Stroke Specialist Shortage Causes Preventable Deaths
A critical lack of stroke consultants in the NHS is leading to thousands of preventable deaths and serious disabilities, senior medics warn. Urgent action is needed to save lives.
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Stroke specialist shortage causing avoidable deaths
A critical lack of NHS stroke consultants is leading to thousands of avoidable deaths and severe disabilities each year due to delayed treatment, senior doctors warn. Read the full investigation.
NHS Stroke Specialist Shortage Kills and Disables Thousands
A critical lack of NHS stroke consultants leads to fatal delays in clot-busting treatment, causing avoidable deaths and severe disability for thousands of patients annually. Urgent action is needed.
Mum paralysed after 3-year wait for rare disease diagnosis
Victoria Johnston's life was upended when she collapsed at work. After a near three-year diagnostic delay for rare CIDP, she's campaigning for faster UK treatment. Read her story.
Mum, 35, paralysed after rare CIDP diagnosis delay
Victoria Johnston, 35, was fit and healthy when she collapsed and was paralysed. Her 3-year battle for a CIDP diagnosis highlights UK treatment delays compared to the US. Read her story.
M56 crash closes Manchester Airport exit, long delays
A collision on the M56 westbound has forced the closure of the Junction 5 exit for Manchester Airport, causing severe delays. Normal traffic not expected for hours.
Jennie Gow's stroke recovery: F1 pundit's ongoing battle
BBC F1 presenter Jennie Gow opens up on her recovery three years after a major stroke caused by a flu-induced blood clot. Read her inspiring story of resilience.
F1's Jennie Gow on 3-year stroke recovery struggle
BBC F1 presenter Jennie Gow opens up on her ongoing recovery three years after a devastating stroke caused by a flu-induced blood clot. Read her inspiring story.
Mobile Stroke Units Cut 86% of Emergency Admissions
A new study reveals mobile stroke units could dramatically reduce hospital pressures in Scotland, saving millions and improving patient care. Discover the transformative potential for the NHS.
2025's Most Delayed Airlines Revealed: Ryanair Leads
A new report reveals the world's most delayed airlines for 2025. Ryanair had the highest percentage of late flights, contributing to a staggering collective wait of 161 years for passengers globally.
US holiday travel sparks major airport delays and FAA restrictions
The FAA imposes traffic restrictions at 21 major US airports, causing delays up to two hours on one of the busiest travel days. Over 122 million Americans are expected to travel this season. Plan ahead and check your flight status.
Christmas Travel Chaos: UK Hit by Airport Delays & Gridlock
UK families face major Christmas travel disruption with 4-hour airport queues, ferry delays, and record road traffic. Get the latest advice and plan ahead.
Royal Mail Christmas Delays Hit 92 UK Postcodes
Royal Mail warns of Christmas delivery delays in 92 postcodes due to staff illness. Check the full list to see if your area is affected. Last posting dates revealed.
French IT issues cause hour-long Dover delays for Christmas getaway
Ferry passengers face hour-long queues at Dover as French border IT systems fail, disrupting the UK's busiest Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Royal Mail warns 47 postcodes of Christmas delays
Royal Mail alerts customers in 47 postcodes to potential festive delivery delays due to local issues. Check the full list and post early for Christmas.
Christmas 2025 travel chaos: Delays and disruption
Plan your festive getaway with our guide to expected traffic jams, train cancellations, and airport congestion across the UK from 19 December. Check before you travel.
Royal Mail delivery delays hit 25 UK postcodes
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery delays across at least 25 UK postcodes due to high sick absence and resourcing issues. Check the full list of affected areas.
Royal Mail Delays: Vehicle Breakdown & Staff Shortages
Royal Mail apologises for delivery delays across parts of the UK due to vehicle breakdowns and high staff absence. Check if your postcode is affected.
Expert tips to survive worsening UK flight delays
Flight delays are worsening across the UK. Discover travel expert Peter Greenberg's essential tips for making long airport waits bearable, from portable chargers to a change of clothes.
Childish Gambino's Stroke Emergency: Health Warning
Donald Glover reveals he suffered a stroke during his tour, highlighting that strokes can strike anyone. Learn the FAST test signs that could save a life.
Cancer patients fight insurance delays for treatment
Exclusive: Cancer patients and doctors reveal how insurance prior authorisations delay critical treatment, with some physicians reporting the process contributed to patient deaths. Read their urgent call for reform.
Gout drug colchicine reduces heart attack and stroke risk
A common gout medication, colchicine, could significantly lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to new research discussed on BBC Morning Live. Discover the findings.
Cheap Gout Drug Slashes Heart Attack Risk
A cheap, widely available gout drug significantly reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes, major new research reveals. Discover how colchicine offers new hope.
NHS Cancer Care Crisis: Patients Face Dangerous Delays
Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients face devastating delays in cancer diagnosis and treatment, with some waiting months for vital care as services struggle under immense pressure.
UPS Plane Crash Causes Major UK Shipping Delays
A UPS Airbus A300 freighter crash at Louisville International Airport has triggered significant delivery disruptions, with customers warned to expect widespread delays to UK shipments.
Heavy drinking before 40 raises severe stroke risk
Groundbreaking research shows that alcohol consumption patterns before middle age dramatically impact stroke severity, with heavy drinkers facing more devastating outcomes.
Sydney Transport Crisis: Major Rail Delays Hit Network
Commuters across Sydney and New South Wales face severe disruptions as significant delays hit the rail network, with Transport for NSW issuing urgent warnings and alternative travel advice.
US Shutdown Threat: Airport Delays and Staffing Crisis
Exclusive: Former TSA chief Sean Duffy warns of catastrophic airport delays and security staffing shortages as US government shutdown deadline approaches, potentially stranding thousands of travellers.
US Government Shutdown Triggers Major Airport Delays
A partial US government shutdown triggers widespread airport delays as TSA agents and air traffic controllers work without pay, creating travel chaos across major airports.
Boeing 777X deliveries delayed until 2027
Boeing confirms further setbacks for its troubled 777X aircraft, with deliveries now pushed to 2027 amid certification hurdles and manufacturing challenges.
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