The NHS in England has now missed its flagship cancer target for more than 1,000 days with one in four patients facing delays getting treatment. Hospitals are meant to start treatment within 62 days of a GP referral – and have been set a target of achieving that for 85% of patients. But latest figures,… Read More: Cancer waiting times breached for 1,000 days in England »
One look at the calendar tells us spring is upon us, even if the temperature outside suggests otherwise. For all of the joys spring brings us, from the first crocuses emerging to feeling the warmth of the sun on our skin for the first time in months, it also brings rain, erratic temperature shifts and seasonal… Read More: Spring allergies and weather changes: Are your ears ready? »
Up in the Air Both flight attendants, we met while working a flight to Seattle, Laura’s home city. She told me I made her sweat, paying attention to her like she was a first-class passenger, but I said it was just the polyester uniform. On our layover, we drank wine and ate Thai food. I… Read More: Tiny Love Stories: ‘We Sometimes Pretend We Are Strangers’ »
TUESDAY, March 12, 2019 — Vaccines are big news in the United States these days. Measles outbreaks in unvaccinated clusters around the country have highlighted the importance of immunization, reviving debate over whether vaccines should be required for all children. Meanwhile, the flu continues to plague all parts of the United States so the flu… Read More: Need to Be Vaccinated? Try Your Local Pharmacy »