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NHS Drug Pricing: The Art of the Deal Saving Millions

Exclusive insight into how NHS England's shrewd negotiation tactics secure massive discounts on vital medicines, from cancer treatments to rare disease drugs, ensuring sustainable healthcare funding.

NHS allows pharmacists to prescribe for common conditions

Major NHS shake-up allows pharmacists to prescribe treatments for common conditions like sinusitis and sore throats, freeing up millions of GP appointments and transforming high street pharmacy services across England.

Common Meds Linked to Youth Suicide Surge, Study Finds

Groundbreaking research uncovers a disturbing correlation between widely prescribed drugs, including beta-blockers and anti-anxiety medications, and a sharp increase in suicide risks and depression in children and young adults. Experts are calling for urg

Poodle Puppy Rescued With Muzzle Taped Shut In Oregon

A distressing case of animal cruelty emerges from Oregon as a poodle-mix puppy is rescued with its muzzle cruelly bound shut with tape, prompting a police investigation and an outpouring of support for its recovery.

Predatory maths teacher jailed for abusing teenager

Robert Huber, a former maths tutor from Surrey, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for a catalogue of sexual abuse against a 15-year-old girl, exploiting his position of trust in a case described by the judge as a 'gross breach'.

Van Drivers Face Epidemic of Abuse on UK Roads

Exclusive research uncovers a crisis of abuse targeting van drivers, with 9 in 10 experiencing regular aggression. Discover the alarming findings and impact on Britain's key workers.

Paedophile 'Beast of Belltower' Abused Boys in Care Home

EXCLUSIVE: A predatory paedophile known as 'The Beast of Belltower' has been unmasked as a former care worker at a notorious Scottish children's home, after being convicted of systematically abusing vulnerable boys in his care.

New Orleans Archdiocese $100m Sex Abuse Settlement

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans has reached a historic $100 million settlement with over 300 survivors of childhood sexual abuse, a pivotal moment in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.

Daycare Worker Arrested in Toddler Blood-Smeared Face Case

A daycare worker in Georgia has been charged with child cruelty after a toddler was discovered with a blood-smeared face and multiple injuries. The suspect, Soraya McCall, was arrested following a police investigation.

Common medicines could lead to a driving ban

Millions of UK drivers are being warned that common prescription and over-the-counter medicines could lead to a driving ban, a hefty fine, or even prison. Discover if your medication is on the list.

NHS Doctor Struck Off for Selling Drugs from Boots

An NHS GP has been struck off after being secretly filmed selling powerful prescription drugs, including opioids and antidepressants, to an undercover reporter from behind the counter of a Boots pharmacy in London.

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