Andy Burnham Vows to End Labour Infighting as He Takes Over as Leader
Andy Burnham promises to end Labour infighting as he becomes party leader, with a leftwing agenda and tensions over his choice of chancellor.
Category : NHS
Woman Who 'Died' Twice Shares Near-Death Experiences
Deborah Prum recounts two near-death experiences involving an out-of-body episode and a yellow void, leading her to no longer fear death.
NHS bosses accuse resident doctors of seeking 'maximum harm' with six-day strike
NHS bosses accuse BMA of seeking maximum harm with six-day strike; government offers £700m but talks collapse.
Florida Couple Sues Fertility Clinic Over Wrong Embryo Implant
Tiffany Score and Steven Mills sue Fertility Center of Orlando after being implanted with wrong embryo, seeking to find biological parents of their daughter.
NHS Health Checks in England to Include Menopause Questions
NHS health checks in England will include menopause questions from 2026, potentially helping 5 million women.
Writer Tanya Gold Recounts Battle with Alcoholism and Postpartum Relapse
Writer Tanya Gold describes her alcoholism, relapse during childbirth, and ongoing battle with addiction despite 15 years of sobriety.
What to Consider Before Taking Weight-Loss Drugs
Before taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, consider long-term use, potential weight regain, and need for behavioural change, experts advise.
Deafening and Deadly: The Snoring Epidemic Plaguing Britain
Millions in UK suffer from sleep apnoea, a dangerous condition often dismissed as mere snoring. Early detection crucial for health.
Iran Conflict Exacerbates Medicine Shortage in Rural Sudan
Iran war disrupts medicine shipments to Sudan, worsening shortages and price spikes in rural areas, says IRC.
Texas nurse's dream honeymoon turns to nightmare after liver failure in Japan
Newlywed Sarah Danh suffered acute liver failure in Japan, required emergency medevac to Texas and now needs a liver transplant.
At least 160,000 to lose NDIS support as Australian government overhauls disability scheme
At least 160,000 Australians to lose NDIS support by 2030 as government overhauls scheme to curb costs, sparking concerns for vulnerable people.
Dr Philippa Kaye gives emotional health update after major surgery
Dr Philippa Kaye gives emotional update after major surgery for cancer risk, citing ongoing bowel issues and fatigue.
Opera Singer No Longer Considers Herself Deaf After Double Cochlear Implants
Opera singer Janine Roebuck, 72, had double cochlear implants after hiding deafness for 30 years. New NHS trial may expand access to bilateral implants for adults.
NHS Staff 'Embarrassed' by Corridor Care, Avoid Eye Contact with Patients
NHS staff feel embarrassed and avoid eye contact with patients due to unsafe corridor care crisis, MPs hear. Leaders call it a national scandal causing thousands of deaths.
NHS Issues Warning Over Three Leg Symptoms at Night
NHS warns of three leg symptoms at night—throbbing, tingling, pain—possibly indicating restless legs syndrome (RLS), urging GP visits if sleep is affected.
Thousands of NHS jobs at risk as trusts struggle to balance books
Unison study finds at least 21,000 NHS roles at risk by 2028 in England as trusts cut jobs to meet budget targets.
NHS Trust Fined £800,000 Over Baby Wynter Andrews' Neglect Death
Nottingham University Hospitals Trust fined £800k for failings leading to baby Wynter Andrews' death in 2019. Court cites catalogue of errors.
Streeting Condemns ‘Completely Unprecedented’ Doctor Strikes
Wes Streeting condemns BMA's 'unprecedented' strike as 50,000 resident doctors walk out over 29% pay demand, causing patient disruption.
Teenager's Organ Donation Saves Four Lives After Tragic Death
The story of a teenage organ donor whose heart, liver and other organs saved four lives, as told on BBC Radio 4.
Mother's plea for measles vaccine after daughter's death
Mother of girl who died from measles complications urges parents to vaccinate their children after falling uptake and rising cases
Four NHS Trusts Declare Critical Incidents Amid Winter Surge
Four NHS trusts in Surrey and Kent declare critical incidents due to A&E surge from flu, norovirus, and respiratory viruses, with bed capacity strained.
First Gaza Children Arrive in UK for Life-Saving NHS Treatment
First children from Gaza arrive in UK for life-saving NHS treatment; up to 50 to be treated over two years with housing and support.
NHS to Offer Immunotherapy Injection for Cancer Patients in European First
NHS England becomes first in Europe to offer immunotherapy injection nivolumab, saving time for up to 15,000 cancer patients annually.
Amateur Beekeeper Dies After Allergic Reaction to Bee Sting
Hobbyist beekeeper Alan Ransom died after being stung on the ear without wearing his helmet, inquest hears.
Charities Warn Streeting of 'Devastating' Osteoporosis Crisis
Campaigners urge Wes Streeting to tackle osteoporosis crisis as only half of NHS trusts offer fracture liaison services, leading to preventable fractures and deaths.
Republican Senators' Medicaid Cuts Could Leave Millions Uninsured, Advocates Warn
Advocates warn Senate Republican proposal to cut Medicaid could leave millions uninsured and fund tax breaks for the wealthy.
Rugby Players Urged to Stop Sharing Towels and Razors to Avoid Superbug Infection
Public Health England warns rugby players sharing towels and razors risk spreading superbug PVL-MSSA, causing serious skin infections.
Brits Feel Overwhelmed by Tech as Only 1 in 5 with Health Needs Use Apps
Survey reveals 37% of Brits feel overwhelmed by tech; only 19% with health needs use apps. Many avoid online tasks, impacting GP access and banking.
Diabetes Drug Could Save 20,000 UK Lives Each Year
SGLT-2 inhibitor drugs could prevent 20,000 UK deaths yearly in type 2 diabetes patients, study finds, supporting Nice's updated first-line treatment guidance.
Swindon mother-of-six credits Boots optician with saving her sight and life after eye cancer diagnos
A last-minute Boots Opticians appointment revealed eye cancer in a 51-year-old mother-of-six, potentially saving her sight and life.
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