THOUSANDS of prostate cancer sufferers are being denied a key drug. Experts said a “game-changer” pill must be given to those with the advanced form of the disease. But the NHS watchdog ruled abiraterone, which can give up to 14 months’ extra life with fewer side-effects, cannot be offered before standard therapy. That involves chemo, which many with advanced prostate cancer are unable to undergo. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) ruled abiraterone is not as cost-effective, with a month’s treatment around £3,000. It said 7,000 patients a year will be affected, but campaigners warn it could be 16,000. Prof Paul Workman, chief executive of the Institute of Cancer Research in London, said: “Abiraterone has been a game-changer. I am disappointed.” MOST READ IN HEALTH NEWSSUMMER STING How a cheap Avon product is being hailed as the answer to avoiding dreaded midge bites MIND OVER MATTER What are the symptoms of anxiety, how … [Read more...] about Thousands of men battling prostate cancer denied “game-changing” drug
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These small changes to your routine will make a big difference to your health
Forget massive overhauls when it comes to your health and wellbeing – studies show you’re setting yourself up to fail. Instead concentrate on tiny tweaks to your normal routine to get real results. …For your teeth Ditch the mouthwash It can do more harm than good, says Eddie Coyle, clinical director at Bupa Dental Care. “Unless medically advised by a dentist for specific conditions, mouthwashes contain ingredients that strip away fluoride – hugely important for strong, healthy teeth.” Likewise, don’t rinse your mouth with water after brushing to retain maximum fluoride protection. Grab a straw “Fizzy drinks and cocktails can lead to enamel erosion – but using a straw limits direct contact with your teeth,” says Eddie. “And, even better, finish off sugary drinks with a chaser of water which helps remove any residue left in the mouth before it can build up.” Have a chunk of cheese for dessert Dr Mihir Shah of … [Read more...] about These small changes to your routine will make a big difference to your health
Dad who suffocated wife and drowned kids stands trial: updates from court
The trial of a dad who suffocated his wife and drowned his two children is due to continue today. Sami Salem, 30, was charged with murder after his family’s bodies were found in their ground floor flat in Falkner Street, Toxteth. Salem admitted killing his family and dousing the flat in 25 litres of petrol, leaving the gas on and taking an overdose on Tuesday, May 30, last year. Residents in neighbouring buildings were evacuated over fears of a gas leak, but allowed to return a short time later. Post-mortem examinations found mum Arena Saeed, 30, was killed by asphyxiation, suffocation and blockage of her airways. Daughter Shadia, six, died of asphyxia, blockage of her airways and possible drowning, while son Rami, four, died from drowning. Salem denies murder on the grounds of diminished responsibility, but prosecutors claim there is evidence he was “controlling” Mrs Saeed and suggest the killings were “planned.” Salem’s brother, Nabeel Salem, told … [Read more...] about Dad who suffocated wife and drowned kids stands trial: updates from court
Florin Jianu, SMEs Council: too many legislative changes at the beginning of 2018, significantly affecting SMEs
Data from the National Council of Private SMEs in Romania (CNIPMMR) shows that, in the first three months of 2018, the legislative framework was significantly changed, as the Fiscal Code suffered 120 legislative alterations, which have affected and continue to affect the activity of SMEs. At the general level, official data shows that in the first three months of this year, 835 legislative acts were adopted, and over 45 percent of these directly and significantly affected enterprises, including SMEs (fiscal legislation, mandatory statements and contributions, etc.). Florin Jianu, president of CNIPMMR, said: “The number of changes in the Fiscal Code in Q1 of 2018 is 173 percent higher than in Q1 2017, meaning 120 articles were modified or completed in the first quarter – and the previous year had had a record number of fiscal legislative changes. With this huge volume of legislative acts adopted in the first quarter, we can predict that Romania will continue to hold the … [Read more...] about Florin Jianu, SMEs Council: too many legislative changes at the beginning of 2018, significantly affecting SMEs
COMMENT: Don’t be caught cold by risks of climate change, says Pinsent Masons
0 Have your say This time last week Scotland was firmly in the grip of the so-called Beast from the East, with warmer than usual air at the North Pole bringing what many believe to be our heaviest snowfalls for 20 years. Scientists speculate that these weather patterns will become more common as a result of man-made climate change, which is also believed to be behind other extreme weather events in the UK over recent years.But many pension scheme trustees are unclear whether and how to consider climate change risks, and so trustees will often put the topic in the “too difficult” box.The Law Commission’s 2014 report on the Fiduciary Duties of Investment Intermediaries concludes that trustees should take account of “non-financial factors”, including environmental aspects such as climate change, where these could have a material impact on investment performance. Also, it is well-known that trustees have a duty to take account of all relevant … [Read more...] about COMMENT: Don’t be caught cold by risks of climate change, says Pinsent Masons