NHFCard expands coverage to 28 conditions, increases PSA testing and adds echocardiogram

The National Health Fund (NHF) has expanded its NHFCard programme to include four additional chronic conditions and increased ...
Pulmonology Advisor

COPD May Limit Cardiovascular Benefits of SGLT-2 Inhibitors in Heart Failure

Patients with COPD and heart failure treated with SGLT-2 inhibitors experienced higher rates of volume depletion and adverse renal events. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) reduces the ...
Knowridge Science Report

One common heart drug may protect muscle—another may harm it in smokers

A new study has found that two very common medicines may have very different effects on muscle health in people who smoke or ...
South Wales Argus

Newport cook died from pneumonia in bed, says inquest

A retired cook died from pneumonia with malnutrition listed as a contributing factor. An inquest has found that 69‑year‑old ...