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Who Qualifies for Free NHS Prescriptions?

New NHS figures reveal a 4% rise in prescriptions. Discover if you're among the pensioners, benefit claimants, or those with specific conditions eligible for free medication. Check your status now.

BBC expert's prescription warning for under-60s

BBC's Paul Lewis urges under-60s in England to check for free NHS prescriptions as Chancellor freezes charges. Discover if you qualify for exemptions or a Prepayment Certificate.

NHS Free Prescription Expansion for Millions

The NHS is set to expand free prescription access to millions more patients in what's being hailed as the biggest healthcare reform in decades. Discover who qualifies and when changes take effect.

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

48 Conditions That Qualify for Free NHS Prescriptions

Discover the comprehensive list of 48 health conditions that could make you eligible for free NHS prescriptions in England, potentially saving you hundreds of pounds annually on essential medications.

NHS approves weight loss drug Mounjaro

The groundbreaking diabetes treatment Mounjaro receives NHS approval for weight management, offering new hope for millions struggling with obesity in the UK.

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.

Nine prescription drugs could become over-the-counter

Major NHS reforms could see prescription-only medications for conditions like hay fever and heartburn become available in pharmacies without a doctor's note, saving millions and reducing GP waiting times.

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.

Free Flu Jab 2024: Who Qualifies?

Millions of Brits can get free flu vaccines this autumn. Discover if you're eligible for NHS protection against seasonal influenza and where to get your jab.

NHS Prescription Alert: 3 Groups Must Act Now

Urgent warning for pensioners, benefit claimants and those with medical exemptions as prescription costs rise to £9.90 per item from April 1st. Discover how to protect your free prescriptions.

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.

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