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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Britain is undermining the care workers it depends on | Heather Stewart

Changes to immigration policy could unfairly extend wait times for social care workers seeking permanent residency in the UK.
#nhs
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Safety fears as UK hospitals use nurses to cover for doctors due to shortage of medics

UK hospitals are using nurses to fill doctor shortages, raising concerns about patient safety and care quality.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Dozens of MPs oppose Streeting's new power to say what NHS pays for drugs

MPs oppose Wes Streeting's power to dictate NHS drug prices, fearing it undermines NICE's role and may be illegal.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

From syringes to stents: Iran war exposes NHS dependency on petrochemicals

The war in Iran threatens NHS supply chains, risking shortages and rising costs for essential medical products and medicines.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

The Big Debate: Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers

Eluned Morgan apologized to patients in Wales for lengthy NHS treatment waits during a live TV debate.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Baby died after NHS trust failed to warn mother of unsafe' home birth, coroner finds

A mother was failed by the NHS after an unsafe home birth led to her baby's death, highlighting risks of home deliveries against medical advice.
UK politics
fromTheregister
6 days ago

UK weighs break clause in Palantir NHS deal

The UK government may end Palantir's NHS contract due to concerns over patient safety and lack of deliverables.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Reform UK poses existential threat' to the NHS, Wes Streeting warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Healthcare

The NHS is already on its knees': Readers clash over striking doctors

The Independent covers critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Two potatoes and cubes of tuna: The bad hospital food hampering' patients' recovery

Quality journalism is essential for understanding critical issues, and donations support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Baby died after NHS trust failed to warn mother of home birth risks, coroner finds

The Independent provides critical journalism on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Reform UK poses existential threat' to the NHS, Wes Streeting warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
Healthcare
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

The NHS is already on its knees': Readers clash over striking doctors

The Independent covers critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
#nhs-waiting-times
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago
Medicine

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life

NHS waiting times significantly impact patients' lives, with long delays causing mental health issues and life-altering decisions.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Healthcare

People turn to private health care to beat NHS waits, says watchdog

A two-tier health system is emerging as increasing numbers of people pay privately for NHS tests and treatments to avoid long waiting times.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life

NHS waiting times significantly impact patients' lives, with long delays causing mental health issues and life-altering decisions.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

People turn to private health care to beat NHS waits, says watchdog

A two-tier health system is emerging as increasing numbers of people pay privately for NHS tests and treatments to avoid long waiting times.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

My assisted dying bill has a democratic mandate the Lords who blocked it today do not | Kim Leadbeater

A minority of unelected peers blocked the terminally ill adults bill, defying the will of elected MPs and the majority of constituents.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'Toxic culture' at NHS trust left staff suicidal

Allegations of workplace bullying and harassment at Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust have led to severe mental health issues for staff members.
Education
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Why can't newly qualified midwives get jobs?

Newly qualified midwives face job scarcity, leading many to seek lower-paid work outside the NHS despite chronic understaffing in maternity services.
#healthcare
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

NHS patients should be able to write up their own medical records and not have to rely on Post-it notes | Will Parman

Patients with complex health needs struggle to communicate symptoms effectively, risking important information being overlooked during medical appointments.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Healthcare

Companies with doctors as directors awarded thousands of euro to treat waiting-list patients without going to tender, HSE audit finds

Two companies received €473,320 for treating waiting-list patients without a tender process, as revealed by a HSE audit.
Higher education
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'Such a let-down' - healthcare students on NHS recruitment squeeze

Healthcare students face job uncertainty due to recruitment freezes and course pauses in Wales, impacting their career prospects and future plans.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

NHS patients should be able to write up their own medical records and not have to rely on Post-it notes | Will Parman

Patients with complex health needs struggle to communicate symptoms effectively, risking important information being overlooked during medical appointments.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Healthcare

Companies with doctors as directors awarded thousands of euro to treat waiting-list patients without going to tender, HSE audit finds

#cyber-security
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago
Information security

Nation states responsible for 'nationally significant' cyber attacks against UK, says NCSC chief | Computer Weekly

Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

Interview: Critical local infrastructure is missing link in UK cyber resilience | Computer Weekly

Local infrastructure in the UK is vulnerable to cyber attacks, risking severe disruption to essential services and public safety.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Nation states responsible for 'nationally significant' cyber attacks against UK, says NCSC chief | Computer Weekly

The UK faces increased cyber security threats from hostile states and AI advancements, with an average of four significant attacks weekly.
Business intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Trends Shaping Dental Practice Management in the Digital Economy

Dental practices must adapt to digital technologies and evolving consumer expectations to remain competitive and manage operational efficiency.
Public health
fromFortune
2 days ago

We could cut 180,000 preventable hospital deaths a year. Here's exactly why we haven't | Fortune

Preventable medical errors cause approximately 250,000 deaths annually in the U.S., highlighting a critical public health crisis that can be significantly reduced.
#assisted-dying
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK assisted dying bill fails after delays but advocates vow to try again

Efforts to legalize assisted dying in the UK failed due to parliamentary delays and opposition from lawmakers.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK assisted dying bill fails after delays but advocates vow to try again

Efforts to legalize assisted dying in the UK failed due to parliamentary delays and opposition from lawmakers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Former boss at Lucy Letby's hospital arrested on suspicion of perverting course of justice

Cheshire constabulary confirmed that the arrested individual was one of three former hospital bosses detained last June on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter, as part of an ongoing investigation.
London politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

Thousands of patients warned as key blood pressure drug faces 'serious shortage'

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency said the measures are intended to ensure fair distribution while supply issues are addressed, with pharmacies instructed to follow the temporary dispensing limits.
Medicine
#cybersecurity
#maternity-services
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Senior midwife appointed to maternity inquiry

An independent review of maternity services in Sussex will be led by senior midwife Donna Ockenden, focusing on transparency and family experiences.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens

Maternity services at Yeovil District Hospital are reopening after addressing safety concerns, with confidence in patient safety from hospital leadership.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Senior midwife appointed to maternity inquiry

An independent review of maternity services in Sussex will be led by senior midwife Donna Ockenden, focusing on transparency and family experiences.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens

Maternity services at Yeovil District Hospital are reopening after addressing safety concerns, with confidence in patient safety from hospital leadership.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Terrible Limbo Between the Emergency Room and a Hospital Bed

Andrej's refusal to go to the emergency room highlighted the challenges of end-of-life care and the inadequacies of emergency medical systems.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Staff at a major Dublin hospital opting to quit following 'exponential increase' in anti-social behaviour

Overcrowded conditions in hospitals are increasing risks of violence against staff, leading to resignations.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Surgeon's mesh surgery cost 20m in compensation

A surgeon's misconduct in bowel mesh procedures has led to over £20 million in NHS compensation for more than 450 injured patients.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

What doctors should look for in a specialist accountant - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Choosing the right accountant is less about finding someone good with numbers and more about finding someone who understands your specific circumstances. A good specialist will answer confidently and with specificity.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space'

The Forest of Dean could soon get its first drive through KFC, but Gloucestershire Live reported some residents were concerned it could "blight the area's beauty".
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What does devolution mean and how does it work across the UK?

Local elections in England and national elections in Scotland and Wales are set for May 7, reflecting the UK's devolved governance.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Long waits make for sicker patients. Sicker patients need more time in hospital. Our health system needs urgent care | Ranjana Srivastava

Healthcare systems worldwide face significant challenges, impacting patient safety and access to care.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Revealed: Children among nearly 200 patients kept in hospital last year because they had no home to go to

Delayed discharges in hospitals increased from 148 to 191 patients due to homelessness and lack of proper step-down care.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

NHS questions dominate election leaders' programme

Welsh NHS faces a crisis with high waiting lists and newly qualified paramedics urged to seek jobs abroad.
Healthcare
fromTheregister
1 week ago

NHS pays 46K to prep next Microsoft licensing round

NHS England is investing £46,000 in benchmarking services to prepare for upcoming software licensing negotiations.
US news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

NHS orders hundreds of patients to be removed from crisis-hit hospital

NHS England orders removal of 287 patients from St Andrew's Healthcare's Northampton mental health hospital following investigations into abuse, neglect, and patient deaths.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Warning to patients ahead of next doctors' strike

Patients in Hull and East Yorkshire face appointment cancellations due to a six-day strike by hospital doctors over pay disputes.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK government axes flagship global health project

UK aid cuts are forcing closure of the Global Health Workforce Programme, ending healthcare worker training and development across six African countries despite ministers previously emphasizing its role in pandemic preparedness.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

NHS support staff in affluent areas offered more career opportunities, report finds

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UK news
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a sick note over mental health concerns

Most GPs have never refused to sign mental health-related sick notes, though the rising volume of fit notes and lack of specified reasons raises concerns about the system's effectiveness and GP workload.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Striking NHS doctors vote to continue action for another six months

NHS resident doctors in England voted overwhelmingly (about 93%) to continue industrial action, with turnout around 52–53 percent.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

NHS waiting list at lowest level in three years

There is much more to do. We've got to pick up the pace...but the NHS is on the road to recovery.
Public health
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Perilous' financial position of NHS trusts laid bare as 780m deficit revealed

NHS trusts collectively ran a deficit exceeding 780 million pounds in 2024/25, forcing health leaders to make difficult choices impacting patient care and potentially resulting in job cuts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

NHS fails to take meaningful steps' to tackle rising negligence costs

The Public Accounts Committee condemned the government and NHS England for failing to address soaring clinical negligence costs despite decades of warnings.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

RCEM urges government to prioritise long term solutions over 'quick wins - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It concludes that there will be one additional death for every 69 patients who experience more than a four-hour wait in ED after the decision to admit has been made. This is consistent with previous studies. It's appalling in and of itself. Crucially, the study also demonstrated that for every four hours a person waited for a bed, their length of stay, once they got into that bed, increased by 8.6 hours.
Public health
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Government unsure how many NHS staff will be affected by immigration changes

UK admits cannot quantify how many NHS staff will be affected by immigration reforms extending settled-status eligibility; social care and private healthcare staff face impact.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

NHS medical negligence persisting in England despite 24 years of warnings'

Medical negligence in the NHS keeps harming and killing patients because governments and health service bosses have not acted on 24 years' worth of warnings, MPs have said. In a scathing report published on Friday, the public accounts committee (PAC) excoriates the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England for allowing the cost of mistakes to balloon to 3.6bn a year.
Public health
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Hospital waiting lists in Wales see record drop

Welsh hospital waiting lists fell for eight consecutive months with 713,048 patient pathways in January, though patients waiting beyond target times reached record highs and cancer care performance declined.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

This is a life and death story for the UK so why is it being brushed under the carpet?

A child born this morning in Britain can expect to be in good health only until they are 61. The last 20 years of their life will be blighted by illness: dodgy hearts, painful joints, an inability to get about. Our healthy life expectancy has been dropping for years; it is now the lowest since 2011, when records began.
Public health
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Damning' evidence of political pressure to open scandal-hit hospital - Sarwar

Government meeting notes indicate political pressure was applied to open Queen Elizabeth University Hospital despite safety and operational concerns.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Better NHS care might have saved 58 babies, BBC finds

At least 58 babies at Oxford University Hospitals NHS maternity unit might have survived with better care between 2019 and 2024, including 32 stillbirths and 26 neonatal deaths.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Plans to cut NHS international workforce appear overambitious, say MPs

Thirty-six per cent of UK doctors and 24% of nurses and midwives were trained elsewhere in the world. The number of visas granted to healthcare professionals has fallen sharply in recent years. But overseas staff would be needed for the foreseeable future, the APPG said.
Healthcare
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Dentists return 900m for not seeing NHS patients

English dentists returned over 900 million pounds to the government in two years for unfulfilled NHS care commitments, prioritizing private work instead.
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