Innovations

NHS statistics show 2.34 million people had open mental health referrals in England at the end of August 2026, with 446,269 new referrals recorded during the month. 

Researchers identified lipid chain elongation as a conserved hallmark of ageing across four species, with experiments linking lipid remodelling to lifespan.

NHS rolls out rapid genomic testing pilot that could shorten brain tumour diagnosis and provide results during surgery. 

Real-world study found Tetris reduced cravings for substances, food, drinks and other activities. 

Children in London found to have faster lung function growth than those in Luton following ULEZ introduction.

39 emerging technologies identified for paediatric neurological trauma, revealing gaps in prevention and rehabilitation.

Population-based genomic analysis of newborn dried blood spots identified cancer-predisposing variants in 6.8% of children who later developed early-onset malignancies. 

New research identified hepatic and lipid markers associated with prevalent breast cancer status after age adjustment. Read more.