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NHS puberty blocker trial for children approved

Controversial NHS trial will study effects of puberty blockers on children's brains. Professor Emily Simonoff says she's 'very proud' to lead landmark research amid legal threats.

NHS Puberty Blocker Trial for 226 Children Aged 10+

The NHS is launching a controversial clinical trial, giving puberty blockers to 226 children as young as ten. Critics call it 'outrageous' while researchers insist on rigorous safety monitoring. Read the full story.

NZ Bans New Puberty Blocker Prescriptions

New Zealand halts new puberty blocker prescriptions for transgender youth, citing insufficient evidence. Critics warn of devastating mental health impacts. Read the full story.

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

Queensland reinstates puberty blocker ban - fight continues

After successfully overturning Queensland's controversial puberty blocker ban, a determined woman faces renewed battle as the LNP government reinstates the legislation, sparking fresh debates over transgender healthcare rights in Australia.

Australian Court Restricts Puberty Blockers for Trans Kids

In a historic judgment with global implications, Australia's Federal Court has ruled that puberty blockers for transgender children are no longer considered 'therapeutic treatment', sparking intense debate across medical and LGBTQ+ communities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Queensland halts puberty blockers for trans kids

In a groundbreaking healthcare policy shift, Queensland has suspended access to puberty blockers for transgender children, sparking a fierce court battle initiated by a determined mother fighting for her child's treatment.

Queensland puberty blocker ban ruled unlawful

A landmark court ruling declares Queensland's controversial puberty blocker ban unlawful, citing improper political influence and failure to consult medical experts in dramatic health policy showdown.

NHS staff fury over parking charge increases

NHS workers across Britain are expressing outrage as hospital trusts implement controversial parking fee increases, adding financial pressure to healthcare heroes already struggling with cost-of-living crisis.

NHS Blame Culture: The Hidden Epidemic

Exclusive investigation reveals how a toxic blame culture within the NHS is driving staff to breaking point and compromising patient care across Britain.

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