Hospital failed to tell father-of-seven he was dying
William Chapman died after Countess of Chester Hospital failed to disclose his terminal pulmonary fibrosis. The Ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full report.
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NHS Scotland spends £360k on actors amid waiting lists
Scotland's NHS faces backlash for spending £360,000 on professional actors to role-play patients while 850,000 people remain on waiting lists. Critics demand funds be redirected to frontline care.
NHS failures contributed to girl's suicide, inquest finds
A coroner's court found inadequate NHS testing for a rare brain condition possibly contributed to the death of 12-year-old Mia Lucas. Her mother vows never to forgive the failings.
Mum's agony as hospital failed to spot girl's brain condition
Mia Lucas, 12, died after an undiagnosed brain condition was missed by NHS medics. Her mother says she will 'never forgive' the hospital failures. Read the full story.
YouTuber's health crisis sparks $230k fundraising effort
YouTube star Brandon Buckingham faces a long recovery after multiple organ failure. The 30-year-old has launched a GoFundMe to support his wife and baby, raising over $230,000.
Spain's €1.1bn Ghost Airport: A €10k Failure
The shocking story of Spain's €1.1 billion 'ghost airport' that operated for just three years before closing. Discover how this infrastructure disaster lost billions.
Elderly man kills partner after hospital sent him home
Tragic case sees 95-year-old Ernest Gray stab partner Margaret Day 50 times while suffering delirium days after hospital discharge. Coroner issues prevention of future deaths report.
NHS faces winter crisis as early flu outbreak threatens thousands
The NHS braces for its toughest winter yet as an early flu season collides with ongoing pressures. Health officials warn of potential thousands of fatalities and overwhelming strain on hospital services across the UK.
Guterres: 1.5°C climate failure 'moral catastrophe'
UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers impassioned warning at COP30 summit, declaring the world's failure to meet critical climate targets a profound moral failure that threatens humanity's future.
NHS recruits thousands of Australian healthcare staff
The NHS is launching an unprecedented recruitment drive in Australia to fill critical staffing gaps, offering relocation packages worth thousands amid ongoing healthcare workforce shortages.
Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout
NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
Scotland's NHS overhaul doomed without staffing fix
Medical leaders sound alarm over Scottish Government's latest NHS recovery plan, warning that without tackling the staffing catastrophe, the health service faces irreversible decline. Exclusive analysis reveals why current proposals fall dangerously short
Kansas City ride safety belt fails mid-operation
Terrifying moment at Kansas City attraction as ride safety belt fails mid-operation, sending riders plunging downwards in shocking safety breach caught on camera.
Mother's sepsis nightmare leads to organ failure
A UK woman shares her harrowing sepsis ordeal that led to multiple organ failure after doctors initially missed the deadly signs. Her story serves as a crucial warning about recognising sepsis symptoms.
NHS 'Complete Nightmare' as Hospital Capacity Crisis Deepens
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of NHS hospital capacity as patients face unprecedented delays and overcrowding. Discover why experts warn the system is at breaking point.
Hospital gas failure investigated after patient death
NSW Police have launched a critical investigation into the tragic death of a patient at Sutherland Hospital amid a major medical gas supply failure that forced emergency patient transfers and surgery cancellations.
Pig kidney transplant removed from human in medical setback
In a significant development for xenotransplantation, a genetically modified pig kidney has been removed from human recipient Lisa Pisano after showing signs of reduced function, marking a crucial learning moment for medical science.
NHS bosses warn of longer waiting times crisis
Exclusive: NHS leaders deliver sobering reality check to Rachel Reeves as new figures reveal growing treatment delays and funding shortfalls threatening patient care across Britain.
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.
New mum dies after 'just anxiety' diagnosis
A 31-year-old new mother died from a pulmonary embolism after medical staff repeatedly dismissed her severe symptoms as 'just anxiety', leaving behind her newborn baby and devastated family.
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.
Prison guards help sex offender escape with directions
Exclusive: Security scandal rocks UK prison system as staff inadvertently assist convicted sex offender's escape from Derwentside immigration centre, raising serious questions about staff training and security protocols.
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.
GP missed cancer 14 times before patient's death
Exclusive: A devastated mother reveals how doctors repeatedly missed her son's cancer symptoms over two years, leading to tragic consequences and raising serious questions about GP training.
Mother dies after NHS misses faecal vomiting sepsis signs
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking hospital negligence as 31-year-old Stephanie Mfongwot perished from sepsis after medical staff dismissed her critical symptoms as constipation.
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.
Student died after ambulance GPS failed in Manchester
A promising Manchester student died after emergency services struggled to locate her due to GPS failure in the city centre, raising serious questions about ambulance service reliability.
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.
Girl, 10, dies after NHS sent her home with headache
Exclusive: Bella-Rae's family demand answers after doctors dismissed her headache as 'nothing serious' just days before her sudden death from a catastrophic brain bleed.
NHS critical incident after Bristol hospital IT failure
A major IT system collapse at University Hospitals Bristol has triggered a critical incident, causing significant delays and cancelled appointments across multiple NHS services.
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