Children suffered 'grievous harm' in pandemic care disruption
Shocking inquiry finds vulnerable children faced catastrophic consequences when Covid-19 restrictions severed access to essential healthcare and support systems across the UK.
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Labour's private healthcare VAT hits 8 million families
Rachel Reeves' plan to impose VAT on private medical treatments could cost families hundreds of pounds more annually, with experts warning it may overwhelm the NHS as patients return to public healthcare.
Judge slams 'negligent' NHS defence in trans row case
A tribunal judge has delivered a scathing verdict against the defence team representing an NHS trust in the controversial case of a nurse accused of misgendering, calling their handling 'negligent' and raising serious questions about healthcare workplace
Starmer's NHS Rescue: 2M Extra Appointments
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces revolutionary NHS reforms during Liverpool visit, pledging to cut waiting times and transform patient care with groundbreaking new approach.
Social Care Crisis: 1 in 3 Workers Plan Exit
Shocking new figures reveal nearly a third of social care staff in England are considering quitting within the next two years, threatening to collapse an already strained system.
VA Doctors: Trump Policies Harming Veterans' Healthcare
A damning internal report from the US Veterans Administration reveals medical staff believe Trump administration policies have severely compromised patient care, leading to longer waits and ethical dilemmas for doctors.
Gaza's last hospitals overwhelmed by patient 'tsunami'
A catastrophic surge of patients, including many women and children, is overwhelming the final operational hospitals in Gaza, with medical staff describing a complete systemic failure and an unprecedented humanitarian crisis.
How Family Distance Makes Elderly Patients Sicker Longer
New research reveals why children of elderly patients often avoid hospitals, creating a vicious cycle of loneliness that slows recovery and increases NHS costs.
US States Defy CDC: Vaccine Policies Revolutionise Healthcare
American states are radically rewriting public health rules, creating a patchwork of vaccine policies that challenge federal guidance and could reshape preventive care nationwide.
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 Introduces Mandatory 'Mid-Life MOT' Health Checks for Over-40s
The NHS is set to introduce comprehensive 'mid-life MOT' health assessments for adults in their 40s and 50s to tackle preventable diseases and ease pressure on GPs. Learn how this revolutionary approach could transform preventative healthcare.
Trump's Medicaid Cuts Threaten Millions with Health Insurance Loss
Exclusive analysis reveals the devastating human impact of proposed Trump administration cuts to Medicaid, threatening health coverage for vulnerable Americans and risking a public health crisis.
NHS AI App Predicts Hospital Admissions to Ease Pressure
A groundbreaking AI tool is helping the NHS predict and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions, potentially saving millions and easing pressure on overstretched services.
Pensioner deliberately rams car into elderly neighbour
Disturbing footage captures the moment a 73-year-old man intentionally reverses his car into his 71-year-old neighbour during a petty dispute over parking in a quiet residential street. The victim was hospitalised with serious injuries.
Britain's Elderly Care Crisis: When Will Politicians Act?
As the UK's aged care system reaches breaking point, families and carers are demanding urgent political action. This investigation reveals why meaningful reform is being delayed and what must change.
NHS cataract rationing leaves elderly waiting in darkness
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of elderly Britons are being denied timely cataract surgery due to postcode rationing, with some NHS trusts imposing stricter vision thresholds. Critics condemn the 'cruel' postcode lottery as patients struggle wi
NHS Crisis: Patients Face 2-Week Waits for GP Appointments
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of NHS GP access, with millions waiting over two weeks for appointments and facing a postcode lottery for care. Discover the human impact of the growing healthcare crisis.
Sussex NHS Trust Placed Under 'Enhanced Support' Amid Crisis
The NHS Sussex integrated care board has been escalated to 'tier 2' oversight following a review that uncovered significant failings in its leadership and culture, raising serious concerns for health services across Brighton and East Sussex.
Rogue Surgeon Ignored Inquiry Into Dangerous Practices
A disgraced surgeon at the centre of a major NHS scandal repeatedly ignored official attempts to question him about his dangerous and unauthorised procedures on patients, a damning report has revealed.
Kerala's infant mortality rate beats United States
In a remarkable public health achievement, the Indian state of Kerala has reported a lower infant mortality rate than the United States, challenging global perceptions and setting a new benchmark for healthcare in developing nations.
Labour plans international NHS recruitment to tackle staff shortages
Exclusive: Labour considers international recruitment strategy from Australia, Canada, and US to address critical NHS shortages, aiming to reduce reliance on expensive agency staff.
Hundreds Queue Overnight for NHS Dentist in Bristol
A scene of 'third world' desperation unfolded in Bristol as over 300 people queued for hours, some overnight, in a desperate bid to register with an NHS dental practice, highlighting the severe crisis in UK dental care.
Carer jailed for stealing £10k from vulnerable pensioner
A deceitful carer from Stoke-on-Trent has been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding a frail 85-year-old woman of her life savings. Discover the full story of this gross breach of trust.
Elderly Appetite Loss: Causes & Solutions
A sudden loss of appetite in older adults is a critical warning sign. This comprehensive guide reveals the medical, social, and psychological causes behind this common issue in the UK's ageing population and provides actionable advice for concerned famili
Elderly with dementia branded 'witches' in Africa
A harrowing investigation reveals how a lack of dementia awareness in Nigeria and Uganda is leading to the brutal ostracisation of elderly people, falsely accused of witchcraft and abandoned by their families.
Uganda's dementia crisis exposes global elderly care failures
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ugandan families face devastating dementia crisis without government support, as UK's NHS faces parallel challenges in geriatric care.
AI Doctors: The NHS's Prescription for the Future?
Exclusive insight into how AI physicians could solve the NHS crisis, reduce waiting times, and provide 24/7 medical expertise. Discover why leading experts believe artificial intelligence may become your first point of medical contact.
Trump's VA Abortion Ban Threatens Veterans Healthcare
Exclusive: Donald Trump's proposed ban on abortion services within Veterans Affairs threatens healthcare access for millions of US veterans and their families, sparking outrage among medical professionals and advocacy groups.
NHS Nursing Boss Quits for Triple Salary and Beach Life in Dubai
An NHS nursing director abandons the health service's pressures for a lucrative new life in Dubai, sparking debate on the UK's brain drain crisis and pay disparities.
Damning Report Exposes Hospice Scandal: Dying Patients Forced Out
A devastating report reveals how St John's Hospice in Westminster abruptly closed, forcing terminally ill patients into ambulances. Bosses condemned for catastrophic failures in patient care and communication.
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