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Oxford expert launches groundbreaking early psychosis treatment trial

A specialist in psychiatry from Oxford University has outlined how his investigations are enhancing outcomes for individuals dealing with psychosis. Dr Graham Blackman holds a senior clinical researc...

Little Mix star welcomes testing for rare genetic disorder, after Oxford study

Former Little Mix bandmate, Jesy Nelson, has welcomed the news that all newborn babies will be tested for a rare genetic disorder.

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Oxford expert launches groundbreaking early psychosis treatment trial

A specialist in psychiatry from Oxford University has outlined how his investigations are enhancing outcomes for individuals dealing with psychosis. Dr Graham Blackman holds a senior clinical researc...

Little Mix star welcomes testing for rare genetic disorder, after Oxford study

Former Little Mix bandmate, Jesy Nelson, has welcomed the news that all newborn babies will be tested for a rare genetic disorder.

Britons warned to steer clear of fraudulent medical products

The NHS has issued a pressing alert to patients regarding the purchase of counterfeit medications within the country. NHS Thames Valley is advising individuals to refrain from acquiring medicines and...

John Radcliffe gets £11m overhaul for urgent care services

Building work on a significant scheme to upgrade emergency services at the John Radcliffe Hospital is now in progress. Backed by central NHS capital investment, the £11 million Urgent and Emergency C...

Oxfordshire faces urgent amber heat health alert ahead of fourth heatwave

A second-tier heat warning has been activated for the East Midlands, eastern regions of England, the capital, and the southeastern part of the country. This warning comes into effect at 9am on Wednes...

Burnham: NHS faces collapse without social care reform

Britain's health service faces potential breakdown without comprehensive changes to care provision throughout England, the Prime Minister has warned. In his inaugural significant interview since assu...

Violinist gets clearer sound quality with breakthrough hearing device

A musician from Oxfordshire can now appreciate her performances more fully after obtaining new hearing equipment. Jenny Hellyer, 71, from Eynsham, reports that both her musical pursuits and everyday ...

VR tech offers new hope for children battling fear of injections

A computer-generated treatment may assist young individuals in conquering their fear of needles. Research has demonstrated that this automated intervention can diminish adolescents' apprehension towa...

Thousands of Oxfordshire residents are driving health research forward

Last year saw more than 25,000 individuals engage in health and social care research initiatives. The number encompasses approximately 10,000 contributors at Oxford University Hospitals, representing...

Oxford Health junior psychiatrist wins award for outstanding psychiatric work

A dedicated psychiatrist has been honoured by an NHS trust. Max Shaw, a third-year core psychiatry trainee at Oxford Health, has been awarded the NHS trust's June Exceptional People Individual Award....

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust set to host mental health public meeting

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust will host its Annual Members' Meeting alongside its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 24. The gathering is scheduled to occur at The Voco - Oxford Spire...

Oxfordshire residents warned over silent liver disease symptoms

Health experts at Oxford University Hospitals are urging members of the public to undergo testing for hepatitis B and hepatitis C ahead of World Hepatitis Day on Tuesday, July 28. Medical professiona...

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Local Oxford pizza venue debuts exciting new loyalty scheme

An independent pizzeria serving Italian cuisine in Oxford has introduced a fresh loyalty programme for its patrons. BBuona Pinsa Bar, the independent establishment specialising in Roman-style pizza s...

Vandals scrawl anti-immigration slogans on Oxfordshire building

Vandalism targeting immigration has occurred in a north Oxfordshire community, coinciding with proposals for an asylum processing facility. Offensive graffiti displaying the phrase Stop the Boats has...

Oxfordshire rain: When can we expect wet weather?

How long until rain returns to Oxfordshire? Residents throughout the region are pleading for precipitation as the extended dry period shows no sign of ending. This week, the county was officially cl...

Village fury as Cotswold housing scheme branded unsuitable

A proposal to construct 16 dwellings at a Cotswolds village boundary has been condemned by angry residents who describe it as unsuitable. The construction scheme, with eight units designated as affor...