think-tank has recommended.
Two of a kind can give science a helping hand - The Times 25/05/05
AS ANY twin will tell you, the attention you receive just because you happened to share a womb with a sibling can be flattering at times, but also irritating.
Crisis-hit mental units 'harm patients' - The Independent 25/05/05
Mentally ill patients admitted to psychiatric hospitals are becoming sicker in wards which are so short of staff that only minimal treatment is offered, a survey has found.
Abuse affects school work - The Guardian 25/05/05
Children who are abused and neglected at home are more likely than their peers to do badly at school, to have behaviour problems and to become victims of bullying, according to a report.
Scientists told: reduce animal experiments - The Guardian 25/05/05
Alternative ways of conducting medical research should be found to spare animals being used in experiments, an influential group of scientists and ethicists says today.
Cumbria and Lancashire News
Tell us your experiences [letter] - Blackburn Citizen 24/05/05
THE Disability Rights Commission believes that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions can and do make a significant contribution to their families, communities and wider society, by taking part in paid and voluntary work, acting as a school governor and/or participating in local politics.
Health boss cracks whip - Blackburn Citizen 24/05/05
EIGHT senior managers at East Lancashire's hospitals will have to re-apply for jobs as part of a cost-saving plan unveiled by the new chief executive.
Greater Manchester News
Shock figures on children's teeth - Bolton Evening News 24/05/05
HUNDREDS of Bolton's children are being taken to hospital and given general anaesthetic to have teeth removed because their dental health is so bad.
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