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All babies in the UK get the hepatitis B vaccine. It has a well-established safety record and ensures long-term protection against the virus.
Four in 5 care providers now use digital social care records, helping almost 90% of people who draw on care.
The first Infected Blood Memorial Commemorative Event took place at Church House on 19 November 2025. The event looked to gather early views from the community on memorialisation.
The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Chris Whitty, has released his annual report for 2025, on infectious diseases.
Government launches independent review to look at rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism services and what is driving it.
Professor Wood will replace Owen Bowden-Jones as chair on 1 January 2026.
A story of hope, medical innovation, and the impact of effective regulation on access to treatment.
Savings for families on baby formula as government brings in measures to help tackle child poverty.
GP online access has been rolled out at nearly all GP practices, benefiting patients across England.
As with all licensed medicines, we will continue to monitor its safety closely as it becomes more widely used
Jess Asato appointed Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) adviser to reform NHS response as part of the government's mission to halve VAWG within a decade.
The MHRA has five top tips to help you stay well through the festive season and beyond
The government has launched a scheme that will see thousands of people benefit from improved HIV testing and treatment under a new action plan.
An Expert Working Group has completed a review into how the potential risks associated with antidepressant medicines are communicated to patients
Milestone deal secures UK’s medicines access for patients, with a wide range of groundbreaking new treatments to reach NHS front-line quicker.
The Secretary of State addressed the Barnardo's Health Conference about children’s health.
Infected Blood Compensation Authority's update that was circulated on 12 November, 2025
Patients to benefit from faster life-saving treatments as new leader appointed for health data service.
Study provides crucial insights for targeting rapid response strategies and improving polio surveillance worldwide
Additional funding will allow the MHRA and NICE to continue developing clear, proportionate guidance for digital mental health technologies, supporting safer, more effective tools for people across the UK.
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