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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Critical incident declared at hospitals by trust

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Trust declared a critical incident due to rising winter virus demand and urged use of pharmacists or NHS 111.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Fifth NHS trust declares critical incident as winter bugs lead to overwhelming demand

NHS trusts declare critical incidents amid surging patients, infections and staff sickness, causing severe delays and overcrowding while donations support independent reporting.
#puberty-blockers
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Doctor accused of sex assaults on 38 patients

Nathaniel Spencer has been charged with over 40 counts of sexual assault and assault by penetration involving 38 patients, including some under 13.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Amazon workers at Coventry warehouse being tested for tuberculosis after possible outbreak

Amazon Coventry is running TB screening after workers tested positive; NHS and UKHSA are involved and say the overall risk remains low.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tax and spending plans to be revealed in Scottish Budget

Scotland's 2026-27 Budget requires tough choices to balance funding, prioritize NHS and public services, and address cost of living, economy, and climate within limited resources.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Dr Alex George looks back: A dying friend told me to throw myself into things more Love Island came into my mind'

Dr Alex George, born 1991 in Carmarthen, is a former NHS doctor, Love Island contestant, UK youth mental health ambassador, and author of five books.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

MPs question UK Palantir contracts after investigation reveals security concerns

Palantir is a US company that provides software to integrate and analyse data scattered across different systems, such as in the health service. It also provides artificial intelligence-enabled military targeting systems. The investigation cites an expert report, internal to the Swiss army, that assessed Palantir's status as a US company meant there was a possibility sensitive data shared with it could be accessed by the US government and intelligence services.
UK politics
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Tech provider for NHS England confirms data breach | TechCrunch

DXS International suffered a December 14 server cyberattack, contained with minimal service impact, and notified authorities amid claims that 300 gigabytes of data were stolen.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?

UK hospitals are experiencing unusually high winter flu admissions; England reports its highest-ever in-hospital flu bed occupancy for the week ending 14 December.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Resident doctors begin five-day walkout amid surging flu cases

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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#influenza
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1 month ago
Public health

Brits told don't go to work 'if you are coughing and sneezing' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Britain is experiencing a rapidly spreading, severe flu strain; people with cold or flu symptoms should stay home, wear masks, and get vaccinated.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Public health

Bad flu season: Should I buy a flu vaccine this year?

A drifted A(H3N2) 'super flu' is circulating; vulnerable people are eligible for free NHS vaccination and others can buy a vaccine (~£20) to reduce risk.
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Partial victory for nurse in NHS trans changing room row

NHS Fife harassed a nurse by mishandling complaints about a transgender doctor's use of a female changing room; other discrimination and victimisation claims were dismissed.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Barts Health seeks legal block after Clop steals NHS data

Barts Health had patient and staff data stolen via Clop's exploitation of Oracle EBS and is seeking a High Court order to block publication.
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1 month ago

Anne Healthcare directors say clinic 'shouldn't need to exist'

What we provide should be available free at the point of access via the NHS. We would love nothing more than not needing to do what we're doing, but until the NHS does a complete 180, and we're not seeing that any time soon, that is why we're here.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Microsoft has ripped off the NHS', says MP amid call for contracts with British firms

Microsoft charged the NHS excessive fees via lock-in contracts, prompting proposals to divert government computing budgets toward British technology providers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Doctors gave my mum cancer drugs for 12 years too long'

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Marianne Rigge obituary

Marianne Rigge pioneered patient advocacy and expanded public access to medical information through the College of Health, waiting-list guides and a telephone medical information service.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Irish doctor died after being given wrong medication, UK inquest hears

Professor Ray McMahon died after receiving an incorrect medication dose at Wythenshawe Hospital following a cascade of errors leading to cardiac arrest.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Chancellor making major pre-Budget speech set to pave way for income tax hikes - live

Rachel Reeves has said she put the public finances on a firm footing at the last budget - but argued that, since then, "the world has thrown even more challenges our way". The chancellor has once again left the blame at the door of the previous government, pointing to "Liz Truss's disastrous mini budget and the 22 billion pound black hole in the public finances". She also pointed to Donald Trump's tariffs and the demand for increased defence spending as she set the stage for sweeping tax rises expected in three weeks time.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Reeves to lay groundwork for tax rises in candid' speech about budget

Rachel Reeves will prepare a budget that may raise taxes and break Labour's pledge while aiming to protect the NHS and reduce debt.
Health
fromTheregister
2 months ago

NHS quarantines devices as suppliers drag feet on Windows 11

A few suppliers' incompatible medical devices are preventing NHS trusts from fully upgrading to Windows 11, exposing systems to security and patient-care risks.
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Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

'How growing a sunflower helped me fight anorexia'

Green social prescribing connects people with nature-based activities to support mental health recovery, increase environmental connection, and complement mainstream treatments.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Who is Michelle Mone? Firm linked to Baroness at heart of Covid PPE contract dispute

PPE Medpro, linked to Michelle Mone, must repay nearly £122 million after supplying allegedly non-sterile surgical gowns during the Covid-19 pandemic.
#ai-in-healthcare
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Lib Dems the last block against forces of darkness' led by Farage, says Ed Davey

The Liberal Democrats position as the sole bulwark against Nigel Farage's Reform UK and its perceived Trump-style agenda, including relaxed gun laws and NHS dismantling.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Ministers could give mayors control of schools and hospitals in devolution shake-up

Mayors may gain major new powers over hospitals, schools, social care and parts of the criminal justice system through amendments to the devolution bill.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Severe inequality in London for weight loss drugs

Significant postcode-based inequality in London restricts access to NHS weekly injectable weight-loss drugs, driving self-funding and unregulated market purchases.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

Smart glasses and AI apps backed to transform mental health care in the UK

Smart glasses that help people with severe depression complete daily tasks and AI-powered filter apps designed to make therapy for anxiety more approachable are among 17 pioneering projects receiving government support to transform mental health care across the UK. Science Minister Lord Vallance announced the investment today, with £3.6 million in funding from Innovate UK's Mindset programme. The projects are aimed at delivering real-time, scalable mental health support, reducing costs for the NHS and easing pressure on resources.
Mental health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Amputee surgeon admits lying to insurers over removal of his own legs

Neil Hopper, 49, whose legs were amputated below the knee, is accused of telling insurers that his injuries were the result of sepsis and were not self-inflicted, intending to make a gain. He has also been charged with encouraging someone else to remove the body parts of others after he allegedly bought videos from an extreme body modification website. Appearing at Truro Crown Court on Thursday, he pleaded guilty to two counts of fraud by false representation between 3 June and 26 June 2019.
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Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?

A free chickenpox vaccine will be added to the standard childhood immunisation schedule in England and Wales from January 2026, with a catch-up programme for older children.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

AI tool that speeds up patient discharges trialled by NHS

The platform, which is being piloted at Chelsea and Westminster NHS trust, extracts information from medical records, including diagnoses and test results.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

A failed surgery on my ribs has left me unable to eat solid food for years'

Rob Lindsell, affected by pectus excavatum, suffers severe digestive issues post-surgery and seeks further treatment not available through NHS.
#gonorrhoea
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

'Without blood transfusions I wouldn't be here'

"Without blood transfusions I wouldn't be here today. The left side of my body was filled with clots. Having the right blood ready and waiting gave me a second chance at life."
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