NHS Prescription Age Hike Could Hit Millions of Over-60s
Proposed NHS rules could raise free prescription age from 60 to 66, affecting millions in England.
Proposed NHS rules could raise free prescription age from 60 to 66, affecting millions in England.
Inquiry into David Fuller abuse scandal finds NHS failings, recommends CCTV in mortuaries and other safety measures.
A baby was repeatedly told his symptoms were a nursery virus but ended up in intensive care with pneumonia and a collapsed lung; dad runs marathon for hospital that saved him.
Martha's rule may have saved over 400 lives in England, with 10,000+ calls in 16 months, according to official figures.
Nearly 19,000 NHS patients waited three days in A&E over 12 months, Channel 4 Dispatches investigation reveals, with undercover footage showing harrowing conditions.
A Texas woman had a 17lb cancerous tumour removed from her abdomen after mistaking it for weight gain. She urges others to listen to their bodies.
Healthwatch England finds 32% of people in England now use private dentists, up from 22% in 2023, with poorer households hit hardest by NHS shortages.
Study links early breakfast and longer overnight fast to lower BMI; researchers urge caution pending more evidence.
Dr Pimple Popper star Sandra Lee suffered an ischemic stroke on set while filming season two of her show; she recovered after two months of therapy.
Swedish hospital isolates patient with Ebola symptoms after return from Burundi; tests negative. No outbreak confirmed.
Amy Robach discovered breast cancer after a mammogram on Good Morning America; she will have a double mastectomy.
UKHSA warns of carbon monoxide danger this winter, with 20 deaths yearly in England and Wales. Key symptoms and prevention steps highlighted.
Sleep expert Kathryn Pinkham and Dr. Amir Khan explain why we wake at 3am and share two changes, including cognitive shuffling, to fall back asleep.
Second flesh-eating screwworm case in Texas cattle leads to disaster declaration, release of sterile flies, and Canada import ban.
Study finds burning candles can impair concentration and emotion recognition due to particulate matter pollution, with potential long-term health risks.
A person died after eating a contaminated ready meal from Tesco and Aldi in Ireland, sparking recalls and listeriosis warnings.
Two students dead and 11 hospitalised in meningitis outbreak at University of Kent and three schools. UKHSA investigating.
Tulisa Contostavlos reveals Bell's Palsy diagnosis; Dr Amir Khan explains symptoms, triggers and treatment of the facial paralysis condition.
A mother of a seven-year-old autistic boy says children are living in pain waiting months for NHS tooth extractions, as the BDA calls for release of waiting time data.
Experts warn of six subtle signs of hearing loss, including TV volume increase and social withdrawal, based on RNID survey and audiologist advice.
Spring gardening burns calories and fights dementia, research shows. Experts recommend 'green prescriptions' for cognitive health.
Obesity is linked to rising rates of 11 cancers in under-50s in England, but does not fully explain the trend, researchers say.
Surgeon Neil Hopper appears in court accused of lying over leg loss and encouraging amputations; remanded to crown court.
Public Health England survey reveals many over-70s unaware of breast cancer symptoms beyond a lump; urge older women to seek advice early.
NHS doctor warns that waking breathless at night could indicate heart failure. Other signs include breathlessness and ankle swelling.
Health Secretary launches Women's Health Strategy; experts list five subtle warning signs women should never ignore, from abnormal bleeding to unexplained weight loss.
New study finds never-married adults face significantly higher cancer risk, with men 70% and women 85% more likely to be diagnosed than married peers.
A bride who suffered acute liver failure on her honeymoon in Japan is showing signs of recovery, wiggling toes and taking steps.
Strength training is vital for over 30s to maintain health and longevity. Simple routines with minimal equipment can reduce mortality risk significantly.
Israeli airstrikes hit three hospitals in southern Lebanon in a week, killing nine and wounding over 150, mostly medical staff.