NHS
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Calls for swift regulation of Brazilian butt lifts and injectables
Unsafe procedures raise health concerns and lead to major NHS expense for corrective surgeries.
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UK to regulate AI in healthcare as majority supports use
The move comes amid a surge in patients self-diagnosing using online tools like chatbots.
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NHS whistleblower loses appeal in case where 90,000 emails were deleted
Conclusion of long-running case could have serious implications for whistleblowing.
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CMA receives offer from Vifor Pharma
If the offer is accepted, Vifor Pharma’s commitments will become legally binding and the CMA will not have to determine if the law was broken.
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Official data on UK economic inactivity and unemployment rates is inaccurate, report suggests
Recent statistics have been pessimistic about UK economic activity and employment rates.
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UK’s MHRA launches consultation on regulation around medical devices
The process will look into four key areas, including UKCA marking, international reliance, In vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices and assimilated EU law.
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New patient data bill brings NHS staff use of WhatsApp into focus
Better communication within the NHS is a key challenge, but what of the balance between patient care and privacy?
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Calls for tougher NHS regulation in wake of Lucy Letby case
UK government officials and medical professionals say healthcare system managers need more oversight.