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NHS winter crisis: Health Secretary announces funding boost
After a record-breaking summer of A&E visits, officials are bracing for a tough season ahead with new urgent care support.
Vladimir K.: Russian hacker linked to deadly London hospital cyberattack
A 28-year-old alleged core member of the Qilin gang has been detained as investigators probe his role in a 2024 hack that hit London hospitals.
Wegovy and Mounjaro: Why access in Scotland is lowkey impossible
Only 800 Scots have snagged weight loss jabs on the NHS, even though the drugs have been approved for years.
Wales health system under fire after fatal eye cancer diagnosis delay
A coroner's report warns that thousands are at risk after a 70-year-old man died because his follow-up appointment was never scheduled.
Dr. Allison Gardner: The MP fighting for chronic UTI recognition
Labour MP Dr. Allison Gardner is leading a charge in Parliament to finally get chronic UTIs the medical recognition they deserve.
Endometriosis care in Wales is struggling and patients are paying the price
Patients are waking up from surgery to find their procedures weren't even performed due to staffing and resource gaps in the Welsh healthcare system.
Royal College of Pharmacy drops Teva sponsorship amid ethics concerns
The pharmacy body joins the Royal College of Nursing in severing ties with the Israeli drug firm following pressure from activists.
Mental health: New report shuts down 'snowflake' myths about young people
A major NHS review confirms that rising mental health struggles in youth are fueled by real structural crises, not just a lack of resilience.
ADHD and autism diagnoses are under official review in England
A new government-backed study suggests we might be over-diagnosing neurodivergent conditions while failing to provide the right support.
NHS England faces 'ominous' winter pressure as wait times spike
Hospital waiting lists are growing again, and experts warn the health system is already feeling the burn before winter even hits.
UK mental health is in a slump after a decade of major shocks
A new study links the Brexit vote, the pandemic, and economic instability to a long-term rise in anxiety and depression across Britain.
Poppy's Promise: Parents turn their NHS tragedy into a mission for empathy
After losing their daughter due to systemic failures, one couple is partnering with their hospital to ensure no one else experiences the same heartbreak.
Termination for medical reasons: Why we need to stop the silence
Rosanna Brown is pushing for better awareness around TFMR, a complex loss that is often misunderstood by the medical system and society.
Northern Ireland cervical cancer inquiry: Families demand answers
The family of a woman who died after her smear test was misread is joining a growing campaign for a full public inquiry into Northern Ireland’s health system.
NHS mental health trusts under investigation over camera monitoring consent
Ten mental health trusts are in the spotlight for failing to get proper patient consent before using infrared monitoring technology in bedrooms.
GP appointment times in Wales are failing patients needing cancer checks
Doctors say 10-minute slots are too short to properly screen for gynaecological cancers, potentially putting lives at risk.
Essex Mental Health Inquiry: Early Safety Findings Expected Soon
Baroness Lampard is investigating over 2,000 deaths, with potential new rules coming for patient monitoring tech.
Newham Mental Health Centre: Coroner warns of more deaths after fatal attack
After a patient was strangled by another in 2023, a coroner has called out the trust for systemic neglect and staff dishonesty.
NHS West Yorkshire faces legal threat over two-year ADHD assessment wait
ADHD UK is calling out local health bosses, claiming that forcing patients to wait two years for assessments is illegal and lacks proper oversight.
Breast reduction surgery: Why the wait is a major L for patients
For many, getting a medically necessary breast reduction through the NHS feels like a losing battle, and the cost of going private is highkey daunting.
NHS hospitals facing critical shortages of common, daily medications
Major pain relievers and blood pressure tablets are in short supply across English trusts, leaving medical experts concerned about patient care.
Social Care Reform: Why the NHS-style plan might be decades away
Economist Sir Andrew Dilnot warns that a free, universal social care system in England faces massive financial hurdles and a long implementation timeline.
NHS staff suspended over Noah Woods medical records breach
Ten employees are under investigation for snooping into the private files of three-year-old Noah Woods following his tragic death.
Andy Burnham plans to overhaul social care with NHS-style system
The Prime Minister is pledging a radical, universal care service to replace England’s current system, but is keeping the funding plan under wraps for now.
Noah Woods: NHS Trust apologizes after private medical data breach
The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is investigating after the medical records of three-year-old Noah Woods were accessed without permission.
NHS crackdown: Staff face suspension for snooping on patient records
The health service is implementing a zero-tolerance policy against staff who access private medical files without a valid clinical reason.
NHS autism and ADHD assessments now face a two-year wait
A surge in awareness and demand has pushed the health service to its breaking point, leaving nearly 1.3 million people in limbo.
NHS staff investigated for snooping on dead teen's medical records
The family of Oliver McGowan is reeling after learning hospital staff may have accessed his private medical files without any professional reason.
Doctors raise alarm as children as young as 13 face severe ketamine bladder damage
A specialist UK clinic reports a surge in young patients suffering from debilitating bladder issues due to ketamine abuse.