NHS & Primary Care: NHS England is rolling out free HPV home-testing kits for eligible women who’ve missed screening, aiming to boost uptake and help eliminate cervical cancer by 2040. Clinical Safety: A woman in Birmingham was left blind in one eye after months of misdiagnosis; giant cell arteritis was only identified when symptoms worsened, with the NHS apologising and negotiating a settlement. Public Health & Prevention: England is expanding free high-street cholesterol tests via pharmacies to catch “silent killer” disease earlier, with key eligibility changes for people born before 1986. Mental Health: A Stockport mum is walking 150 miles to Newcastle to raise funds for CALM after struggling with PTSD and PMDD, crediting the charity’s support and helpline. Health Inequality & Access: A report warns parents can lose £843 a year in earnings when children are off school sick, pushing some back before fully recovered. Policy & Services (Scotland): Commentary flags pressure on Scotland’s NHS and questions around whether health boards should be reorganised to cut bureaucracy and protect frontline care. Community & Care: Solihull mum takes on two half marathons for the British Heart Foundation after multiple family members suffered serious heart problems. Vet & Medicines Recalls: Multiple veterinary-related recalls are underway, including IV fluid and pet product issues, prompting checks of affected lots.