Health

Published: 18th August 2025. The English Chronicle Desk Pressure on NHS cancer services in England has continued to mount, as the latest data reveal mixed progress in meeting critical targets for diagnosing and treating cancer. These waiting times not only reflect the efficiency of the health system but also have profound implications for patients’ outcomes, stress levels, and overall wellbeing. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are vital in improving survival...

Published: 18 August 2025. The English Chronicle Desk Patients across England are now benefiting from greater access to vital medical tests, including MRI scans and endoscopies, during evenings and weekends, following the expansion of out-of-hours services at community diagnostic centres (CDCs). Currently, 170 CDCs operate nationwide, located in places such as shopping centres, football stadiums, and university campuses. Patients can attend these centres through referrals from their GPs or hospital...

Published: 17 August '2025 | The English Chronicle Desk Microplastics, tiny fragments of plastic that have become ubiquitous in the environment, are now being detected in surprising quantities in some of the beverages people consume daily. A new study from the University of Birmingham has revealed that hot drinks, particularly tea and coffee, may contain higher concentrations of microplastics than previously understood, raising fresh concerns about human exposure. The research,...

Published: 15 August 2025 — The English Chronicle Desk As summer temperatures rise and outdoor activities accelerate, health experts are raising the alarm over an increase in urinary tract infections (UTIs) among women, with swimming identified as a significant contributing factor. Dr Hina Gauher, GP and cystitis lead at Boots Online Doctor, highlighted that the seasonal surge in UTIs has become a notable concern, reflecting both increased exposure to bacteria...

Published: 15 August 2025 — The English Chronicle Desk People in the UK paying privately for the weight-loss drug Mounjaro are set to face a substantial increase in cost, after its manufacturer Eli Lilly announced plans to raise the list price of the treatment by up to 170 percent. Under the new pricing, a month’s supply of the highest-dose formulation would increase from £122 to £330, while lower doses will...

Published: 15 August 2025 — The English Chronicle Desk An inquest jury has concluded that a vulnerable 14-year-old girl, Ruth Szymankiewicz, was unlawfully killed after an agency support worker failed to supervise her at a secure psychiatric unit. Ruth, who had complex mental health issues and was deemed a suicide risk, was left alone at the privately run Huntercombe Hospital near Maidenhead on 12 February 2022. She harmed herself in...

Published: 15 August 2025 — The English Chronicle Desk Older adults are being urged to use the same instincts they rely on when tending to their gardens to protect themselves against financial fraud. A new awareness campaign, “Protect Your Patch,” launched by Take Five to Stop Fraud in partnership with BBC Gardeners’ World’s Rachel de Thame and the National Allotment Society, encourages over-65s to apply the skills and habits developed...

Published: 15 August 2025 — The English Chronicle Desk A 12-year-old boy with a rare and debilitating genetic skin disorder can now enjoy playing football and riding his bike, thanks to a groundbreaking medical trial. Gabrielius Misurenkovas, who has lived with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB) since infancy, has experienced a significant improvement in his condition through the experimental treatment. RDEB is an inflammatory genetic disease that leaves the skin...

Published: 13 August. The English Chronicle Desk Learner drivers in the UK will soon be required to demonstrate life-saving CPR skills as part of their driving theory tests. From early next year, new questions covering CPR techniques and the use of defibrillators will be included, ensuring that aspiring drivers are prepared to act in emergencies. To progress to a practical driving test, learners must still achieve a minimum of 43...

Published: 13 August. the English Chronicle Desk. English Chronicle Online A growing number of teenagers in the UK are experiencing abusive relationships, with domestic abuse charities reporting a disturbing rise in incidents among young people under 25. Exclusive data shared with Sky News by Refuge, a leading domestic abuse charity, indicates that between April 2024 and March 2025, psychological abuse was the most prevalent form of harm, affecting 73% of...