Health

Published: 29 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Hospices across England are facing a growing funding crisis that is forcing hundreds of cuts to beds and staff, even as demand for palliative and end-of-life care continues to rise sharply. A recent report by the National Audit Office (NAO) has revealed a worrying postcode lottery in access to hospice services, highlighting how uneven provision has left patients...

Published: 29 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A groundbreaking new breath test developed by scientists at Imperial College London could transform the way pancreatic cancer is detected and treated. Researchers and cancer charities are calling it a “revolutionary” advancement that may finally offer a reliable way to diagnose one of the deadliest forms of cancer in its earliest stages — when treatment has the greatest...

Published: 28 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Marie Curie, the UK’s leading end-of-life care charity, has introduced a comprehensive end-of-life checklist designed to help individuals plan their care and wishes in advance, reducing stress for both themselves and their families during critical times. The initiative aims to encourage people to consider and document their preferences before they face terminal illness or crisis, offering practical guidance...

Published: 27 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Emergency crews pulled off a dramatic rescue on the Silverdale coastline this past Saturday after a man became trapped in quicksand as the tide surged in. Bay Search and Rescue, a team operating across the Morecambe Bay area, described the incident as a “surreal close call” as they worked to free the man before the fast-rising waters could...

Published: ২৭ October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. In a powerful plea to parliament, over 1,200 leading health professionals across the UK have called for the swift passage of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, describing it as a “gamechanging” piece of legislation crucial to protecting future generations from the devastating consequences of smoking and nicotine addiction. The letter, signed by doctors, nurses, public health directors, and...

Published: ২৭ October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Milli Tanner, a 23-year-old from Evesham, Worcestershire, has revealed the harrowing ordeal she faced after her persistent health complaints were repeatedly dismissed by medical professionals. Over a span of more than two years, Tanner visited her GP thirteen times, sought help at A&E, and even consulted NHS 111, only to be told that she was “too young” to...

Published: ২৭ October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. SALFORD, UK — A mother of two tragically lost her life after receiving a weight loss injection purchased on the black market, highlighting growing concerns over the illegal distribution of potent medical drugs in the UK. Karen McGonigal, 53, had been seeking ways to manage her weight after the end of a long-term relationship left her feeling desperate...

Published: 24 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Thousands of men in England diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer will soon have access to a groundbreaking treatment shown to significantly reduce the risk of death. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has approved darolutamide, also known commercially as Nubeqa, as part of a combination therapy for men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. The treatment...

Published: 23 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Marks & Spencer has emerged as the top performer in this year’s annual Christmas supermarket taste test, with Morrisons also impressing by claiming victories in several key categories. The taste test, organised by Good Food, assessed 185 products from 13 major supermarkets across 17 festive categories. The blind tasting panel included experts appointed by Good Food to ensure...

Published: 23 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A new study has revealed that around one in 12 secondary school pupils in the UK are placed in isolation rooms at least once a week, highlighting growing concerns about behaviour management and the mental health impact of exclusionary practices. The research, conducted across multiple regions, suggests that while isolation is intended to address disruption and maintain classroom...