Four New GP Fit Note Rules Piloted in England from July
From July 2026, NHS England will pilot four new GP appointment rules for fit notes across 100,000 appointments, aiming to overhaul the sick note system with non-clinical support.
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New GP Sick Note Rule: Job Coaches Instead of Sick Notes
From November, GPs in England will stop issuing sick notes and instead refer patients to job coaches, physiotherapists, or gym memberships under a new Labour government scheme.
Urgent Ramipril Recall: Check Your Blood Pressure Pills
Health officials issue a recall for a batch of Ramipril due to a packaging mix-up where 5mg capsules were found in 10mg boxes. Patients are urged to verify their medication to ensure safety.
Urgent Recall of Blood Pressure Medication Ramipril
The MHRA has issued an urgent recall for a batch of Ramipril 10mg capsules due to potential mislabelling. Patients are advised to check packaging and contact pharmacies immediately if affected.
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Midlands GP Surgeries Rated Worst by Patients
Ahead of the 2026 GP Patient Survey results, we examine the ten worst-rated GP surgeries in the Midlands based on 2025 data, with some practices receiving positive ratings from only a third of patients.
Dentist: Parents Choose Food Over Toothpaste in West Midlands
A West Midlands dentist with 26 years of experience exposes how poverty forces families to prioritize food over oral hygiene, leading to severe dental decay in children.
Great Barr Pharmacist Sees Meningitis Vaccine Demand Rise
A Great Barr pharmacist has noted a significant increase in parents seeking Meningitis B vaccines following the Kent outbreak, with 34 confirmed cases nationwide.
UK Blood Pressure Medication Recall After Packaging Mix-Up
Crescent Pharma Limited recalls batch GR164099 of Ramipril 5mg Capsules due to potential packaging error with Amlodipine tablets. Patients urged to check medication immediately.
Urgent Recall of Ramipril Blood Pressure Medication
Crescent Pharma Limited has issued a precautionary recall of Ramipril 5 mg Capsules due to a packaging error that could pose risks to patients and households.
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GP Urges Patients to Ask Vital Questions About Prescriptions
A leading GP advises patients to ask key questions about new medications and highlights accessible information resources, including digital options and formats for those with visual impairments.
Gen Z's 12-Hour Earbud Use Causing Permanent Hearing Loss
A Harley Street GP reveals one in five Gen Z patients show early hearing deterioration two decades earlier than normal due to prolonged earbud use up to 12 hours daily, including while sleeping.
Pharmacists Warn of Growing UK Medicine Supply Crisis
Pharmacists across the UK are raising urgent concerns about shortages of common painkillers and blood pressure medications, calling for government action to address supply chain failures.
NHS Prescription Season Ticket Saves £360 a Year
Martin Lewis highlights the NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate, a cost-saving option for patients needing multiple medications, potentially saving hundreds annually.
Martin Lewis: NHS 'Season Ticket' Stops Prescription Overpaying
Martin Lewis highlights the NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate, a fixed-fee option that could have saved nearly a million Brits from overpaying for prescriptions in 2025.
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GP Bonuses for Weight Loss Drug Prescriptions from 2026
NHS England launches incentive scheme offering GP surgeries up to £3,000 bonuses to prescribe Mounjaro weight loss jabs, aiming to tackle obesity crisis through wider access based on need rather than ability to pay.
Walsall GP Relocation Plans for 5,000 Palfrey Patients
Over 5,000 GP patients in Palfrey, Walsall, may be relocated to the Saddlers Centre as the NHS deems the current health centre building substandard. A formal consultation is pending.
11 Conditions for Free NHS Prescriptions in England
Discover the full list of 11 medical conditions that may entitle patients to free NHS prescriptions in England, including cancer, diabetes, and epilepsy, plus other eligibility criteria.
Tesco Offers Free Health Tests in 350 UK Stores
Tesco partners with the British Health Foundation to provide free blood pressure checks, aiming to identify undiagnosed conditions in millions of adults.
NHS Dental Care: Urgent Appointments Now Include All Treatments
The UK government has redefined 'urgent' dental care to encompass all treatments, aiming to improve access for thousands of patients across England facing severe NHS shortages.
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Tesco Offers Free Blood Pressure Checks in 350 UK Stores
Tesco partners with the British Heart Foundation to provide free blood pressure checks at 350 UK supermarket pharmacies during Heart Month, aiming to detect undiagnosed hypertension.
Tesco's 10-Minute Blood Pressure Checks Roll Out Nationwide
Tesco partners with the British Heart Foundation to offer free 10-minute blood pressure checks in pharmacies across UK supermarkets, aiming to help millions detect undiagnosed hypertension.
Boots Launches First High Street Weight Loss Injection Service
Boots has launched the UK's first high street in-store service for weight loss injections, allowing customers to receive consultations and treatment at 17 pilot stores nationwide.
Boots Weight Loss Jab Trial in 17 UK Stores
Major UK pharmacy chain Boots is trialing a new 'drop-in' service for weight loss jabs like Mounjaro and Wegovy at 17 stores, offering in-person pharmacist consultations.
Six Phrases to Get Your GP to Take Fatigue Seriously
A women's health expert reveals six specific phrases patients should use during GP appointments to ensure persistent exhaustion is properly investigated and not dismissed.
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Over-80s Urged to Book RSV Vaccine from April
State pensioners aged 80 and over are being encouraged to visit their GP for the RSV vaccine from April 1st, as the NHS expands its immunisation programme to protect vulnerable older adults.
West End Health Clinic Opens in Colwyn Bay
West End Health, a new private GP-led preventative healthcare clinic, has launched in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, with demand exceeding expectations and plans for regional expansion.
Varifocal Lenses Guide: Signs You Need Them
Discover how varifocal lenses combine distance and reading prescriptions in one pair of glasses. Learn the six key signs that indicate you might benefit from this convenient vision solution.
Pharmacist Warns Over Unlicensed Weight Loss Jabs
A Birmingham pharmacist warns of serious health risks from unlicensed weight loss injections, as MHRA seizures skyrocket from 407 to 5,851 in one year.
GP Warns Desk Workers About 7 Posture-Related Health Issues
An NHS GP highlights seven common health conditions caused by poor posture in desk workers, including chronic back pain, headaches, and digestive issues, with advice on making small corrections.
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NHS: Foods That Cause Night-Time Bathroom Trips
The NHS highlights common dietary choices, including caffeine and alcohol, that can irritate the bladder and lead to frequent night-time toilet visits, especially affecting women.
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