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Trump's IVF Bombshell Impacts Millions of Americans

In a stunning political move, Donald Trump has announced support for IVF restrictions that could affect millions of Americans seeking fertility treatment, sparking nationwide concern among prospective parents and medical professionals.

Trans people risk exclusion from UK public spaces

A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.

Swinney's GP Walking Plan Branded 'Half-Baked'

First Minister John Swinney confronts intense criticism after announcing plans for new walking networks connecting GP practices, with opponents calling the scheme underdeveloped and lacking crucial detail.

NHS Crisis: 4-Week GP Wait Times Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals patients in England are waiting up to a month to see GPs despite government promises of 48-hour access, with rural areas hit hardest by the growing healthcare crisis.

Missouri's Last Planned Parenthood Closes After GOP Defunding

In a dramatic blow to reproductive healthcare access, Missouri's sole remaining Planned Parenthood facility faces imminent closure after state Republicans blocked crucial Medicaid funding, leaving thousands of patients without vital services.

US rural airline subsidies failing communities

Exclusive investigation reveals how America's Essential Air Service programme is struggling to maintain vital air links to remote communities despite millions in taxpayer funding.

FDA approves generic abortion pill mifepristone

In a landmark decision, US regulators have approved the first generic version of mifepristone, potentially transforming reproductive healthcare access and reducing costs across America.

Bartell Drugs Closures: Seattle Pharmacy Crisis Deepens

The iconic 133-year-old Bartell Drugs chain faces massive closures across Seattle as CVS shuts down multiple locations, leaving communities without vital pharmacy services and raising concerns about healthcare access.

NHS GP Appointment Changes: What You Need to Know

The NHS is implementing sweeping changes to GP appointment systems across the UK. Discover how new digital tools, extended hours, and streamlined processes will transform how you access healthcare.

NHS digital booking excludes vulnerable patients

Exclusive investigation reveals how new NHS digital appointment systems are leaving vulnerable patients behind, with doctors warning of a growing healthcare divide across Britain.

Glasgow patients face 100-mile trips for surgery

Scottish health board confirms controversial plan to transfer general surgery from Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital to Edinburgh, sparking patient welfare concerns.

Countryside Code updated with new rules for visitors

The iconic Countryside Code for England and Wales has been updated for the first time in a decade, introducing new guidance on nighttime fishing, interacting with livestock, and 'leave no trace' principles for the modern visitor.

Senior Doctors Issue Dire NHS Collapse Warning

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.

California Hospitals Forced to Deny Care Under ICE Policy

Exclusive: A leaked memo shows California hospitals are being pressured to deny non-emergency care to undocumented migrants under a new ICE directive, raising alarm among medical professionals and human rights advocates.

NHS allows pharmacists to prescribe for common conditions

Major NHS shake-up allows pharmacists to prescribe treatments for common conditions like sinusitis and sore throats, freeing up millions of GP appointments and transforming high street pharmacy services across England.

NHS Crisis: Patients Face 2-Week Waits for GP Appointments

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.

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