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Fund fertility treatment for cancer patients, say royal colleges
A new report from the Royal Colleges of Physicians, Radiologists, and Obstetricians and Gynaecologists recommends that the NHS should fully fund fertility services for patients with cancer.The report calls for a national policy on sperm, egg and embryo storage and for funding bodies to develop equitable funding protocols for patients.
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Internet used to diagnose embarrassing conditions
A third of people with embarrassing health conditions would rather use the internet to self-diagnose than visit the doctor, according to a poll carried out by TV channel UKTV Style.The poll also found nearly half of all people with conditions such as sexually transmitted infections or bowel problems were reluctant ...
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More calls for NHS bank holiday
Labour MP Howard Stoate has backed calls by think tank the Fabian Society to create a new bank holiday to mark the 60th birthday of the NHS.
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National carers consultation concludes
A national consultation on how to improve conditions for carers has concluded with an event attended by more than 60 carers, prime minister Gordon Brown, health secretary Alan Johnson and health minister Ivan Lewis.
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Patients bid to save Henderson Hospital
Inpatients of Henderson Hospital at South West London and St George's Mental Health trust have launched a legal bid to prevent its closure.
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Scottish A&E closure plans flawed
An independent scrutiny panel has said health boards NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire and Arran did not listen to the public when deciding to close accident and emergency departments at Monklands Hospital in Airdrie, Lanarkshire, and Ayr Hospital, Ayrshire.
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No proof that lead causes Alzheimer's, campaigners say
There is no proof that exposure to lead causes Alzheimer's disease, a campaign group has claimed.
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Pregnancy grant a 'gimmick' - Tories
The Conservative Party has questioned whether Labour's planned grants for pregnant women will provide any health benefits.The health in pregnancy grant will be available from the 29th week of pregnancy to improve the nutrition of expectant mothers, under plans outlined in the Health and Social Care Bill.
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Health staff need clear sexual boundaries, says watchdog
Professional regulators have been told to offer clear guidance and support for health staff to prevent them fromstraying into unacceptable sexual behaviour.
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Money worries worsen mental health problems, poll shows
Nearly one in five people are less able to manage their mental health because of money worries after Christmas, a survey has found.
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Battle of the sexes: the mixed ward row that won't lie down
Early Labour promises to abolish mixed-sex wards have turned into vague aspirations, while the definition of single-sex accommodation appears to have changed. Is the government cheating or is it right to leave the decision to trusts, asks Charlotte Santry
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Dixon warns of 'two-tiers' risk in latest operating framework
The NHS Alliance has warned the operating framework issued in December could lead to a 'two tier' NHS as it exempts foundation trusts from tighter quality standards expected of other hospital trusts.
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Social care users want free basic service but will pay top-up
Up to three quarters of social care service users support radical reform of the funding system, a multi-agency survey has revealed.
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Healthy diet messages not hitting home
Healthy eating messages are failing to change people's decisions on what food to buy, a government report has warned.
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Audit Commission finds payment coding errors
Inaccurate payment by results coding by hospitals has led to primary care trusts being overcharged by as much as 6 per cent, the Audit Commission has found.
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Private treatment centre to go ahead despite local critics
NHS South Central has said it will press ahead with controversial plans for a new independent sector treatment centre despite local concerns that added capacity is not needed.
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Health and Social Care Bill under fire over safety
Regulators have issued a grave warning to the government that proposed reforms will 'fatally weaken' their independence and pose a significant risk to patient safety.
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Homebuyers will pay more for good hospital, survey claims
One in seven Britons claim they would be prepared to pay a £10,000 premium for a property near a good NHS trust, a survey has shown.About 15 per cent of 2,000 people asked by insurer Combined Insurance said they would pay £10,000 extra for a home close to good hospitals, ...
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Antivirals recommended as flu levels rise
Doctors in England have been advised that the use of antiviral drugs for the prevention or treatment of flu in vulnerable patients is now recommended.
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Health Protection Agency names new chief
Justin McCracken is to be the new chief executive of the Health Protection Agency, replacing current incumbent Pat Troop when she retires in April 2008.