Category : Search result: NHS negligence


Widow's NHS nightmare: Gaviscon for fatal aortic tear

Exclusive: A devastated partner reveals how hospital doctors dismissed his fiancée's fatal condition as acid reflux, prescribing Gaviscon just days before her tragic death from an aortic dissection.

Man's manhood removed after Snapchat date with trans woman

A British man's life was irrevocably altered after a Snapchat date led to a severe infection, resulting in the surgical removal of his penis and testicles. This harrowing story raises serious questions about disclosure and medical consent.

NHS Scotland Staff Sickness Hits 10-Year High

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.

Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home

A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.

Michigan sued over pesticide-linked cancer cluster

A landmark lawsuit in Michigan claims state officials ignored evidence linking pesticide contamination in a neighbourhood's water supply to a severe cancer cluster, leaving families to suffer the consequences.

Hospital settles over disabled newborn negligence

A Sydney hospital has reached a settlement after allegations of medical negligence left a newborn with severe, permanent disabilities. The case highlights ongoing concerns over maternity care standards.

NHS backlog hits 7.37M amid transparency row

The NHS waiting list has surged to a staggering 7.37 million, with critics accusing the government of downplaying the crisis. Experts warn of worsening delays and strained resources.

Mum finds daughter in morgue after 22 years

A grieving mother finally finds closure after discovering her daughter's body in a hospital morgue, 22 years after she went missing. The emotional discovery raises serious questions about hospital procedures.

38 girls die in Guatemala shelter fire

A devastating fire at a government-run shelter in Guatemala has killed 38 girls, with officials suspecting negligence and poor conditions may have contributed to the tragedy. The incident has sparked national outrage and calls for accountability.

Toddler left in hot car at Utah DMV

A heartbreaking incident in Heber City, Utah, where a two-year-old boy was left unattended in a sweltering car while his mother visited the DMV. Authorities confirm the child was rescued but the mother now faces potential charges.

Botched boob job leaves woman permanently disfigured

A Belgian woman's quest for the perfect breast augmentation turned into a horror story after a botched surgery left her in excruciating pain and disfigured. Read the shocking details of her ordeal.

India court orders compensation for infant rabies death

India's Supreme Court has mandated compensation for a family whose infant died from rabies after being denied treatment by multiple hospitals. The ruling highlights systemic failures in emergency healthcare.

NHS trusts face urgent cost-cutting demands

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.

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