child health

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Jan 26, 2026 • via BBC News

UK forfeits measles elimination for third time since 2016

3,600 cases in 2024 end status held just three years

The UK's repeated loss of measles elimination status reveals failing vaccination delivery across governments. Rates below 95% expose systemic gaps in access, trust, and accountability amid rising cases.

Nov 25, 2025 • via BBC News

220 Children Enter Puberty Blocker Trial After Safety Ban

King's College study tests banned drugs on under-16s amid ethical backlash and Cass review warnings

A new UK trial revives puberty blockers for gender-distressed youth despite a national ban on safety grounds, exposing persistent gaps in evidence-based child health policy. This move highlights cross-party failures to prioritize prevention over reactive research, deepening NHS trust erosion.