Mental Health & Autism: A major UK study finds anxiety can worsen with age for a small group of middle-aged and older adults with higher autistic traits, highlighting support gaps for people who may never get a diagnosis. Inequalities & Obesity Care: Researchers warn weight-loss drugs like semaglutide could widen health inequalities unless patients also get affordable healthy food and ongoing support. NHS Data & Access: The NHS is set to launch a single patient record to reduce repeated history-taking and cut unnecessary A&E visits. Cancer Awareness: Doctor Amir Khan urges women to seek help if ovarian cancer symptoms persist for three weeks or more, as “silent” warning signs can be vague. Disability Benefits in Scotland: Social Security Scotland analysis suggests Adult Disability Payment reviews often take years, with the most common review period at 24 months. Youth Employment: A DWP-commissioned review says automation and digital screening may be making it harder for young people to get their first jobs, as nearly 1m are NEET. Public Health & Safety: Vaping-related fires involving lithium batteries have surged, with insurers warning of growing risk despite the disposable vape ban. Local Health Inequality: A Birmingham dental practice says it’s tackling child oral health deprivation by prioritising children from the city’s most deprived areas.