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.
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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 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.
NHS Children's Hospital Crisis: 150% Capacity Reached
Major NHS hospitals declare critical incidents as paediatric emergency departments face unprecedented demand, with one children's hospital operating at 150% capacity.
Children face 12-hour A&E waits in NHS crisis
Shocking new data reveals children are facing dangerously long waits in NHS emergency departments, with some young patients waiting over 12 hours for treatment as hospitals struggle with unprecedented demand.
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.
Baby's 'normal' fixed gaze was actually brain tumour
A mother's persistent concerns about her baby's unusual fixed gaze were repeatedly dismissed by medical professionals until a shocking brain tumour diagnosis revealed the terrifying truth.
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.
Toddler paralysed after cold triggers rare condition
A three-year-old girl from the UK has been left paralysed from the neck down after a common cold virus triggered a devastating rare condition called transverse myelitis.
Children suffered 'grievous harm' in pandemic care disruption
Shocking inquiry finds vulnerable children faced catastrophic consequences when Covid-19 restrictions severed access to essential healthcare and support systems across the UK.
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.
Childhood Chronic Pain Causes Adult Health Issues - Study
New research from Australia uncovers the hidden crisis of chronic pain in children, linking it to significant physical and mental health challenges in adulthood. Experts call for urgent changes in paediatric care.
Children's Protein Needs: The Truth Parents Should Know
New research challenges common beliefs about children's protein needs. Discover the surprising truth about how much protein your child really requires and the best dietary sources for healthy growth.
Girl dies of cancer after doctors wrongly blame parents
Ava Macfarlane's aggressive cancer was missed by medics who blamed her parents for the lump on her face. Her heartbroken family shares their story to prevent future tragedies.
Mother Sues NHS Over Toddler's Misdiagnosed Sepsis
A mother is suing an NHS hospital after doctors allegedly dismissed her three-year-old daughter's life-threatening sepsis symptoms as a simple virus, leading to a catastrophic medical emergency.
The baby feeding switch that prevents ear infections
Leading paediatricians reveal how a tiny change in how you hold your baby's bottle during feeding can drastically reduce ear infections, aid digestion, and support healthier development. This free technique is a game-changer for UK parents.
Melbourne Hospital Panel Confronts War's Impact on Kids
A poignant panel discussion at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital, featuring former ABC journalist Sophie McNeill and paediatric experts, confronts the devastating and often overlooked health consequences of war on the world's most vulnerable children.
Critically ill Gaza children evacuated to UK for NHS care
The first group of severely ill and wounded children from the Gaza conflict has arrived in the UK. They are now receiving urgent, specialist medical care from the NHS, marking a major humanitarian effort.
Children's Mental Health Crisis Overwhelms A&E Departments
Exclusive NHS data reveals shocking 53% surge in children detained under Mental Health Act in English and Welsh A&E departments, exposing severe systemic failures in youth psychiatric care.
Teen's headaches reveal massive brain tumour diagnosis
A 13-year-old boy's severe headaches were dismissed as migraines before a devastating diagnosis uncovered a massive brain tumour. His family shares their harrowing journey.
Doctors missed chances to spot deadly meningitis in toddler
A damning inquest finds that medical professionals failed to recognise the deadly signs of meningitis in 18-month-old William Mead, leading to a 'catastrophic outcome' and sparking calls for urgent NHS protocol reforms.
White House Report Reveals UK Children's Health Crisis
A damning White House report reveals a growing epidemic of poor health among British children, with rising obesity, mental health issues and developmental delays threatening a generation's future.
Mental Health Crisis: 30% Surge in NHS Prescriptions
Exclusive NHS data analysis uncovers a dramatic 30% rise in mental health medication prescriptions across England, highlighting a deepening national health crisis and growing pressure on services.
Eye tilt symptom reveals child's brain tumour
The story of a mother's intuition and the crucial eye symptom that uncovered her daughter's rare brain tumour, optic nerve glioma. Learn the signs every parent should know.
UK Warning: Child Overdoses on Melatonin Sleep Gummies Spike
Exclusive: A sharp rise in UK children hospitalised after overdosing on 'sleep aid' gummies prompts urgent safety warnings from health officials and poison control centres.
Sedated Children Flown on Small Planes for NHS Treatments
An investigation reveals vulnerable children are being sedated and transported on small planes for NHS treatments due to a lack of specialist beds, raising serious safety and ethical concerns.
UK Warning: Kids Overdosing on Melatonin Gummies
UK health experts issue a stark warning as children's melatonin gummy overdoses surge. Learn the risks and essential safety tips for parents.
Get NHS prescriptions directly from your pharmacist
A major NHS shake-up in England will soon allow patients to get prescriptions for common conditions directly from a pharmacist, freeing up millions of GP appointments.
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