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 Junior Doctors Vote for Year-Long Strike Action
The NHS faces unprecedented disruption as junior doctors in England deliver a resounding 98% 'yes' vote for continued industrial action over pay disputes, threatening a year of walkouts that could cripple healthcare services.
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.
St Bart's Hospital North Wing closed after flooding
London's historic St Bartholomew's Hospital has temporarily closed its North Wing to visitors after significant flooding caused damage to electrical systems, though patient care continues uninterrupted.
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.
King Charles visits hospital in first engagement since cancer diagnosis
The King made a surprise visit to Colchester's cancer treatment centre, marking his return to public duties while continuing his own cancer treatment at London's Royal Marsden Hospital.
Nurse struck off after hospital party COVID death
A senior nurse has been removed from the profession after a hospital gathering led to the coronavirus death of a healthcare assistant, in a case highlighting pandemic safety failures.
Nurse suspended over blood-soaked bed incident
A shocking case of neglect at Royal Sussex County Hospital sees nurse suspended after elderly patient remained in soiled bedding for 11 hours. Exclusive investigation reveals patient safety concerns.
NHS Appendicitis Nightmare: 12-Hour Hospital Ordeal
A mother's suspected appendicitis turned into a 12-hour NHS waiting room nightmare, exposing the harsh realities of hospital delays and stretched emergency services across Britain.
London Hospital Guard Stabbed in Daylight Attack
A security guard at Charing Cross Hospital in central London was brutally stabbed while on duty, prompting a major police investigation and raising serious safety concerns.
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.
NHS MRI breakthrough: 10-minute scans cut waiting lists
Groundbreaking rapid MRI technology could transform NHS diagnostics, cutting scan times from 40 minutes to just 10 while maintaining accuracy. Discover how this innovation promises to tackle the growing backlog of patients.
Elderly cancer patient dies after hospital discharge error
A devastating hospital blunder led to the death of Margaret 'Peggy' Mckay, 90, who was discharged with paracetamol despite suffering from undiagnosed cancer and sepsis.
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.
Patient charged with murder after hospital death
A shocking incident at Charing Cross Hospital sees one patient charged with murder following the death of another patient, as police continue their investigation into the tragic event.
Elderly patient dies after hospital assault in London
An 85-year-old man has tragically died following an alleged assault by another patient at a central London hospital, sparking a murder investigation and raising serious questions about patient safety in NHS facilities.
NHS Hospital Postcode Lottery: Survival Rates Vary Dramatically
Groundbreaking research exposes alarming variations in patient mortality rates across English NHS hospitals, with some institutions showing significantly higher death risks than others.
Starmer launches NHS Online Hospital to cut waiting lists
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils groundbreaking 'Online Hospital' initiative to transform NHS care delivery and tackle record treatment backlogs through digital innovation.
Starmer's NHS shake-up: Online hospitals to cut waits
Labour leader Keir Starmer unveils radical NHS overhaul featuring virtual wards and digital consultations to tackle England's growing hospital backlog crisis.
Labour's Digital NHS Plan to Slash Waiting Times
Sir Keir Starmer unveils radical plan to digitise the NHS, promising faster diagnoses and an end to overcrowded waiting rooms through cutting-edge online consultations.
Lucy Letby Documentary Reveals Shocking New Evidence
Explosive new documentary uncovers previously unseen evidence and chilling details about Britain's most prolific child serial killer, Lucy Letby, and the hospital failures that enabled her crimes.
Lucy Letby's secret hospital romance with doctor revealed
Exclusive details emerge about killer nurse Lucy Letby's covert relationship with a married doctor colleague, including flirtatious texts and secret meetings during her murderous spree at Countess of Chester Hospital.
Doctor's chilling Lucy Letby confrontation revealed
Exclusive: Senior paediatrician recalls haunting exchange with serial killer nurse Lucy Letby after infant's sudden deterioration on neonatal unit
Glasgow patients face 100-mile trips for surgery
Scottish health board confirms controversial plan to transfer general surgery from Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital to Edinburgh, sparking patient welfare concerns.
NHS Surgeon's Harrowing Account of Gaza Hospital Crisis
An NHS consultant surgeon reveals the devastating realities of working in a Gaza hospital under bombardment, describing the catastrophic conditions and immense personal toll.
A&E Waiting Times Hit Six-Hour Average in NHS Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals the scale of the A&E crisis, with patients in England facing record-long waits. Some trusts report average waits exceeding ten hours, raising serious patient safety concerns.
A&E Delays Linked to 250+ Excess Deaths Weekly
A damning new study by the Royal College of Emergency Medicine suggests lengthy waits in NHS emergency departments are contributing to hundreds of patient deaths each week, raising urgent questions about patient safety.
NHS brings in 'Jess's Rule' after child's tragic death
The NHS introduces 'Jess's Rule', a major patient safety initiative ensuring direct consultant access for parents, following the preventable death of three-year-old Jessica Crich.
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 cleaners asked to 'soften toilet paper' to cut costs
Exclusive: NHS cleaners at West Suffolk Hospital reveal shocking instructions to make two-ply toilet paper feel like one-ply, sparking outrage over healthcare austerity measures.
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