Paramedics violently assaulted during Islington emergency call
Two London Ambulance Service medics were violently assaulted by a patient in Islington, prompting a strong response from emergency services and union leaders.
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NHS Crisis: Leicestershire Hospital Declares Critical Incident
Glenfield Hospital in Leicester declares critical incident as NHS faces unprecedented winter pressures with bed shortages and extreme demand across emergency services.
Qld MPs back police powers for instant DV orders
Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.
NHS Doctor Shortage Reaches Critical Level, Patients at Risk
A severe shortage of GPs and hospital doctors across the UK is triggering unprecedented NHS waiting times and risking patient safety. Exclusive insights reveal the growing crisis.
Papua New Guinea's breakthrough in fighting violence against women
Exclusive report on Papua New Guinea's innovative, community-driven strategy to combat endemic violence against women, offering a potential blueprint for other nations.
NHS Deploys 'People Experts' to South London Hospitals
NHS England deploys a unique team of 'people experts' to hospitals in South London to manage severe winter pressures, patient flow, and staff welfare during a major incident.
NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.
NHS spends £6.9m on spin doctors during GP crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
NHS Crisis: Patients Face Record 18-Month Waiting Times
A devastating report reveals the true scale of the NHS backlog, with waiting times soaring to unprecedented levels and A&E departments pushed to the brink. Our investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
Uncle Stabs Brother to Death in Family Tragedy
In a chilling case of familial violence, Karla Doyle recounts the traumatic moment her uncle, Paul Doyle, fatally stabbed her father, Patrick Doyle, during a violent altercation in their family home. The emotional trial reveals a tragic story of a fractur
Cannabis addict kills girlfriend, drives with corpse
A cannabis-addicted man from Bradford has been convicted of murdering his girlfriend in a violent, drug-induced attack before driving her body around for two hours. The harrowing case reveals a relationship destroyed by substance abuse and extreme violenc
Congo Rebels Gang-Rape Woman Tied to Trees in Massacre
A horrific new wave of violence by M23 rebels in the DRC has seen a woman tied to trees and gang-raped, while dozens of women and children were slaughtered in a brutal massacre, UN reports confirm.
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.
Woman, 22, Beaten to Death in Pakistan Honour Killing
A young woman, Khadija, was brutally murdered by her own family in a suspected honour killing after she was accused of assisting a friend's elopement. The tragic incident in Pakistan has sparked outrage and renewed calls to end violence against women.
Knife-Obsessed Teen Stabs Girl in School Attack
A 16-year-old girl was brutally stabbed by a knife-obsessed schoolboy in a horrifying attack that has left the community in shock. Read the full details.
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.
NHS patients report violence amid A&E delays
Disturbing accounts emerge as patients and staff face aggression in overcrowded NHS emergency departments. Experts warn of systemic strain.
Half of NHS nurses face violence at work, survey reveals
A shocking new survey shows that nearly half of NHS nurses have experienced physical violence at work, with many blaming staff shortages and long waiting times for escalating tensions.
A&E nurses face rising violence in UK hospitals
A shocking rise in physical and verbal attacks on A&E nurses has been reported across UK hospitals, with staff demanding urgent action to improve safety.
NHS staff face violence amid A&E waiting time crisis
Frontline NHS workers face escalating violence as record A&E waits push patients to the brink, with shocking reports of gun threats and physical assaults.
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.
NHS faces 40,000 nursing vacancies crisis
The NHS faces a staffing catastrophe with over 40,000 nursing and midwifery roles unfilled, exacerbating pressure on frontline services. Experts warn of dire consequences for patient care.
NHS doctors threaten mass exodus over pay dispute
Thousands of NHS doctors are considering leaving the UK for better pay abroad, as the BMA warns of a staffing catastrophe unless the government addresses their demands.
Woman waits 26 months for NHS surgery amid growing crisis
A desperate patient shares her agonising two-year wait for NHS surgery, revealing the human cost of growing healthcare delays.
Illinois tackles gun violence trauma with resilience programme
A new initiative in Illinois aims to address the psychological toll of gun violence through community-based resilience training, offering hope to affected residents.
NHS waiting lists hit record 7.57 million
New figures reveal NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.57 million, with patients facing agonising delays for specialist care. Experts warn the crisis is far from over.
Streeting condemns No.10 over NHS doctor strikes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticises Downing Street's handling of NHS strikes as junior doctors walk out. Labour leader Keir Starmer supports the industrial action, calling for better pay and conditions.
NHS waiting lists hit record 7.6 million in England
England's NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.6 million, marking the highest number on record. Experts warn of worsening delays amid staff shortages and funding crises.
NHS England warns of rising patient numbers and staff shortages
NHS England reports a surge in patient numbers, exacerbating existing staff shortages and straining healthcare services across the country.
3 million NHS patients get no care after GP referral
New data reveals that three million patients in England have received no NHS care after being referred by their GP, highlighting a deepening healthcare crisis.
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