Department of Health and Social Care

We're improving care for people living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). This includes new training for NHS staff to help tackle the stigma of the condition. ME/CFS patients will also get care closer to home through our 10 Year Health Plan.

Health and Social Care Secretary @WesStreeting responds to the BMA confirming Resident Doctor strikes will go ahead on Friday 👇

Hospice patients like Geoff deserve the best comfort, dignity and support. We’re giving hospices a £75 million boost through @hospiceuk. @SKinnock visited @WL_Hospice see how staff are already giving patients higher quality care. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

📍 10 Year Health Plan in Action @SKinnock visits the first 24/7 neighbourhood mental health centre @NHS_ELFT Five more centres like this will open later this year. Part of our shift from hospital to community care to make the NHS fit for the future. england.nhs.uk/2025/07/first-…

Today, @DHSCgovuk has announced a boost in support for patients with chronic fatigue syndrome or ME. As part of this, we're looking to fund research into post-acute infection syndromes, including long COVID and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. Find out more…

#ZeroHIVStigmaDay reminds us that knowledge conquers fear.   We're working to end stigma and increase access to HIV prevention like PrEP. We're also working with partners to develop a new HIV Action Plan.   Learn more: tht.org.uk/news/campaign-…

Hospices support patients and families through their hardest moments. We're investing another £75 million into hospice care through @hospiceuk, to fund: 🏡 building and upgrading facilities 🖥️ upgrading tech 🛏️ buying essential equipment Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

BREAKING: Ofwat abolished in biggest overhaul of water since privatisation. New water regulator established to cut pollution into our rivers and protect families from massive bill hikes. Water responsibilities across four regulators merged into one. gov.uk/government/new…

Water and sewage are critical infrastructure for public health. The Independent Water Commission final report makes important recommendations including on specific public health targets. gov.uk/government/pub…

The NHS is inviting 16–25 year olds who left school without having their HPV vaccination to get the lifesaving cancer vaccine. Just one dose protects against cancers caused by HPV, including cervical, throat & genital cancers. Read more ➡️ england.nhs.uk/2025/07/hundre…

Our 10 Year Health Plan will make the NHS fit for the future. Find out what the plan means for you 👇

🏫 Some schools are breaking up for summer but these Year 3s @RipplePrimary aren't done yet. Watch them put @WesStreeting in the hot seat at the launch of our Activate partnership with Joe Wicks @thebodycoach Try the first workout: youtube.com/watch?v=ClA9lt… @lbbdcouncil

Following a phenomenal response from donors, the amber alert on blood stocks is to be stood down from 21 July. The NHS needs blood all year round, so we encourage anyone who can donate to still do so. Find out more. ➡️ nhsbt.nhs.uk/news/national-…

After a positive bowel cancer screening test, Stephen had keyhole surgery to treat cancer. Screening is one of the many ways to catch illness before it spreads. The 10 Year Health Plan will help us increase access and uptake of screening services ➡️ gov.uk/government/pub…

Through our 10 Year Health Plan we are modernising pharmacy services by giving technicians more responsibility, allowing pharmacists more time for clinical care.   This is common sense reform with safety at its core - meaning shorter waiting times and better access for patients.