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The UK’s MHRA and NICE launched an aligned approval pathway in April 2026, aiming to get new medicines to patients 3-6 months sooner. Here is what changes.
From April 2026, GPs can prescribe Mounjaro under new QOF indicators. Here is who qualifies, the BMI 40 rule, and what your practice gets paid.
Hannah Brown had surgery in April 2026 for a bicorporeal septate uterus. Here is the diagnosis in plain English plus the NHS pathway and outcomes.
Megan Thee Stallion collapsed on stage in 2026. Doctors listed four diagnoses: exhaustion, dehydration, vasoconstriction, and low metabolic levels.
The MHRA strengthened finasteride and dutasteride safety warnings in May 2026 on suicidal thoughts and sexual side effects. A UK guide on what changed and what to do tonight.
NHS England rolled out the 1-minute pembrolizumab injection in May 2026 for 14 cancer types. A UK patient guide to what changes, what does not, and who qualifies.
Dolly Parton skipped her 80th birthday Grand Ole Opry tribute in January 2026. A UK guide to the kidney stone infection, grief and NHS 80-plus care.
Ray J revealed in 2026 his heart is operating at 25 percent. A UK guide to cardiomyopathy, ejection fraction, NHS treatment and warning signs.
From 23 June 2026, NHS Mounjaro eligibility expands to BMI 35 plus 4 of 5 weight-related conditions. A UK guide to who qualifies and the pathway.