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Government launches call for evidence on men’s health 

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Call for evidence will inform England’s first ever men’s health strategy to tackle the life expectancy gap.

Breakthrough in bowel cancer research will speed up diagnosis

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Government backs world-leading trial of cutting-edge technology to diagnose bowel cancer earlier, harnessing the power of technology to treat patients.

Patients get care closer to home as GP scheme expanded

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Government confirms expansion of Advice and Guidance scheme, with more patients now receiving their care closer to home.

Cutting-edge tech introduced in social care

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Care leaders will be trained to use the latest technology to improve patient care, free up staff time and help people live independently in their own homes for longer.

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UK Special Envoy on Antimicrobial Resistance

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