Lab-grown cells form early human heart structure
British scientists achieve medical milestone as stem cells self-organise into early heart structure, opening new frontiers for congenital heart disease research and drug testing.
British scientists achieve medical milestone as stem cells self-organise into early heart structure, opening new frontiers for congenital heart disease research and drug testing.
Exclusive research reveals Londoners are losing confidence in the NHS, with growing concerns about waiting times, staff shortages and mental health services.
A devoted mother makes the ultimate sacrifice, selling her home to finance critical cardiac treatment in America for her son born with rare heart defects after facing treatment limitations within the NHS system.
Exclusive: A top NHS consultant reveals how overwhelmed hospitals are failing patients and why government promises aren't matching reality on the ground.
Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.
Medical experts reveal the crucial warning signs your body sends in the weeks leading up to a cardiac event. Discover the subtle symptoms you must never ignore.
The NHS is set to undergo a transparency revolution as new performance league tables will rank every trust in England from 2025, revealing critical patient safety risks and care quality variations.
Exclusive: Ambitious government proposals to transform NHS England face significant delays and opposition, with key reforms now in jeopardy as implementation timeline stretches indefinitely.
Groundbreaking research challenges long-held beliefs about maximum heart rates during exercise, with surprising implications for your fitness routine.
Exclusive: As heart attack and stroke cases surge among people in their 50s, a leading cardiologist shares the crucial warning signs most people miss. Discover how to protect your heart health today.
In an extraordinary tale of survival, a Virginia man experiencing a massive heart attack managed to drive himself to hospital, where a leading cardiologist happened to be on duty - the same specialist who had treated his father years earlier.
As the Labour government unveils sweeping NHS reforms, experts and insiders question the lack of a concrete delivery plan. This analysis examines the funding, staffing, and logistical challenges threatening to derail the ambitious health service overhaul.
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
Exclusive: The Royal College of Physicians delivers a stark warning to the UK government, stating the NHS is at breaking point and requires urgent intervention to prevent systemic collapse.
Leading cardiologists issue an urgent warning about the subtle, often-missed symptoms of a 'silent' heart attack. Discover the critical signs that could save your life, from unusual fatigue to jaw pain, and learn why women are at greater risk.
A damning new report warns that government plans to rank NHS hospitals in competitive 'league tables' will cripple collaboration, demoralise staff, and ultimately harm patient care across the UK.
Good Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh was visibly moved during an emotional interview with a bereaved mother protesting outside Parliament. The powerful exchange highlighted the human cost of NHS waiting times and staffing shortages.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a simple, free activity that dramatically improves cardiovascular health and longevity. Discover how incorporating stairs into your daily routine can be a lifesaving decision.
An exclusive investigation by The Independent reveals a deepening crisis in NHS maternity care, with staff forced to deliver babies in outdated and potentially unsafe buildings across England.
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust declares critical incident as emergency departments are overwhelmed with patients. Major delays and service disruptions reported across Brighton and East Sussex.
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of NHS GP access, with millions waiting over two weeks for appointments and facing a postcode lottery for care. Discover the human impact of the growing healthcare crisis.
Exclusive analysis reveals the NHS is grappling with its most severe crisis as waiting lists soar to a record high and A&E performance plummets to its lowest level. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm' threatening patient care.
The NHS Sussex integrated care board has been escalated to 'tier 2' oversight following a review that uncovered significant failings in its leadership and culture, raising serious concerns for health services across Brighton and East Sussex.
Exclusive analysis reveals a devastating postcode lottery in cancer care across England. Patients in worst-performing NHS areas wait over two months for life-saving treatment after diagnosis, breaching critical safety targets and putting lives at risk.
Cancer Research UK issues a stark warning to the government, calling for immediate investment in NHS staff and equipment to tackle record-high cancer waiting times in England and prevent a future surge in avoidable deaths.
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust declares critical incident as emergency departments face unprecedented pressure, with patients facing 26-hour waits and ambulances queuing outside.
A major NHS trial using artificial intelligence has dramatically reduced waiting times for hospital care, cutting the wait for some treatments from 14 weeks to just 6. Discover how this UK healthcare breakthrough is transforming patient care.
Exclusive investigation reveals hospital bosses at England's worst-performing NHS trusts are receiving staggering salaries and bonuses, with some earning over £200,000 annually despite catastrophic failings in patient care and safety standards.
The UK government revives Blair-era hospital performance ratings. This in-depth analysis examines whether the new NHS league tables can tackle waiting lists and improve patient care amidst ongoing healthcare challenges.
Exclusive analysis of NHS performance data uncovers a stark postcode lottery in hospital care across Britain, with several trusts ranking as the worst in the country for key treatment targets and A&E waits.