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Category : NHS
International nurse recruitment to UK crashes by 50%
A dramatic 50% fall in international nurses coming to the UK is sounding alarm bells for the NHS. Experts warn visa crackdowns will deepen staff shortages and threaten patient safety.
Overseas Nurse Recruitment to UK Plummets by 50%
New figures show a dramatic 50% fall in foreign nurses joining the UK register, with rising racism and immigration rule changes blamed. Experts warn of severe NHS staffing consequences.
Worst Ever UK Flu Season Could See 8,000 Hospitalised
NHS warns of unprecedented flu crisis with cases quadrupling next week. Strike action and a 'nastier' H3N2 strain threaten to push hospitals to breaking point. Get your flu jab now.
Scotland's worst flu crisis in years as mutant strain spreads
Scotland faces its worst flu crisis in years as a mutated H3N2 strain drives a 70% weekly rise in hospitalisations. Public health officials urge vaccination as the NHS braces for extreme pressure.
Alzheimer's drug could slow disease by 8 years
New real-world data suggests lecanemab's impact is greater than thought, prompting calls for NHS trial access. Over 130 Alzheimer's drugs are in clinical trials.
Nurse Suspended for Calling Transgender Patient 'Mr'
NHS nurse Jennifer Melle faces losing her job after a dispute with a transgender patient. Shadow minister intervenes as the case sparks debate on faith, free speech, and institutional support.
Obituary: Glenys Thomas, social work pioneer dies at 87
Glenys Thomas, who dedicated her life to social justice, teaching and activism, has died aged 87. Read about her remarkable journey from Algerian refugee camps to Birmingham.
Netflix star's brain injury: 'I lost six months of my life'
Pierson Fodé, star of Netflix's 'A Merry Little Ex-Mas', opens up about a severe brain injury caused by an allergic reaction to antibiotics in 2018, which led to memory loss and seizures. Read his full story.
Andrea McLean reveals near-fatal sepsis battle on Loose Women
Former Loose Women star Andrea McLean returns to the show after five years to detail a terrifying health scare involving sepsis, pneumonia, and kidney failure that nearly claimed her life. Read her emotional update.
New 90-second test could rule out bowel cancer for 80%
A rapid 90-second test developed in Cambridge can accurately rule out bowel disease in 80% of symptomatic patients, potentially slashing NHS colonoscopy waiting times and speeding up diagnosis.
ICU Nurse Answers Unconscious Patient Questions
An ICU nurse shares the realities of caring for unconscious patients, from washing hair to managing delirium. Discover the human side of intensive care. Read the full story.
Midwife mum dies in accidental painkiller overdose
Amie Barnes, a mum-of-three and midwife, tragically died from an accidental overdose of painkillers while awaiting spinal surgery. Read the full story.
Record flu hospitalisations strain NHS ahead of Christmas
Flu patients in England's hospitals are at a record level for December, 56% higher than last year. NHS warns of an 'unprecedented wave' as the season peaks. Get your flu jab now.
NHS A&Es overwhelmed by minor ailments as winter pressure hits
Health chiefs warn England's emergency departments are swamped by thousands of non-urgent cases like hiccups and blocked noses, with junior doctor strikes set to worsen the winter crisis. Learn how to use NHS services wisely.
Record flu hospitalisations in England strain NHS
Flu patients in English hospitals are at a record level for December, 56% higher than 2024. The NHS warns of an 'unprecedented wave' as the season peaks. Get your flu jab now.
Streeting's ADHD review criticised as NHS faces winter crisis
Health Secretary Wes Streeting's review into ADHD and autism 'overdiagnosis' is condemned as missing the point, ignoring a 500,000-strong waiting list and a nation in need of hope. Read the full analysis.
NHS 'revolution' to boost organ transplant numbers
A 'revolutionary' NHS surgical technique could provide hundreds more lifesaving transplants. The new method, pioneered in the UK, is being rolled out nationwide to increase usable organs.
Record Flu Levels in England's Hospitals
Flu patients in English hospitals are at a record high for December, with numbers 56% above last year. Health chiefs warn of an 'unprecedented wave' as the NHS faces strikes. Get your flu jab now.
Chiropractor reprimanded for mocking obese patient
A chiropractor with 40 years' experience faces 12-month practice conditions after making inappropriate comments about a client's weight. Read the full disciplinary ruling.
Record Flu Cases Hit NHS Amid Junior Doctors' Strike Threat
Flu admissions are 56% higher than last year, creating a 'tidal wave' of pressure on the NHS just as junior doctors plan a five-day December strike. Read the latest.
Doctor's Free Hack to Clear a Blocked Nose Fast
A chiropractor's viral TikTok trick for clearing nasal congestion in seconds is getting reactions. We explain the method and when to see a pharmacist.
Cold weather may worsen tinnitus for millions
Boots warns freezing temperatures could exacerbate tinnitus symptoms for 7.6 million people in the UK. Get expert tips on managing the condition this winter.
Flu patients in England's hospitals up 56% on last year
Official NHS data reveals a 56% surge in flu patients in England's hospitals compared to last year, with 1,717 daily cases. Experts warn the 'unusually early' season is yet to peak, adding strain to the health service.
Flu Hospital Cases at Record Level for Time of Year
Flu hospitalisations in England are over 50% higher than last year, with the season starting early and yet to peak. Experts warn of severe NHS strain this winter.
Hospital failed to tell father he was terminally ill
A hospital failed to inform a dying father-of-seven about his terminal prognosis, falsely reassuring him he would recover. The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.
Review into ADHD and mental health diagnoses ordered
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has commissioned a major review into the diagnosis of mental health conditions, autism, and ADHD. The probe will examine if 'over-pathologising' is driving a surge in welfare claims. Read the full story.
Family of Youngest UK MND Patient Meet Kevin Sinfield on BBC Breakfast
The family of 14-year-old Kyle Sieniawski, the UK's youngest MND patient, fought back tears on BBC Breakfast after meeting fundraiser Kevin Sinfield. Watch the emotional interview.
NHS: 200,000 'Unnecessary' A&E Trips for Minor Ailments
NHS England reveals over 200,000 people visited A&E for minor issues like itchy skin and ingrown toenails last winter. Health Secretary urges public to use GPs and pharmacies instead.
Hospital failed to tell father-of-seven he was dying
William Chapman died after Countess of Chester Hospital failed to disclose his terminal pulmonary fibrosis. The Ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full report.
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