The NHS is set to introduce a universal chickenpox vaccination programme for all young children, a monumental shift in public health policy that could prevent millions of childhood cases and curb dangerous shingles in adults.
Health officials issue urgent warning as childhood vaccination rates across England fall dangerously below WHO safety thresholds, risking resurgence of preventable diseases.
Exclusive investigation reveals how dangerous anti-vaccine myths are fuelling a worrying decline in MMR uptake across UK schools, putting children at risk of measles outbreaks and creating a public health emergency.
Former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt warns against the rising trend of overmedicalising normal childhood development, arguing it overlooks the natural, uneven journey of growing up.
A woman reflects on her favourite childhood outfit - a branded Ecstasy T-shirt - and the complex clash of her innocent Muslim girl identity with 90s rave culture.
NHS England deploys a unique team of 'people experts' to hospitals in South London to manage severe winter pressures, patient flow, and staff welfare during a major incident.
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.
Exclusive NHS data reveals a shocking rise in children as young as ten being prescribed anti-obesity injections like Wegovy, raising serious safety concerns among medical experts.
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
The NHS is spearheading a major crackdown on sugar and salt in baby food. Discover how new mandatory limits and a ban on sweeteners aim to reshape children's health and combat the UK's obesity crisis from weaning age.
Exclusive analysis reveals NHS Scotland's staff sickness rates have soared to their highest level in 10 years, with 18 out of 18 health boards reporting increased absenteeism, raising alarm about workforce burnout and patient care.
A concerning report reveals that 85% of UK kids aren't getting enough physical activity, with experts warning of long-term health consequences.
Dozens of NHS trusts are under pressure to cut costs after the Department of Health and Social Care ordered urgent savings, raising concerns over patient care.
New figures reveal NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.57 million, with patients facing agonising delays for specialist care. Experts warn the crisis is far from over.
A mother's intuition saved her daughter's life after doctors repeatedly dismissed her limp as 'growing pains'. The shocking truth? A rare bone cancer.
A recent report highlights severe staffing shortages within the NHS, raising concerns over patient care and service sustainability. Experts warn of growing pressures on healthcare workers.
Exclusive poll reveals overwhelming public support for junior doctors' strike amid NHS staffing crisis and record waiting lists.
Dozens of UK hospitals are at risk of closure due to severe funding cuts and rising operational costs, sparking fears of a deepening healthcare crisis. Experts warn of dire consequences for patient care.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses the British Medical Association of resisting NHS reforms, sparking debate over pay disputes and private sector involvement.
Junior doctors in England are set to walk out again in an ongoing pay dispute with the government, raising concerns over NHS services.
Junior doctors across England have launched a five-day strike, demanding better pay and working conditions. The NHS faces severe disruption as negotiations stall.
Junior doctors in England are set to walk out for five days in February, escalating their pay dispute with the government. Here’s how it could impact NHS services.
Junior doctors across England begin their longest-ever strike, demanding fair pay and better working conditions, as NHS warns of severe disruptions to patient care.
A mother reveals her heartbreak after discovering her 11-year-old daughter was prescribed weight-loss injections, sparking a debate on childhood obesity treatments.
A groundbreaking AI-powered tool can now predict childhood obesity with high accuracy, offering early intervention opportunities to combat the growing health crisis.
A damning report exposes the NHS's £27bn liability for maternity care failures, with thousands of families affected by systemic issues in England's healthcare system.
Junior doctors in England have launched another round of strikes, intensifying their dispute with the government over pay and working conditions. The NHS braces for further disruption as negotiations remain deadlocked.
A major new study finds no connection between routine childhood vaccinations and autism, reinforcing decades of scientific consensus.
UK doctors are striking once more over pay and working conditions, deepening the NHS crisis. Here’s why they’re walking out and what it means for patients.
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces bold NHS reforms, promising to tackle inefficiencies and improve healthcare access for UK families.