For the first time, menopause advice and screening will be included in routine NHS Health Checks for women aged 40 to 74, a reform set to benefit nearly five million women across England. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explores how this landmark policy marks a turning point in women’s health, embedding awareness, prevention, and inclusion at the heart of NHS care. He examines how early intervention, staff training, and governance frameworks can help organisations support women with confidence, compassion, and compliance, shaping a more informed and equitable future for healthcare.

The UK is entering a new era of dementia care driven by innovation, research, and digital transformation. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explores the government’s Dementia Patient Flow R&I Challenge, part of a £500 million national mission to speed up diagnosis and improve long-term outcomes. He highlights how emerging technologies like blood biomarker tests, AI-powered assessments, and digital health tools are redefining early intervention and personalised care. The initiative marks a turning point for the NHS and care providers, setting the stage for a smarter, more connected, and compassionate approach to dementia diagnosis and support.