AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHeatwave & Drought Watch: The UKHSA has issued heat health alerts across England as a fifth heatwave builds, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-30s and warnings of rising deaths and pressure on health and social care, especially for over-65s and people with health conditions. Diabetes & Weight Management: UK regulators have approved Eli Lilly’s oral weight-loss and type 2 diabetes pill Foundayo, with launches planned via private prescription before any NHS rollout. NHS Progress on Hep C: NHS England says England is “on the cusp” of eliminating hepatitis C, citing falling deaths and large-scale testing and treatment efforts. Food Safety Recall: A sprouting product (Rapunzel bioSnacky red clover seeds) has been recalled after E. coli (STEC) was found, with advice not to grow or eat it and to return for a refund. Mental Health & Social Care Strain: A new trial links daily 100% fruit juice/smoothies to lower depression scores, while a separate story highlights how carers are being crushed by the social care system. Cyber & Manufacturing Risk: Make UK warns cyber security must be treated as a board-level priority after incidents are disrupting UK manufacturing output, costs and deliveries. Care & Recognition: Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has been shortlisted for multiple national awards, including Trust of the Year.
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