Thousands of patients across the East of England will benefit from faster access to vital bone scans as the government confirms funding for two new DEXA scanners in the region.  DEXA scanners play a crucial role in the diagnosis of osteoporosis and other bone conditions, which affect thousands of patients across the east, often leading to life-changing fractures if left undetected. In our region, scanners will go to North West Anglia NHS […]

Nearly a quarter (23%) of the adults in the East of England are affected by debilitating anxiety conditions and many are missing out on free, effective treatment that could help improve their lives. New analysis of NHS data shows that over 670,000 people nationally were treated through NHS talking therapy care last year – nearly […]

The use of innovative technology – including software to process repeat prescriptions and digital health records – is helping the NHS in the East of England improve productivity, cut waiting times for patients and support clinicians to deliver life-saving services. Latest statistics published by NHS England show that the waiting list for NHS treatment in […]

The NHS’s lead for workforce and training in the East of England is this week encouraging people to consider an NHS apprenticeship as part of National Apprenticeship Week. More than 27,000 people started an NHS apprenticeship across the country last year, with nearly 2,500 of those within the East of England – providing more opportunities […]

Cancer patients in the East of England will receive faster diagnosis, quicker treatment and support to live well with cancer under the National Cancer Plan, published today. Each year, there are around 40,000 cancer diagnoses in the East of England. For the first time, the NHS will commit to ensuring three in four people diagnosed with cancer from […]

From today (Monday 19 January), members of the public, patients, staff and stakeholders can share their views on proposals to relocate the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre to a new, purpose-built facility next to Watford General Hospital, managed by University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). Today’s launch of the public consultation comes after an […]

Plans to secure the future of specialist cancer services for more than two million people in the East of England and beyond have moved a step closer, with agreement on how to fund the capital for a new cancer centre paving the way for a public consultation later this month. Between 19 January 2026 and […]

Record numbers of people are expected to log into the NHS App on Christmas Day to help manage their health. New analysis from NHS England has found that more than 33,000 people in the East of England used the app on 25 December 2024 – with even more expected this Christmas Day. Figures show that the […]

The East of England’s top doctor is today reminding people that the NHS is still there for those who need it over Christmas and the New Year – but urges people to use services wisely at what’s typically one of the busiest times of the year. NHS 111, pharmacies, GP practices and urgent dental services will […]

The East of England’s medical director is urging patients to continue coming forward for care despite five days of resident doctors’ strikes starting today. Industrial action began at 7am Wednesday 17 December and runs until 7am on Monday 22 December, with hospital teams across the region working harder than ever to ensure disruption is kept […]