The UK has taken a historic step in advancing women’s health. For the first time, menopause advice and screening will become part of routine NHS health checks, a move set to benefit nearly five million women across England. Announced on 23 October 2025 by Health and Social Care Secretary Wes...

In the intricate ecosystem of health and social care in England, few institutions wield more influence than the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). While regulators such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) enforce standards, and providers deliver care, it is the DHSC that sets national strategy, allocates funding,...

Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) represent one of the most significant NHS reforms in a generation. These place-based partnerships aim to transform how health and social care services are planned, commissioned, and delivered across England. The goal is clear: join up services, improve population health, reduce health inequalities, and enable more...