NHS blood test blunder wrongly diagnoses diabetes
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of patients may have been misdiagnosed with diabetes due to faulty blood tests, sparking a major NHS review and patient safety alerts.
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UK's revolutionary blood test detects MND in minutes
British scientists develop a revolutionary blood test that detects motor neurone disease (MND) in under a minute, offering hope for faster diagnosis and accelerated drug trials.
NHS Emergency: 55,000 Blood Donors Urgently Needed
The NHS faces a critical blood shortage, urgently requiring 55,000 new donors to meet rising demand for O negative and Ro sub-type blood. Health officials warn of potential cancellations for vital surgeries without immediate action.
Blood Pressure Guidelines Overhauled: What It Means
The American Heart Association has overhauled its blood pressure guidelines in a landmark move that could see millions more Britons diagnosed with hypertension and prescribed life-saving medication earlier.
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.
Scotland's NHS Crisis: Swinney Faces Mounting Pressure
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is under intense scrutiny as the nation's NHS faces a deepening crisis, with soaring waiting times and critical reports highlighting systemic failures in patient care.
UK Beer Crisis: Pint Prices Set to Soar on Hops Shortage
British pub-goers face a bitter blow as a severe European hops shortage, worsened by extreme weather, threatens to push beer prices to record highs next summer. Brewers warn of a perfect storm of poor harvests and rising production costs.
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.
Salt and Sugar: The Hidden Heart Failure Risk Exposed
Groundbreaking research from the American Society of Nutrition exposes how salt and sugar drastically increase your risk of heart failure. Discover the simple dietary swaps that could save your life.
Common Fruit Could Slash Heart Attack Risk, Says Doctor
An NHS doctor highlights a surprising everyday fruit that could significantly improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of life-threatening conditions.
6 Science-Backed Foods to Beat High Blood Pressure
New research reveals six key dietary additions that can significantly lower blood pressure. Discover how potassium, calcium, and magnesium work together to combat hypertension and improve heart health.
NHS Underfunded by £30 Billion Since 2010, Study Reveals
A landmark study by the University of Bristol exposes a decade of systematic underfunding of the NHS compared to historical trends, raising alarm over patient care and service sustainability.
NHS Mental Health Bed Shortage Hits Record Low
Exclusive: The Royal College of Psychiatrists warns of a 'catastrophic' shortage in NHS mental health beds across England, leading to patients being sent hundreds of miles from home for care.
Benidorm's Beer Crisis: Bars Run Dry Despite Tourist Boom
Benidorm's legendary bars and pubs are grappling with a severe shortage of beer, wine, and Prosecco this summer, despite a surge in British tourists. Discover the supply chain chaos hitting Spain's costas.
Blood pressure breakthrough: One-time treatment replaces daily pills
UK scientists pioneer a groundbreaking one-time procedure using ultrasound energy to control hypertension, potentially freeing patients from lifelong pills.
NHS Flu Vaccine Shortage Puts Women & Children at Risk
Exclusive: The NHS faces a critical shortage of the enhanced flu vaccine, prioritising vulnerable groups and leaving millions of women and children with limited protection this winter. Health officials issue stark warning.
Bluey Toy Shortage Sparks UK Christmas Parent Panic
UK parents face a festive nightmare as the Bluey 'Keepy Uppy' playset sells out nationwide. Discover why this Australian cartoon character has become this year's impossible-to-find Christmas toy.
Common Blood Thinner Fails Major Heart Disease Group
A major medical study concludes the widely prescribed blood thinner clopidogrel (Iscover/Plavix) provides no benefit for patients with coronary artery disease but no prior heart attack or stroke, potentially changing treatment for millions.
4p Daily Pill Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 20%
A groundbreaking new study reveals a cheap, 'polypill' combining four common medications could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes in the UK, offering a simple, life-saving solution for over-50s.
NHS trust failed suicidal woman who begged for help
A damning coroner's report criticises an NHS trust after a vulnerable teaching assistant, who repeatedly begged to be sectioned, took her own life. Systemic failures and ignored pleas led to tragedy.
Future-Proof Your Heart: 5 Essential Daily Tweaks
Discover the simple, science-backed lifestyle changes—from the optimal time to take your pills to the surprising benefits of giving blood—that can dramatically slash your risk of heart disease and future-proof your health.
NHS Crisis: Critical Shortage of Ozempic and Weight-Loss Jabs
Exclusive: Medical experts warn of a deepening postcode lottery and a surge in the illegal black market for weight-loss jabs as NHS England struggles with supply and soaring demand for GLP-1 drugs.
Swollen Ankles: Silent Killer Warning
UK doctors issue an urgent warning that persistent ankle swelling could be a major red flag for deadly blood clots, heart disease, or kidney failure. Learn the critical signs you must never ignore.
Urgent UKHSA Alert: 1.5M At Risk From Contaminated Blood
UK Health Security Agency issues critical alert to 1.5 million people affected by contaminated blood products. Learn about symptoms, testing, and support available.
Miracle drug slashes blood pressure with two jabs a year
A groundbreaking new drug, zilebesiran, offers hope for millions with hypertension, potentially reducing the need for daily medication with just two injections annually. UK trials show dramatic results.
AstraZeneca's Revolutionary Blood Pressure Pill Shows Promise
A groundbreaking new hypertension drug, Baxdrostat, developed by AstraZeneca, has demonstrated remarkable success in clinical trials, potentially offering new hope for millions with treatment-resistant high blood pressure in the UK.
Baxdrostat: Game-Changer Pill for High Blood Pressure
A groundbreaking new drug, Baxdrostat, has shown remarkable success in clinical trials, offering new hope for millions struggling with treatment-resistant hypertension. This daily pill could revolutionise how high blood pressure is managed across Britain.
NHS Crisis: Shocking Photos Show Hospital 'Third World' Conditions
Exclusive photographs from inside a major NHS hospital reveal appalling, unsanitary conditions including blood-smeared walls, overflowing bins, and filthy floors, as the health service faces its worst winter crisis.
NHS Nursing Boss Quits for Triple Salary and Beach Life in Dubai
An NHS nursing director abandons the health service's pressures for a lucrative new life in Dubai, sparking debate on the UK's brain drain crisis and pay disparities.
UK's Dental Deserts: Worst NHS Dentist Shortages Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals the UK's dental care crisis, with millions unable to register with an NHS dentist. Discover the hardest-hit areas and what it means for patients.
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