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.
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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.
Gaza hunger crisis worsens amid Israel-Palestine conflict
A dire humanitarian crisis unfolds in Gaza as food shortages and malnutrition reach alarming levels amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Gaza's starvation crisis deepens under Israeli blockade
A dire hunger crisis grips Gaza as Israel's blockade restricts food and aid, leaving thousands on the verge of starvation. Reports reveal catastrophic conditions with children and families suffering the most.
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.
NHS GPs and nurses announce fresh strike over pay
Thousands of NHS doctors and nurses are set to walk out in a new wave of strikes as pay negotiations collapse, threatening further disruption to patient care.
Trump envoy calls Gaza aid a 'death trap'
Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff tours Gaza, highlighting dire humanitarian conditions as aid efforts face deadly obstacles.
NHS faces critical staff shortages in new report
A recent report highlights severe staffing shortages within the NHS, raising concerns over patient care and service sustainability. Experts warn of growing pressures on healthcare workers.
Australia not to blame for US healthcare failures
A sharp rebuttal to claims that Australia's healthcare policies are responsible for US system failures, highlighting structural differences and political inertia.
Gaza's Desperate Fight for Food and Aid
Amid ongoing conflict, Palestinians in Gaza are battling severe shortages of food and humanitarian aid, with many families pushed to the brink of survival.
France pressured to save $97M in USAID contraceptives
International pressure mounts on France to prevent the destruction of $97 million worth of USAID-funded contraceptives, sparking debate over reproductive health aid.
NHS faces crisis as GPs and nurses threaten strike action
The NHS faces a growing crisis as GPs and nurses consider joining widespread strike action, escalating pressure on the already strained healthcare system.
US firms profit as Gaza suffers
As Gaza endures unimaginable hardship, US defence firms are cashing in on the conflict. This investigation reveals the grim financial incentives behind prolonged warfare.
90% of NHS nurses reject pay offer
Nearly all nurses across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland have overwhelmingly rejected the latest pay proposal, raising fears of further strikes and staffing shortages in the NHS.
Boy dies after NHS hospital sends him home – shocking report
A damning report exposes critical failures at Rotherham Hospital after a young boy was sent home from A&E and later died. Read the full investigation.
Junior doctors announce 5-day NHS strike
Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces backlash as junior doctors announce a five-day strike, escalating tensions in the ongoing NHS pay dispute.
NHS ADHD services overwhelmed as waits hit 5 years
Leading psychologists and academics sound the alarm over the NHS's struggling ADHD services, citing long waits and inadequate support for patients.
Streeting's NHS ultimatum to striking doctors
Health Secretary Wes Streeting issues a stark warning to junior doctors amid ongoing NHS strikes, urging compromise to save the health service.
Boy, 9, dies after hospital IT glitch misses appointment
A nine-year-old boy tragically passed away after a critical hospital appointment was missed due to an IT system failure. His heartbroken family demands answers.
Junior doctors' strikes erode public goodwill
As junior doctors stage their longest-ever strike, public patience wears thin amid record NHS waiting lists and cancelled operations. Experts warn the profession risks losing its privileged status.
Gaza mothers battle famine as conflict rages
Desperate mothers in Gaza face unimaginable hardships as food shortages and military operations push the region toward famine, with children bearing the brunt of the crisis.
NHS strikes may breach doctors' ethical duties - watchdog warned
The General Medical Council faces mounting pressure to rule that NHS strikes breach doctors' ethical duty to protect patients, as the bitter pay dispute escalates.
NHS Crisis: Streeting Attacks Govt Over Hospital Failures
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses the government of neglecting the NHS as hospitals struggle with funding and staffing shortages.
The brutal reality of starvation explained
A chilling exploration of what starvation truly feels like, based on personal testimonies and medical insights. Discover the physical and psychological toll of extreme hunger.
NHS Leaders Demand Urgent Government Action
Top medical bodies warn of severe strain on the NHS, calling for immediate government intervention to prevent a collapse in patient care.
NHS chief slams BMA over strike cover rates
The head of the NHS has accused the British Medical Association of charging 'extortionate' rates to provide emergency cover during strikes, escalating tensions between healthcare leaders and unions.
NHS Strikes Could Drag On for Years
Health Secretary Victoria Atkins warns that ongoing doctors' strikes could persist for years, urging junior doctors to return to negotiations.
Swiss Nurses Overworked: Healthcare Crisis
A recent report reveals the alarming levels of overwork among nurses in Swiss hospitals, raising concerns about patient care and staff wellbeing.
NHS doctors strike for 5 days over pay dispute
Junior doctors across England begin a five-day strike, demanding fair pay amid rising inflation, as NHS warns of significant disruptions to services.
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