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Nurse struck off over relationship with mental health patient

A Queensland nurse has been permanently banned from practising after developing an improper relationship with a mental health patient, including kissing sessions and escape room outings, in a serious breach of professional boundaries.

NHS nurse demands answers over data breach

A senior NHS nurse is demanding answers after discovering her private information was allegedly shared between health service chiefs and Scottish Government ministers without her consent, sparking a major privacy controversy.

NHS Hackers Risk Patient Lives in Records Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how cyber criminals are targeting NHS patient records, with experts warning these attacks could directly lead to patient deaths as critical medical information becomes inaccessible.

Prince Andrew gagged from discussing Virginia Giuffre case

The Duke of York has been legally silenced from speaking about his sexual assault accuser Virginia Giuffre as part of his multi-million pound settlement, with strict confidentiality clauses preventing any public discussion of the allegations.

UK Police Forces Face Legal Action Over Data Breaches

Multiple police services across Britain, including West Midlands and Greater Manchester Police, are under investigation for potentially compromising sensitive information of victims and witnesses in evidence submissions.

NHS bans doctors from speaking out on patient safety

Exclusive investigation reveals NHS managers are using controversial confidentiality clauses to silence medical professionals raising concerns about patient care standards and service shortcomings across Britain's health service.

Obese patient dies during dental procedure in Ohio

A routine dental appointment in Ohio turned fatal when 22-year-old Mathew Miller suffered a medical emergency while under anaesthesia, raising serious questions about patient safety protocols.

Elderly patient dies after hospital assault in London

An 85-year-old man has tragically died following an alleged assault by another patient at a central London hospital, sparking a murder investigation and raising serious questions about patient safety in NHS facilities.

Doctor penalised after revealing Erin Patterson's abuse

A Northern Territory doctor who treated accused mushroom murderer Erin Patterson has been penalised by medical regulators after revealing shocking details about her behaviour during treatment, including being called a 'crazy bitch' by the patient.

IRS Files Major Lawsuit Against Fox News Over Leak

The US Internal Revenue Service files a groundbreaking lawsuit against Fox News, alleging the network unlawfully obtained and published confidential taxpayer information from a protected whistleblower, triggering a fierce debate over press freedoms and le

Trump-Linked Gagging Orders Fuel UK Property Market Frenzy

Confidentiality clauses linked to Donald Trump's property deals are under fire as a secretive US billionaire's massive spending spree in a quiet UK county dramatically inflates the local housing market, pricing out residents.

Martha's Rule: Thousands Call NHS Second Opinion Hotline

Exclusive: The groundbreaking NHS patient safety initiative, Martha's Rule, has been flooded with thousands of desperate calls to its 24/7 hotline, empowering families and saving lives by granting rapid second medical opinions.

Martha's Rule Now Active in Every English Hospital

In a major victory for patient safety, Martha's Rule is now fully operational across all acute NHS hospitals in England, giving families a direct lifeline to a rapid review if their concerns are not being heard.

Teen dies after hospital migraine misdiagnosis blunder

Exclusive investigation reveals catastrophic medical failures at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital led to the preventable death of 18-year-old Mabel Gondor. A story of misdiagnosis, systemic errors, and a family's search for answers.

Two Cancer Diagnoses in a Year: The Unspoken Truths

A raw and honest account of navigating two cancer diagnoses in one year. Discover the practical and emotional realities that medical leaflets don't prepare you for, from mental health battles to the logistics of daily life.

NHS Alert: Common Painkillers Linked to Heart Failure Risk

The NHS has issued a critical national patient safety alert linking common painkillers like ibuprofen to a potentially fatal risk of heart failure and stroke. Discover the full list of affected medications and the new guidance for millions of users across

Medical Gaslighting: Woman's 5-Year Battle With Dismissed Symptoms

A courageous woman's five-year battle with debilitating symptoms reveals a systemic failure in women's healthcare, as doctors repeatedly dismissed her pain. Her story exposes a troubling pattern of medical gaslighting faced by countless women across the U

Widow's NHS nightmare: Gaviscon for fatal aortic tear

Exclusive: A devastated partner reveals how hospital doctors dismissed his fiancée's fatal condition as acid reflux, prescribing Gaviscon just days before her tragic death from an aortic dissection.

Mum found dead in Travelodge after hospital discharge

Exclusive: A 39-year-old mother, Sian Hollington, was discovered dead in a Travelodge just hours after being discharged from a Kent hospital. Her family demands answers as an investigation into the NHS trust's care is launched.

NHS Doctor Groped by Patient, Then Blamed in Hearing

A shocking incident at a London NHS trust reveals a female doctor was groped by a male patient, leading to a misconduct hearing that questioned her professionalism instead of addressing the assault.

Monash IVF Embryo Mix-Up Scandal Prompts Major Review

A major review is underway at Monash IVF after a catastrophic administrative bungle led to the wrong embryos being implanted into two patients, shattering the dreams of families and raising serious questions about the clinic's protocols.

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