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Developing AI datacentres: Has the UK government got what it takes? | Computer Weekly

The UK government's initiative aims to enhance AI adoption through homegrown datacentres and alleviate public sector administrative burdens.

Johnson plan to build 40 new hospitals unachievable', Streeting told

Boris Johnson's pledge to construct 40 new NHS hospitals by 2030 is deemed unachievable, with rising costs and critical risks identified by government advisers.

18 hospital builds pushed back to 2032 or later

Delays in hospital projects in England highlight the government's struggles with funding and delivery of its promised healthcare infrastructure.

Developing AI datacentres: Has the UK government got what it takes? | Computer Weekly

The UK government's initiative aims to enhance AI adoption through homegrown datacentres and alleviate public sector administrative burdens.

Johnson plan to build 40 new hospitals unachievable', Streeting told

Boris Johnson's pledge to construct 40 new NHS hospitals by 2030 is deemed unachievable, with rising costs and critical risks identified by government advisers.

18 hospital builds pushed back to 2032 or later

Delays in hospital projects in England highlight the government's struggles with funding and delivery of its promised healthcare infrastructure.
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NHS staff told not to call patients middle-aged, pensioner or senior

The NHS now advises against using terms like 'middle-aged' and 'OAP' in patient communications, urging specificity instead.
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UK Considers Banning Ransomware Payments

U.K. government considers banning ransomware payments to protect critical sectors from cyber criminals.

Half of new hospitals promised by Boris Johnson will not be built for decades

Half of Boris Johnson's promised new hospitals will be delayed until the 2040s, affecting patient safety and staff conditions.

Flu cases make NHS busier than ever with 95% of beds full

The NHS in England is facing unprecedented pressure heading into winter due to high occupancy rates and rising illness rates. Hospitals are overwhelmed.

Government unveils plan to cut NHS waiting list backlog

Government pledges to cut NHS patient waiting times for treatment by nearly half a million in the next year.

Keir Starmer to unveil radical NHS changes to cut waiting times

Keir Starmer plans radical NHS changes to reduce patient waiting times and improve care delivery.

UK Considers Banning Ransomware Payments

U.K. government considers banning ransomware payments to protect critical sectors from cyber criminals.

Half of new hospitals promised by Boris Johnson will not be built for decades

Half of Boris Johnson's promised new hospitals will be delayed until the 2040s, affecting patient safety and staff conditions.

Flu cases make NHS busier than ever with 95% of beds full

The NHS in England is facing unprecedented pressure heading into winter due to high occupancy rates and rising illness rates. Hospitals are overwhelmed.

Government unveils plan to cut NHS waiting list backlog

Government pledges to cut NHS patient waiting times for treatment by nearly half a million in the next year.

Keir Starmer to unveil radical NHS changes to cut waiting times

Keir Starmer plans radical NHS changes to reduce patient waiting times and improve care delivery.
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#healthcare

NHS hospitals gear up to get cyberattack systems back online

NHS trusts are still working to restore systems after cyberattacks, affecting hospital operations and leading to longer emergency wait times.

GPs defying NHS to prescribe formula, shampoo and toothpaste to struggling patients

GPs in England are now prescribing essential over-the-counter items to support patients facing financial struggles due to the cost-of-living crisis.

'I feel blessed to get weight-loss jab' - but can the NHS afford it for all?

Wegovy shows promise for aiding weight loss, but limited access raises concerns about the NHS's financial sustainability amid rising obesity rates.

People seek NHS advice on drinking and breastfeeding at Christmas

The NHS website saw significant increases in visits for alcohol-related breastfeeding questions during Christmas 2023, indicating parental concern around holiday drinking.

Hopes for changes in surgical menopause care

Women facing surgical menopause are inadequately informed about risks, necessitating urgent improvements in NHS care.

Keir Starmer's NHS plan: what are the key elements and can it succeed?

Keir Starmer's plan aims to dramatically reduce NHS waiting lists by improving care delivery through community diagnostic centres and surgical hubs.

NHS hospitals gear up to get cyberattack systems back online

NHS trusts are still working to restore systems after cyberattacks, affecting hospital operations and leading to longer emergency wait times.

GPs defying NHS to prescribe formula, shampoo and toothpaste to struggling patients

GPs in England are now prescribing essential over-the-counter items to support patients facing financial struggles due to the cost-of-living crisis.

'I feel blessed to get weight-loss jab' - but can the NHS afford it for all?

Wegovy shows promise for aiding weight loss, but limited access raises concerns about the NHS's financial sustainability amid rising obesity rates.

People seek NHS advice on drinking and breastfeeding at Christmas

The NHS website saw significant increases in visits for alcohol-related breastfeeding questions during Christmas 2023, indicating parental concern around holiday drinking.

Hopes for changes in surgical menopause care

Women facing surgical menopause are inadequately informed about risks, necessitating urgent improvements in NHS care.

Keir Starmer's NHS plan: what are the key elements and can it succeed?

Keir Starmer's plan aims to dramatically reduce NHS waiting lists by improving care delivery through community diagnostic centres and surgical hubs.
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#emergency-care

Urgent referrals of children in mental health crisis in England rise 13% in year

Emergency mental healthcare referrals for children in England have risen by 10% in a year, indicating a growing crisis in mental health support.

Elderly patient left unable to swallow after 52-hour A&E wait

The inadequate provision of timely medication in A&E can severely impact patient health outcomes.

BBC goes inside hospital battling unprecedented winter pressures

NHS hospitals are facing unprecedented pressures this flu season, leading to critical incidents and innovative solutions to manage patient care.

What are the London hospitals with the shortest A&E waiting times?

Moorfields Hospital leads with a 98% on-time A&E service, while other hospitals are striving to meet NHS targets amidst longer waiting times.

NHS 'wards full to bursting' and flu peak is yet to come as schools will cause 'social mixing' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The flu peak is not yet reached, with hospitals currently facing critical pressures.
Elderly patients and those with chronic conditions are significantly impacted by the flu and cold weather.

'Giving blood is important and costs nothing'

Blood donations in London have significantly dropped post-December, impacting availability for critical blood types, especially among communities needing specific support.

Urgent referrals of children in mental health crisis in England rise 13% in year

Emergency mental healthcare referrals for children in England have risen by 10% in a year, indicating a growing crisis in mental health support.

Elderly patient left unable to swallow after 52-hour A&E wait

The inadequate provision of timely medication in A&E can severely impact patient health outcomes.

BBC goes inside hospital battling unprecedented winter pressures

NHS hospitals are facing unprecedented pressures this flu season, leading to critical incidents and innovative solutions to manage patient care.

What are the London hospitals with the shortest A&E waiting times?

Moorfields Hospital leads with a 98% on-time A&E service, while other hospitals are striving to meet NHS targets amidst longer waiting times.

NHS 'wards full to bursting' and flu peak is yet to come as schools will cause 'social mixing' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The flu peak is not yet reached, with hospitals currently facing critical pressures.
Elderly patients and those with chronic conditions are significantly impacted by the flu and cold weather.

'Giving blood is important and costs nothing'

Blood donations in London have significantly dropped post-December, impacting availability for critical blood types, especially among communities needing specific support.
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#patient-safety

A&E patients facing waiting time of up to 50 hours

Patients at Royal Liverpool University Hospital are facing waits of up to 50 hours amidst a declared critical incident due to high demand.

Ambulance handover delays in England may harm 1,000 patients a day

Ambulance handover delays in England are causing significant harm to over 1,000 patients daily, indicating a critical state of the NHS.

NHS patients at risk as hospital urgent repair costs triple in decade

The NHS faces a critical maintenance backlog, risking patient safety and overshadowing efforts to reduce waiting times.
The urgent need for a 10-year plan for repairs is emphasized to restore patient care quality.

Mother behind Martha's Rule shares scheme's early success

Martha's Rule has changed treatment in 12.9% of calls, highlighting its potential for saving lives and improving patient care.

Hospital advertises 12-hour corridor care' shifts amid A&E pressure

Whittington Hospital experiences significant pressure, leading to corridor care for patients as a last resort.

Patients dying in hospital corridors, say nurses

Overwhelmed hospitals in the UK are creating dangerous conditions, with patients treated in corridors and makeshift areas, leading to severe risks to patient care.

A&E patients facing waiting time of up to 50 hours

Patients at Royal Liverpool University Hospital are facing waits of up to 50 hours amidst a declared critical incident due to high demand.

Ambulance handover delays in England may harm 1,000 patients a day

Ambulance handover delays in England are causing significant harm to over 1,000 patients daily, indicating a critical state of the NHS.

NHS patients at risk as hospital urgent repair costs triple in decade

The NHS faces a critical maintenance backlog, risking patient safety and overshadowing efforts to reduce waiting times.
The urgent need for a 10-year plan for repairs is emphasized to restore patient care quality.

Mother behind Martha's Rule shares scheme's early success

Martha's Rule has changed treatment in 12.9% of calls, highlighting its potential for saving lives and improving patient care.

Hospital advertises 12-hour corridor care' shifts amid A&E pressure

Whittington Hospital experiences significant pressure, leading to corridor care for patients as a last resort.

Patients dying in hospital corridors, say nurses

Overwhelmed hospitals in the UK are creating dangerous conditions, with patients treated in corridors and makeshift areas, leading to severe risks to patient care.
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#patient-care

NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatment

The government is enhancing the NHS app to enable patients in England to book treatments and reduce waiting times for non-emergency elective procedures.

Hospital A&E 'particularly challenged' as trust sees record patient numbers

Queen's Hospital's A&E faces unprecedented demand, exceeding capacity, leading to concerns about patient care standards.

'Patients are collapsing in the waiting room': A&E nurses speak out

The NHS is under severe winter pressure, with critical incidents reported and patients facing long waits and overcrowding in emergency departments.

Flu rises sharply in England's hospitals, NHS warns

Flu cases in hospital in England have increased sharply, reaching over 5,000 patients, a significant rise compared to last year.

Hospital patients dying undiscovered in corridors, report on NHS reveals

The NHS is facing severe overcrowding leading to patient harm and deaths, with shocking conditions reported by nurses.

Revised NHS App key to tackling waiting list | Computer Weekly

The revised NHS app is central to the government's plan to reduce waiting times and enhance patient autonomy in elective care management.

NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatment

The government is enhancing the NHS app to enable patients in England to book treatments and reduce waiting times for non-emergency elective procedures.

Hospital A&E 'particularly challenged' as trust sees record patient numbers

Queen's Hospital's A&E faces unprecedented demand, exceeding capacity, leading to concerns about patient care standards.

'Patients are collapsing in the waiting room': A&E nurses speak out

The NHS is under severe winter pressure, with critical incidents reported and patients facing long waits and overcrowding in emergency departments.

Flu rises sharply in England's hospitals, NHS warns

Flu cases in hospital in England have increased sharply, reaching over 5,000 patients, a significant rise compared to last year.

Hospital patients dying undiscovered in corridors, report on NHS reveals

The NHS is facing severe overcrowding leading to patient harm and deaths, with shocking conditions reported by nurses.

Revised NHS App key to tackling waiting list | Computer Weekly

The revised NHS app is central to the government's plan to reduce waiting times and enhance patient autonomy in elective care management.
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#vaccination

Hospitals hit by 'tidal wave' of winter viruses

NHS hospitals in England are overwhelmed by a surge in flu and other winter viruses, leading to serious capacity issues.

53,000 NHS staff off sick as Streeting can't rule out patients in corridors next year

NHS staff shortages are impacting patient care severely in the UK, with 53,000 off sick in one week.

Carrie Johnson hospitalised after falling ill with flu and pneumonia

Carrie Johnson shared her hospitalization for flu and pneumonia, urging flu vaccination and expressing gratitude for NHS care.

Tell us if you're worried about the NHS this winter

NHS faces a critical winter ahead, emphasizing vaccination to combat rising flu and COVID-19 cases.

Hospitals hit by 'tidal wave' of winter viruses

NHS hospitals in England are overwhelmed by a surge in flu and other winter viruses, leading to serious capacity issues.

53,000 NHS staff off sick as Streeting can't rule out patients in corridors next year

NHS staff shortages are impacting patient care severely in the UK, with 53,000 off sick in one week.

Carrie Johnson hospitalised after falling ill with flu and pneumonia

Carrie Johnson shared her hospitalization for flu and pneumonia, urging flu vaccination and expressing gratitude for NHS care.

Tell us if you're worried about the NHS this winter

NHS faces a critical winter ahead, emphasizing vaccination to combat rising flu and COVID-19 cases.
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#mental-health

The mental health nurse turned east London NHS boss named in New Year Honours List

Edwin Ndlovu has been awarded MBE for his services to the NHS, reflecting teamwork in mental health care.

'A hospital worker WhatsApped my mental breakdown'

An NHS worker recorded a patient in crisis and shared it on WhatsApp, leaving the patient feeling violated and confused.

'We re-mortgaged to buy our kids ADHD medication'

Many are opting for private ADHD assessments due to lengthy NHS waiting times, with prescriptions rising dramatically as a result.

Compassion fatigue in the NHS or burnout? | Letter

NHS staff are not suffering from compassion fatigue, but from burnout and unrealistic expectations.

North London mental health trust to hold largest-ever' career fair

North London NHS Foundation Trust is hosting a free career fair for job seekers with on-the-spot interviews and employability workshops.

The mental health nurse turned east London NHS boss named in New Year Honours List

Edwin Ndlovu has been awarded MBE for his services to the NHS, reflecting teamwork in mental health care.

'A hospital worker WhatsApped my mental breakdown'

An NHS worker recorded a patient in crisis and shared it on WhatsApp, leaving the patient feeling violated and confused.

'We re-mortgaged to buy our kids ADHD medication'

Many are opting for private ADHD assessments due to lengthy NHS waiting times, with prescriptions rising dramatically as a result.

Compassion fatigue in the NHS or burnout? | Letter

NHS staff are not suffering from compassion fatigue, but from burnout and unrealistic expectations.

North London mental health trust to hold largest-ever' career fair

North London NHS Foundation Trust is hosting a free career fair for job seekers with on-the-spot interviews and employability workshops.
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#winter-pressures

All the flu cases in NHS south London hospitals - with shocking rise

Flu patient numbers in NHS trusts are rising sharply, particularly affecting capacity and resources.

NHS is 'busier than ever' as the service is facing a 'quad-demic' of winter cases - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The NHS is experiencing unprecedented pressures with rising cases of flu, norovirus, RSV, and Covid, leading to a potential 'quad-demic' situation.

The south London ambulance handover delays for each hospital trust

South London hospitals face ambulance handover delays but perform slightly better than the national average.

All the flu cases in NHS south London hospitals - with shocking rise

Flu patient numbers in NHS trusts are rising sharply, particularly affecting capacity and resources.

NHS is 'busier than ever' as the service is facing a 'quad-demic' of winter cases - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The NHS is experiencing unprecedented pressures with rising cases of flu, norovirus, RSV, and Covid, leading to a potential 'quad-demic' situation.

The south London ambulance handover delays for each hospital trust

South London hospitals face ambulance handover delays but perform slightly better than the national average.
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#jeremy-corbyn

Tell us if you're worried about the private sector's role in the NHS

The debate over NHS's future focuses on balancing private sector roles with maintaining universal healthcare principles amidst record-high waiting lists.

Corbyn accuses Starmer of betraying' NHS with greater role for private sector

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible quality journalism during pivotal political moments.

Tell us if you're worried about the private sector's role in the NHS

The debate over NHS's future focuses on balancing private sector roles with maintaining universal healthcare principles amidst record-high waiting lists.

Corbyn accuses Starmer of betraying' NHS with greater role for private sector

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible quality journalism during pivotal political moments.
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#katie-piper

Katie Piper trialling out 'artificial eye' 16 years after acid attack

Katie Piper begins her journey towards an artificial eye after years of eye health struggles, expressing gratitude for her medical team and supporters.

TV presenter Katie Piper reveals decision to use prosthetic eye shell

Katie Piper is starting the journey of using a prosthetic eye after 16 years of recovery from an acid attack.

Katie Piper trialling out 'artificial eye' 16 years after acid attack

Katie Piper begins her journey towards an artificial eye after years of eye health struggles, expressing gratitude for her medical team and supporters.

TV presenter Katie Piper reveals decision to use prosthetic eye shell

Katie Piper is starting the journey of using a prosthetic eye after 16 years of recovery from an acid attack.
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#emergency-services

A&E departments absolutely full to bursting' after flu surge, top medic warns

Emergency departments face critical overcrowding amidst a 'quad-demic,' severely impacting NHS services during a peak winter season.

MPs write to Wes Streeting asking for action plan on 14 hospitals in crisis

MPs urge the health secretary for an action plan to address critical incidents in hospitals amid high demand and winter illnesses.

A&E departments absolutely full to bursting' after flu surge, top medic warns

Emergency departments face critical overcrowding amidst a 'quad-demic,' severely impacting NHS services during a peak winter season.

MPs write to Wes Streeting asking for action plan on 14 hospitals in crisis

MPs urge the health secretary for an action plan to address critical incidents in hospitals amid high demand and winter illnesses.
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#lucy-letby

Jeremy Hunt apologises to Letby victims' families

Jeremy Hunt admits responsibility for failures in the NHS that allowed Lucy Letby's crimes to occur and calls for better preventive measures.

We took too long': Jeremy Hunt offers apology to families of Letby's victims

Jeremy Hunt acknowledged systemic failures in the NHS regarding the delay in introducing medical examiners to investigate deaths, impacting accountability for tragedies like Lucy Letby's crimes.

Jeremy Hunt apologises to Letby victims' families

Jeremy Hunt admits responsibility for failures in the NHS that allowed Lucy Letby's crimes to occur and calls for better preventive measures.

We took too long': Jeremy Hunt offers apology to families of Letby's victims

Jeremy Hunt acknowledged systemic failures in the NHS regarding the delay in introducing medical examiners to investigate deaths, impacting accountability for tragedies like Lucy Letby's crimes.
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The London Buzz - 9th January 2025

NHS vaccination campaign targets flu amidst rising hospital cases in London.
Sadiq Khan confirms Oxford Street pedestrianization without taxpayer costs.
Transport for London faces over £2m in pothole compensation claims in three years.
Pro-Palestinian march planned despite police intervention threats.
#transgender-rights

GPs halting transgender patients' hormone treatment or refusing prescriptions

Transgender patients are facing increased difficulties in accessing hormone replacement therapy due to systemic issues within NHS gender services.

NHS nurse suspended following complaint about trans doctor wins public hearing

A nurse's complaint against a trans doctor leads to a public tribunal after NHS Fife's request for privacy is rejected due to public interest.

GPs halting transgender patients' hormone treatment or refusing prescriptions

Transgender patients are facing increased difficulties in accessing hormone replacement therapy due to systemic issues within NHS gender services.

NHS nurse suspended following complaint about trans doctor wins public hearing

A nurse's complaint against a trans doctor leads to a public tribunal after NHS Fife's request for privacy is rejected due to public interest.
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#reproductive-rights

Desperate Britons now believe access to NHS services more important' then free care

Public priorities have shifted towards improved NHS performance over the principle of free care access, especially regarding GP and dental services.

Starmer vows millions of new NHS appointments to end 18-month waits for treatment

The Independent emphasizes the role of journalism in addressing critical issues like reproductive rights and healthcare reform.

What NHS app upgrade will mean for appointments and when will it be rolled out?

The Independent seeks to provide unfiltered journalism accessible to all, emphasizing the importance of funding to sustain on-the-ground reporting.

Desperate Britons now believe access to NHS services more important' then free care

Public priorities have shifted towards improved NHS performance over the principle of free care access, especially regarding GP and dental services.

Starmer vows millions of new NHS appointments to end 18-month waits for treatment

The Independent emphasizes the role of journalism in addressing critical issues like reproductive rights and healthcare reform.

What NHS app upgrade will mean for appointments and when will it be rolled out?

The Independent seeks to provide unfiltered journalism accessible to all, emphasizing the importance of funding to sustain on-the-ground reporting.
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#labour-party

Britain has a social care crisis. Here's how Labour plans to fix it | Wes Streeting

The failure of social care is increasingly burdening the NHS, demanding immediate action to ensure the sustainability of public healthcare.

Starmer warned NHS overhaul will not work without fixing staff shortage

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism in covering critical issues like the NHS staffing crisis and the need for donor support.

Tories claim Starmer's 'emergency list of priorities' is a sign Labour is feeling 'unstable' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Starmer's proposed milestones signal Labour's ambition to address major issues like NHS waits and living standards amidst Tory criticism of instability.

Britain has a social care crisis. Here's how Labour plans to fix it | Wes Streeting

The failure of social care is increasingly burdening the NHS, demanding immediate action to ensure the sustainability of public healthcare.

Starmer warned NHS overhaul will not work without fixing staff shortage

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism in covering critical issues like the NHS staffing crisis and the need for donor support.

Tories claim Starmer's 'emergency list of priorities' is a sign Labour is feeling 'unstable' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Starmer's proposed milestones signal Labour's ambition to address major issues like NHS waits and living standards amidst Tory criticism of instability.
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#healthcare-reform

Will Keir Starmer be able to meet his new pledges?

Keir Starmer's plan outlines measurable milestones for government accountability and addresses crucial NHS treatment targets.

The Guardian view on Starmer and the NHS: renewal is the right priority | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the NHS's importance in rebuilding Britain, committing to reforms that seek to satisfy both health workers and the public.

Private sector's role in cutting NHS waiting lists in England to rise by 20%

Private hospitals will provide NHS patients with up to a million additional appointments to address healthcare backlog in England.

Will Keir Starmer be able to meet his new pledges?

Keir Starmer's plan outlines measurable milestones for government accountability and addresses crucial NHS treatment targets.

The Guardian view on Starmer and the NHS: renewal is the right priority | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the NHS's importance in rebuilding Britain, committing to reforms that seek to satisfy both health workers and the public.

Private sector's role in cutting NHS waiting lists in England to rise by 20%

Private hospitals will provide NHS patients with up to a million additional appointments to address healthcare backlog in England.
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Starmer expected to defend his record on rape gangs in Q&A after health reform speech UK politics live updates

Keir Starmer's NHS speech is overshadowed by media distractions, including false claims stemming from social media controversies.

Health leader made a dame in New Year Honours list

Dame Marie Gabriel was honored for her 45 years of public service in health leadership, especially in promoting equity in the NHS.

Ministers plan biggest shake-up of adult social care in England for decades

An independent commission is set to reform adult social care, addressing urgent needs and preventing overwhelming the NHS in the future.
#health

Hospital visits severely restricted amid flu spike

Visitor restrictions at Broomfield Hospital due to surge in flu cases to protect patients.

Weight-loss drug Mounjaro 'changed my life,' says mother-of-two

Mounjaro's rollout on the NHS aims to increase access to a popular weight-loss medication for those in need.

Hospital visits severely restricted amid flu spike

Visitor restrictions at Broomfield Hospital due to surge in flu cases to protect patients.

Weight-loss drug Mounjaro 'changed my life,' says mother-of-two

Mounjaro's rollout on the NHS aims to increase access to a popular weight-loss medication for those in need.
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Health innovation centre looks to future of NHS while celebrating its past

Lifelike simulation technology revolutionizes healthcare training by providing realistic patient interactions.
#public-health

Cancers getting diagnosed at earlier stage

Proportion of early-stage cancer diagnoses hits record high at 58.7%, thanks to awareness and screening efforts.

Warning over Boxing Day betting adverts after NHS says addiction crisis is worsening

Gambling addiction treatment demand has surged, with festive ads posing risks for vulnerable individuals during the holiday season.

Resist predatory' Boxing Day gambling offers, say NHS bosses amid worsening crisis

Promotional betting ads during the holiday season worsen Britain's gambling issues, leading to increased addiction and strain on NHS resources.

Cancers getting diagnosed at earlier stage

Proportion of early-stage cancer diagnoses hits record high at 58.7%, thanks to awareness and screening efforts.

Warning over Boxing Day betting adverts after NHS says addiction crisis is worsening

Gambling addiction treatment demand has surged, with festive ads posing risks for vulnerable individuals during the holiday season.

Resist predatory' Boxing Day gambling offers, say NHS bosses amid worsening crisis

Promotional betting ads during the holiday season worsen Britain's gambling issues, leading to increased addiction and strain on NHS resources.
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#healthcare-costs

Hospitals write off 112m in foreign patient bills

Over 112 million in unpaid treatment bills was written off by London's hospitals from overseas patients between 2018 and 2023.

UK patients unable to get dental care after eye-watering' rise in private fees

Private dental fees have surged dramatically since 2022, making essential care inaccessible for many amid NHS treatment shortages.

Hospitals write off 112m in foreign patient bills

Over 112 million in unpaid treatment bills was written off by London's hospitals from overseas patients between 2018 and 2023.

UK patients unable to get dental care after eye-watering' rise in private fees

Private dental fees have surged dramatically since 2022, making essential care inaccessible for many amid NHS treatment shortages.
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Michail Antonio discharged from hospital after car accident

Michail Antonio is recovering at home following a serious car accident that ended his season.

MBE for fundraising teacher with terminal cancer

Nathaniel Dye aims to use his MBE recognition to enhance his cancer awareness campaigns following his terminal diagnosis.

England's rundown hospitals are outright dangerous', say NHS chiefs

Hospital buildings in England are dangerously dilapidated, risking fires and health incidents due to underinvestment and poor infrastructure.

UK ministers warned housing crisis puts plans for NHS and economy at risk

Efforts to revitalize the NHS and boost the economy will fail without addressing the housing crisis affecting millions of older people in England.

Machine to revive donor organs used in double-lung transplant in UK first

The use of a new organ preservation machine in the UK could revolutionize lung transplants and increase donor availability significantly.

Boy enjoys first Christmas since organ transplant

Four-year-old Ralph is celebrating his first Christmas at home post-transplant, highlighting the importance of organ donation.
The Waiting to Live campaign raises awareness about child organ donation.

Man who raped and killed NHS worker is jailed

A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and manslaughter of NHS worker Natalie Shotter in west London.
#health-policy

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

A new weight-loss jab, Mounjaro, will be rolled out on the NHS, but the implementation may take up to 12 years due to service capacity concerns.

First final compensation in blood scandal due in days

The UK government is finally implementing compensation for victims of the infected blood scandal after years of injustice.

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

A new weight-loss jab, Mounjaro, will be rolled out on the NHS, but the implementation may take up to 12 years due to service capacity concerns.

First final compensation in blood scandal due in days

The UK government is finally implementing compensation for victims of the infected blood scandal after years of injustice.
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Queen's Hospital taking on stroke patients diverted from The Royal London

Queen's Hospital is now providing 24-hour thrombectomy services to support stroke patients during equipment replacement at Royal London Hospital.
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Warning to Londoners to brace for 'quad-demic' of viruses as flu cases up 350% in a year

London is facing a potential quad-demic with soaring flu, norovirus, Covid, and RSV cases, putting immense pressure on the NHS.

How does weight loss drug Mounjaro work and why is it in such high demand?

Mounjaro, a leading weight loss drug, will be rolled out on the NHS prioritizing patients with significant health needs over 12 years.
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