Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
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NHS doctor quits over 'discriminatory' pension scheme
A respected NHS consultant has dramatically resigned after two decades of service, swearing off his pension in protest against what he calls a 'discriminatory' retirement scheme that's pushing experienced medics out of the health service.
Nine prescription drugs could become over-the-counter
Major NHS reforms could see prescription-only medications for conditions like hay fever and heartburn become available in pharmacies without a doctor's note, saving millions and reducing GP waiting times.
NHS waiting lists slashed by 206,000 patients
New figures reveal significant progress in reducing NHS waiting times with 206,000 fewer patients waiting for treatment, marking a major milestone in healthcare recovery.
NHS 10-minute robotic prostate surgery cuts waiting lists
Exclusive: British surgeons pioneer revolutionary robotic prostate procedures that take just 10 minutes, offering new hope for thousands stuck on NHS waiting lists. Discover how this medical breakthrough is transforming cancer care across the UK.
NHS hospitals cut services as winter pressure mounts
Exclusive: NHS leaders warn of service reductions and longer waits as hospitals across England face unprecedented pressure and staffing shortages ahead of winter.
Free Flu Jab 2024: Who Qualifies?
Millions of Brits can get free flu vaccines this autumn. Discover if you're eligible for NHS protection against seasonal influenza and where to get your jab.
NHS Prescription Alert: 3 Groups Must Act Now
Urgent warning for pensioners, benefit claimants and those with medical exemptions as prescription costs rise to £9.90 per item from April 1st. Discover how to protect your free prescriptions.
Free NHS Blood Pressure Checks Expand to Pharmacies
Millions of Brits can now get free blood pressure tests at their local pharmacy as NHS expands life-saving service to combat silent killer
NHS Bureaucracy Exposed: Managers Outnumber Frontline Staff
An NHS doctor's viral revelation exposes staggering bureaucracy as managers outnumber frontline staff, sparking outrage over wasted resources and patient care neglect.
NHS staff fury over parking charge increases
NHS workers across Britain are expressing outrage as hospital trusts implement controversial parking fee increases, adding financial pressure to healthcare heroes already struggling with cost-of-living crisis.
NHS negligence bill hits £60bn - bigger than nuclear cleanup
Shocking report reveals NHS medical negligence liabilities have quadrupled to £60 billion - exceeding Britain's nuclear decommissioning costs and creating one of government's largest financial burdens.
Home Office blocks NHS medical cannabis prescriptions
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Home Office is preventing NHS doctors in England and Wales from prescribing cannabis-based medicines, creating a healthcare postcode lottery across the UK.
NHS Blame Culture: The Hidden Epidemic
Exclusive investigation reveals how a toxic blame culture within the NHS is driving staff to breaking point and compromising patient care across Britain.
Vet prescription price cap proposed by watchdog
Britain's competition watchdog unveils groundbreaking reforms to tackle the veterinary crisis, including prescription price caps and mandatory price transparency to protect millions of pet owners.
Londoners' trust in NHS plummets amid healthcare concerns
Exclusive research reveals Londoners are losing confidence in the NHS, with growing concerns about waiting times, staff shortages and mental health services.
NHS crisis: Senior doctor warns of 'unacceptable' patient care
Exclusive: A top NHS consultant reveals how overwhelmed hospitals are failing patients and why government promises aren't matching reality on the ground.
NHS gluten-free prescription cuts worry coeliac patients
Millions with coeliac disease confront reduced NHS support as gluten-free prescriptions face cuts, raising concerns about health inequality and financial burden.
NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism
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.
NHS axes gluten-free prescriptions in Cheshire & Merseyside
Thousands of coeliac patients face new costs as NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ends gluten-free food prescriptions in controversial cost-cutting measure.
NHS cuts gluten-free prescriptions for coeliac patients
Thousands of coeliac patients in North West England face significant changes as NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ends gluten-free food prescriptions, sparking concerns about financial impact and health equality.
NHS Trust League Tables Launching in 2025
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.
Free NHS Dental Treatment: Check Your Eligibility Now
Exclusive investigation reveals millions of Brits are missing out on free NHS dental care they're entitled to. Discover if you qualify for completely cost-free treatment.
NHS England overhaul plans stall amid growing opposition
Exclusive: Ambitious government proposals to transform NHS England face significant delays and opposition, with key reforms now in jeopardy as implementation timeline stretches indefinitely.
NHS prescription shake-up: Millions may lose free meds
Major NHS reforms could see patients with minor conditions like sore throats and headaches losing automatic prescription rights as health bosses tackle £1.2 billion medication waste crisis.
Pharmacy-led NHS reform could save £2 billion annually
Major new analysis reveals shifting millions of GP appointments to local pharmacies could save NHS England up to £2 billion annually while improving patient access to care.
Court mandates digital prescriptions over doctors' bad handwriting
In a landmark ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has mandated digital prescriptions to combat dangerous medical errors caused by doctors' illegible handwriting, revolutionising patient safety standards.
NHS to prescribe Mounjaro for weight loss in major shift
The NHS is poised to prescribe diabetes medication Mounjaro for weight loss in a groundbreaking move that could help millions of Britons struggling with obesity. Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces major expansion of weight management services.
NHS: Get 7 Medications Without GP Appointment
Major NHS shake-up allows patients to get treatments for seven common conditions directly from pharmacies, reducing GP waiting times and revolutionising healthcare access across Britain.
NHS: Check if you can save £600+ on prescriptions
Millions of Brits could save over £600 yearly on NHS prescriptions through little-known certificate scheme - check if you qualify now.
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