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Fish Skin Grafts & Pig Hearts: NHS Medical Breakthrough

Groundbreaking medical procedures using fish skin for burns and genetically modified pig hearts are transforming patient care in British hospitals, offering new hope where conventional treatments fall short.

NHS medical cannabis crisis leaves thousands untreated

Exclusive investigation reveals how chronic pain and menopause patients are being forced into private healthcare or illegal markets as NHS medical cannabis prescriptions remain virtually inaccessible five years after legalisation.

Scientist: Alzheimer's cure may be in existing drugs

Groundbreaking research suggests the key to defeating Alzheimer's disease may already exist in our medicine cabinets, as a leading scientist reveals how common medications could be repurposed to fight dementia.

NHS gynaecologist accused of mutilating women

An NHS consultant gynaecologist faces multiple allegations after women report being left in agony and permanently damaged following procedures described as 'female genital mutilation'.

NHS bans doctors from speaking out on patient safety

Exclusive investigation reveals NHS managers are using controversial confidentiality clauses to silence medical professionals raising concerns about patient care standards and service shortcomings across Britain's health service.

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.

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.

NHS GP Appointment Changes: What You Need to Know

The NHS is implementing sweeping changes to GP appointment systems across the UK. Discover how new digital tools, extended hours, and streamlined processes will transform how you access healthcare.

Health Conditions That Qualify for NHS Fast-Track

Discover the specific medical conditions that grant patients priority access to NHS services, from severe mental health issues to physical disabilities, and understand the eligibility criteria.

Wes Streeting reveals family's NHS baby loss tragedy

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting shares his mother's tragic story of infant loss following an NHS misdiagnosis, revealing how personal tragedy fuels his political mission for healthcare reform.

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 Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts

Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.

Senior Doctors Issue Dire NHS Collapse Warning

Exclusive: The Royal College of Physicians delivers a stark warning to the UK government, stating the NHS is at breaking point and requires urgent intervention to prevent systemic collapse.

NHS Trust Condemned Over Handling of Predator Doctor

An employment tribunal has slammed an NHS trust for its 'lamentable' handling of sexual assault complaints against a doctor, who was later convicted of rape. The trust failed to act on multiple warnings, leaving staff vulnerable.

NHS doctor struck off after patient assault tribunal

A senior NHS doctor has been struck off the medical register after a tribunal found he assaulted a vulnerable patient and attempted to cover up his misconduct in a major breach of professional ethics.

Elton John's Bizarre Knee Surgery with Medieval Device Revealed

Exclusive details emerge about Sir Elton John's extraordinary knee replacement surgery, involving a bizarre medical device that left the music icon in agony. The Rocket Man's painful recovery and his doctor's unconventional methods are finally disclosed.

NHS Hospital League Tables Will "Harm, Not Heal"

A damning new report warns that government plans to rank NHS hospitals in competitive 'league tables' will cripple collaboration, demoralise staff, and ultimately harm patient care across the UK.

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