Bolton GP practice to close by end of November 2026
Ladybridge Surgery on Broadgate will vacate its premises by November 30, 2026, after its tenancy ends. The practice, serving 4,500 patients, is working with NHS Greater Manchester to relocate.
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30-minute heat exhaustion sign means call 999
NHS doctor Dr Safa Al-Musawi warns that if someone is still unwell after 30 minutes of cooling, call 999 as heatstroke may have set in.
GPs in England threaten action over online appointment booking plan
GPs in England threaten industrial action over new online booking system, citing 'triage tsunami' and broken promises on safeguards.
GPs Outline Essential Winter Health Strategy: Vaccines, Vitamin D, and Rest
GPs share tips: get flu jab, take vitamin D, wash hands, eat well, and rest to fight winter colds and flu.
Brookside Star Bryan Murray Enters Full-Time Care After Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Brookside star Bryan Murray has moved into full-time care after his Alzheimer's diagnosis, his wife Una Crawford O'Brien has revealed.
King Charles Jokes About 'Endless Screws' in Arm During Veteran Healthcare Visit
King Charles jokes about his arm screws during visit to veteran-friendly GP practice, highlighting tailored healthcare for former armed forces personnel.
Half of Britons with Cancer Symptoms Wait Six Months to See GP
Half of UK residents with potential cancer symptoms wait six months to see a GP, with poorer groups facing greater barriers, CRUK survey finds.
Dad recalls toddler turning grey before brain injury diagnosis
A father has shared how his two-year-old son Ralphie Ray was diagnosed with a rare permanent brain injury after months of fighting to be heard by doctors.
Gran dies after GP surgery 'sent her away' during heart attack
Family of 73-year-old Catherine Brady claims GP surgery dismissed her heart attack symptoms, leading to her death five days later.
Mother and GP Details Daughter's Death After Mental Health Detention
A GP recounts how her 14-year-old daughter Ruth died after being detained under the Mental Health Act at a private unit.
Rebecca Judd splits from manager after 21 years
Rebecca Judd splits from manager Lucy Mills after 21 years, joins 22 Management. The TV presenter and model's career move announced on Instagram.
Bill Oddie, Goodies star and conservationist, dies at 85
Bill Oddie, the comedian turned ornithologist and conservationist, has died at 85. He was a member of The Goodies and later presented wildlife shows like Springwatch.
Doctors Remove Giant Hairball from Four-Year-Old Girl's Stomach
Doctors in Nepal removed a large hairball from a four-year-old girl with Rapunzel syndrome. A similar case in the UK saw a nine-year-old undergo surgery after a hairball created a hole in her stomach.
GPs failing to support frail elderly patients, NAO report finds
NAO report reveals GPs failing frail elderly: only 18% assessed for fall risk, 16% had medical review. GPs cite workload pressures.
NHS GP Dr Amir Khan reveals three triggers for waking at 3am
NHS GP Dr Amir Khan explains the biological and psychological reasons for waking at 3am, including cortisol, blood sugar dips, and anxiety.
Sharon Osbourne Kisses Photo of Ozzy at Parkinson's Charity Event
Sharon Osbourne kisses photo of late husband Ozzy at Cure Parkinson's charity event, as tribute fragrance is launched.
Carlton GP Surgery Appeals to Patients After Hundreds of Missed Appointments
Nottinghamshire GP surgery highlights 700+ missed appointments in 2023, costing NHS over £600k, as demand soars.
One in three GP appointments now remote, as Hancock backs 'tele-consultations'
Half of May's GP appointments were remote, Hancock backs tele-consultations, but experts warn of risks for complex cases and inequalities.
Burnham urged to raise tax allowance to £15,000 for pensioners
Andy Burnham told on BBC's Moneybox that the personal tax allowance could be raised to £15,000 for pensioners. IFS expert Jonathan Cribb says two choices: increase for all or just pensioners.
Perth healthcare clinic to open in former restaurant site
Construction is underway at a new Spire Healthcare clinic in Perth, transforming a former restaurant site into a modern facility offering expert consultations, diagnostics and outpatient treatments, set to open early 2027.
MSP warns of 'worrying consequences' for dental health
An FOI reveals 223,860 NHS Lothian dental patients haven't attended a dentist in five years, prompting MSP Jenny Young to raise concerns.
Record A&E attendances at Welsh hospitals in June heatwave
Prolonged hot weather led to the highest ever number of A&E attendances across Wales in June, with over 98,700 visits and a surge in ambulance calls.
Untreated Hearing Loss Raises Dementia Risk 500%
Untreated hearing loss can increase dementia risk by up to 500%. Regular ear checks and hearing aids may reduce cognitive decline, research shows.
Bowel cancer diagnosed after blood donation turned away
Laura Jackson was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer after low iron levels were flagged when she tried to donate blood. A GP investigation and FIT tests led to the discovery of a 5cm tumour.
Dad almost dies on dream holiday after spewing blood by pool
Peter Beetham, 49, celebrating being cancer-free, lost all blood in his body beside a Gran Canaria pool, requiring seven transfusions and surgery.
Cardiologist reveals worrying sentence in appointments
Cardiologist Dr Nabila Laskar warns that blaming new symptoms like breathlessness on ageing could be a sign of heart disease, urging patients to seek advice.
Cardiologist Lists Five High Blood Pressure Symptoms to Never Ignore
Dr Francesco Lo Monaco warns of five red-flag signs like breathlessness and fatigue, urging people to seek medical help even if they feel fine.
Nurse and bodybuilder, 23, has 10-hour spinal surgery
Eva Bingham, 23, a nurse and bodybuilder, underwent 10-hour spinal surgery after being diagnosed with spondylolisthesis, a condition where vertebrae shift forward, causing severe pain.
Whitley Bay GP Surgery Opening Delayed Over 2.5 Years
The opening of a new GP surgery in Whitley Bay remains uncertain more than 2.5 years after plans were approved, with construction yet to begin, NHS says.
Grieving Mother-in-Law's Constant Presence Strains Family
A reader seeks advice on managing her mother-in-law's constant presence after her husband's death, causing family disruption. Coleen suggests gentle communication and professional support.
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