AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNHS Mental Health & Safety: A North East mum, Jessie Calvert, has opened up about postpartum psychosis after terrifying hallucinations and intrusive thoughts that led to a diagnosis and treatment journey. Air Quality & Respiratory Risk: Wildfire smoke is worsening health concerns in Wales and across Canada/US, with Public Health Wales urging people with asthma/COPD to stay indoors, keep windows shut and avoid outdoor activity. ADHD Demand: NHS figures show adult ADHD prescriptions up 40% in a year, with 4.2m prescriptions in 2025-26 and a sharp rise in patients receiving treatment. Water Scarcity: Hosepipe bans apply even if you’re on a water meter, with legal restrictions covering all residential customers in affected areas. UK Health Policy & Tech: NHS England’s accelerated AI rollout is being called for to come with transparent, credible evaluation and stronger safeguards. Clinical Research: A large trial found hospital-wide tranexamic acid during major noncardiac surgery cut red-cell transfusions without increasing VTE. Public Health Preparedness: Oxford has started the first UK trial dose of an Ebola vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain. Care System Scrutiny: An inquest into the death of Jesse Deacon highlights concerns about mental health training and warning systems for police responses.
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