Sydney surgeon banned after unnecessary elderly patient surgeries
Renowned Sydney surgeon Dr. Kwong Yan Tam faces severe restrictions after medical tribunal finds he performed unnecessary surgeries on elderly patients, including a 95-year-old woman.
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Elderly face 'corridor medicine' in NHS crisis
Shocking new data reveals thousands of older patients are being treated in hospital corridors for hours, with some waiting up to 24 hours for proper care as NHS emergency services buckle under pressure.
NHS 'Complete Nightmare' as Hospital Capacity Crisis Deepens
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of NHS hospital capacity as patients face unprecedented delays and overcrowding. Discover why experts warn the system is at breaking point.
Hospice funding crisis forces cuts for terminally ill
Exclusive investigation reveals how government funding shortfalls are forcing hospices across England to reduce essential services for terminally ill patients, creating a postcode lottery for end-of-life care.
COVID Roulette: Medication Crisis Hits Millions
Exclusive investigation reveals how medication withdrawals are creating a hidden pandemic of suffering among vulnerable patients across Britain
NHS: 12 Groups Need Winter Vaccinations Urgently
The NHS has identified 12 high-risk categories who should receive crucial winter vaccinations immediately. Discover if you're eligible for protection against flu, COVID-19 and pneumonia.
UK End-of-Life Care Crisis Exposed in Damning Report
A damning new report exposes critical gaps in UK end-of-life care, with terminally ill patients facing unacceptable delays and inadequate support during their final days.
Teen's bowel cancer dismissed 13 times by doctors
A teenage girl's stage 3 bowel cancer was repeatedly dismissed by doctors who claimed she was too young for the disease, leading to 13 separate medical consultations before proper diagnosis.
5 Million Ghost Patients Drain NHS Resources
Shocking investigation reveals millions of non-existent patients remain on GP lists, costing taxpayers billions while real patients struggle to get appointments.
NHS Crisis: 12-Hour A&E Waits Risking Lives
Exclusive investigation reveals how dangerously long NHS waiting times are jeopardising patient safety, with mini-stroke victims facing potentially catastrophic delays in emergency care.
27-year-old dies after cancer treatment delays in NHS
Harry Moseley's heartbreaking story highlights growing fears over NHS treatment delays as young father dies after multiple postponed appointments during pandemic.
NHS approves revolutionary MS treatment for patients
Groundbreaking therapy offering hope to multiple sclerosis patients receives NHS approval, promising to transform treatment outcomes across the UK healthcare system.
NHS patients denied vital medications in supply crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients across Britain are being denied essential medicines due to catastrophic supply chain failures, with government accused of prioritising pharmaceutical profits over public health.
Pathologist: Assisted Dying Safeguards Too Weak
Exclusive: Britain's former top forensic expert warns that proposed assisted dying laws could see panels similar to those investigating Harold Shipman making life-or-death decisions with inadequate protections for vulnerable patients.
Butt Breathing Discovery Could Save Lung Patients
Groundbreaking research reveals how some aquatic creatures breathe through their intestines, with potential applications for human patients with lung failure. The surprising findings earned scientists the prestigious Ig Nobel Prize.
Bowel cancer patients spared chemotherapy in NHS overhaul
UK doctors are revolutionising bowel cancer care with new guidelines that could spare thousands of patients from gruelling chemotherapy, offering hope through less invasive treatment options.
Trump: Citizen Children with Cancer Could Face Deportation
Former President Donald Trump suggests terminating birthright citizenship, putting seriously ill American children at risk of removal in explosive new interview.
NHS Bed Blocking Costs £2.6 Billion Annually
Shocking new figures reveal how delayed discharges and social care failures are creating a devastating financial burden on Britain's health service, with thousands of beds occupied by patients who should have been released.
South Americans seek weight loss surgery in New York
Exclusive investigation reveals how hundreds of South American patients are travelling to New York for cutting-edge weight loss procedures unavailable in their home countries, creating a new medical tourism phenomenon.
Germany's pension reform: Tax cuts and later retirement
Germany announces sweeping pension reforms including tax relief for older workers and gradual retirement age increases to combat severe labour shortages and economic pressures.
Research: Your 60s Are Your Prime Years
Groundbreaking study challenges conventional wisdom about ageing, showing cognitive abilities and mental wellbeing peak later in life than previously thought.
Defending my choice to date wealthy older men
A confident woman defends her preference for dating successful older gentlemen, revealing why financial security and maturity matter more than society's judgment.
US Inflation Outpaces Pension Increases
New data reveals US inflation is hitting older Americans hard, with Social Security increases failing to keep pace with rising living costs across housing, healthcare and everyday essentials.
Over-50s Unemployment: Britain's Hidden Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how age discrimination and economic pressures are pushing experienced workers into unemployment, creating a silent crisis in the UK job market.
1.5 Million UK Pensioners Still Working - The Shocking Reality
New data reveals a growing trend of British pensioners remaining in employment, with financial pressures and changing attitudes transforming retirement norms across the nation.
Cornwall's elderly face digital exclusion crisis
New research reveals older residents in Cornwall are struggling with essential services as banks and shops close, forcing them to navigate unfamiliar online systems.
Quit smoking to slash dementia risk, study finds
New research reveals quitting smoking significantly reduces dementia risk in older adults, offering powerful motivation for smokers to kick the habit and protect brain health.
Britain's bungalow crisis traps older homeowners
A critical shortage of suitable single-storey properties is leaving older Britons stranded in family homes, with bungalow construction at record lows despite soaring demand from ageing population.
Millions of Older Brits Sacrifice Essentials for Healthcare
Shocking Age UK research reveals nearly 4 million older people are sacrificing essentials as NHS pressures push them towards private healthcare.
Urgent HIV Alert for Australian Dental Patients
Health authorities issue urgent HIV and hepatitis warning for thousands of dental patients after critical sterilisation failures discovered at Australian clinics. Potential exposure period revealed.
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