BMA: NHS Patient Safety at Risk in English Hospitals
The British Medical Association issues urgent warning about deteriorating NHS conditions, revealing patient safety compromises and systemic failures across England's healthcare system.
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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.
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.
Fish Skin Grafts & Pig Hearts: NHS Medical Breakthrough
Groundbreaking medical procedures using fish skin for burns and genetically modified pig hearts are transforming patient care in British hospitals, offering new hope where conventional treatments fall short.
NHS medical cannabis crisis leaves thousands untreated
Exclusive investigation reveals how chronic pain and menopause patients are being forced into private healthcare or illegal markets as NHS medical cannabis prescriptions remain virtually inaccessible five years after legalisation.
Scientist: Alzheimer's cure may be in existing drugs
Groundbreaking research suggests the key to defeating Alzheimer's disease may already exist in our medicine cabinets, as a leading scientist reveals how common medications could be repurposed to fight dementia.
NHS bans doctors from speaking out on patient safety
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS managers are using controversial confidentiality clauses to silence medical professionals raising concerns about patient care standards and service shortcomings across Britain's health service.
NHS England waiting lists hit record 7.75 million
New data reveals NHS England's waiting list has soared to 7.75 million patients, creating the most challenging winter in health service history with urgent calls for government action.
Patrick Vaughan: Anaesthesia Pioneer Who Saved Countless Lives
Discover the extraordinary legacy of Patrick Vaughan, the visionary anaesthetist whose pioneering work transformed surgical safety and saved countless lives worldwide.
NHS mandates second opinions for GPs in diagnostic overhaul
New NHS England guidance mandates GPs to refer patients for specialist second opinions if diagnosis isn't reached promptly, aiming to reduce dangerous delays and improve patient safety across UK surgeries.
Labour's NHS Reforms: Visionary or Vague?
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.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
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.
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.
NHS doctor struck off after patient assault tribunal
A senior NHS doctor has been struck off the medical register after a tribunal found he assaulted a vulnerable patient and attempted to cover up his misconduct in a major breach of professional ethics.
AI predicts 1000+ disease risks in UK healthcare breakthrough
A revolutionary AI system developed by UK researchers can now forecast an individual's genetic risk for over 1000 conditions, transforming preventive healthcare and early diagnosis.
Elton John's Bizarre Knee Surgery with Medieval Device Revealed
Exclusive details emerge about Sir Elton John's extraordinary knee replacement surgery, involving a bizarre medical device that left the music icon in agony. The Rocket Man's painful recovery and his doctor's unconventional methods are finally disclosed.
NHS Hospital League Tables Will "Harm, Not Heal"
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.
Remembering Sir Kenneth Calman: Medical Visionary
A tribute to the life and legacy of renowned Scottish surgeon and former Chief Medical Officer Sir Kenneth Calman, whose reforms shaped modern UK public health.
Ranvir Singh's emotional chat with grieving mum at NHS protest
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.
Woman's forehead rebuilt in world-first cancer surgery
A British woman who lost her entire forehead to a rare cancer has had it successfully rebuilt in a world-first surgery. Discover her incredible journey and the medical marvel that gave her a second chance.
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.
NHS Crisis: Record 7.6M on Waiting Lists as A&E Waits Soar
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.
Sussex NHS Trust Placed Under 'Enhanced Support' Amid Crisis
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.
NHS is 'broken' says Labour's Wes Streeting
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers a blistering assessment of the NHS, branding it 'broken' and vowing a fundamental transformation to prioritise patient care and efficiency if Labour wins the next election.
Doctors find thermometer inside patient for 20 years
A routine hospital visit in the UK uncovers a decades-old medical blunder as doctors find a clinical thermometer mysteriously lodged inside a patient. The bizarre case raises serious questions about patient safety and historical medical practices.
NHS Strike Escalation Threat Over Outsourcing Plans
Exclusive: The UK government faces imminent NHS strike escalation as unions vow to combat plans replacing striking staff with outsourced workers, potentially prolonging the largest walkout in health service history.
AI Heart Scan Breakthrough: Early Detection Could Save Thousands
Groundbreaking research presented at Madrid's cardiology conference reveals a new AI-powered heart scan that detects hidden conditions years earlier, potentially saving thousands of lives annually through early intervention.
Top Gynaecologist Suspended and Ordered for Retraining
Renowned consultant gynaecologist Dr Miranda Robinson has been suspended from the medical register and ordered to complete further training after a tribunal found deficiencies in her professional performance. The case has sent shockwaves through the UK me
Wes Streeting: The NHS is 'broken' and needs fundamental reform
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers a stark diagnosis of the NHS, labelling it 'broken' and vowing a fundamental transformation to save the cherished institution from collapse.
ChatGPT's dangerous A&E advice shocks medical experts
Exclusive: A UK man's shocking experience with ChatGPT's medical advice raises serious concerns about AI safety and the future of healthcare guidance. Experts warn against relying on AI for critical health decisions.
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