NHS England's response to potential COVID-19 patient overload included controversial prioritization plans, reflecting profound concerns and ethical dilemmas.
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.
Wes Streeting holds winter crisis talks with NHS bosses in England
NHS leaders are prioritizing patient safety over waiting time metrics amidst severe winter pressures.
Wes Streeting, you must have a better plan for ailing hospitals than public humiliation | Rachel Clarke
Wes Streeting's NHS plan of public rankings overlooks socioeconomic factors affecting hospital performance, potentially scapegoating staff instead of addressing systemic issues.
NHS to review prostate cancer testing after Chris Hoy call for change
There is a strong push to lower the age for prostate cancer testing following Sir Chris Hoy's appeal, potentially improving early detection among younger men.
Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified
NHS England's response to potential COVID-19 patient overload included controversial prioritization plans, reflecting profound concerns and ethical dilemmas.
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.
Wes Streeting holds winter crisis talks with NHS bosses in England
NHS leaders are prioritizing patient safety over waiting time metrics amidst severe winter pressures.
Wes Streeting, you must have a better plan for ailing hospitals than public humiliation | Rachel Clarke
Wes Streeting's NHS plan of public rankings overlooks socioeconomic factors affecting hospital performance, potentially scapegoating staff instead of addressing systemic issues.
NHS to review prostate cancer testing after Chris Hoy call for change
There is a strong push to lower the age for prostate cancer testing following Sir Chris Hoy's appeal, potentially improving early detection among younger men.
King Charles supports healthcare initiatives and the work of professionals like Prof Gideon Mlawa in improving health in Commonwealth countries.
'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'
Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.
Why are doctors wary of wearables?
Wearable technology shows potential for proactive health monitoring, but medical professionals express caution regarding its reliability and impact on patient behavior.
A toxic staffing row is splitting the NHS
The changing dynamics and hostility towards Physician Associates and Anaesthesia Associates in the NHS have created a toxic work environment affecting patient care.
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.
Ransomware hackers target NHS hospitals with new cyberattacks | TechCrunch
Ransomware attacks on NHS hospitals expose sensitive patient data, endangering privacy and raising alarms about cybersecurity measures.
Queen's Hospital professor meets King Charles
King Charles supports healthcare initiatives and the work of professionals like Prof Gideon Mlawa in improving health in Commonwealth countries.
'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'
Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.
Why are doctors wary of wearables?
Wearable technology shows potential for proactive health monitoring, but medical professionals express caution regarding its reliability and impact on patient behavior.
A toxic staffing row is splitting the NHS
The changing dynamics and hostility towards Physician Associates and Anaesthesia Associates in the NHS have created a toxic work environment affecting patient care.
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.
Ransomware hackers target NHS hospitals with new cyberattacks | TechCrunch
Ransomware attacks on NHS hospitals expose sensitive patient data, endangering privacy and raising alarms about cybersecurity measures.
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.
Starmer to pledge cuts to NHS waiting lists and crime in major reset for Labour
Keir Starmer promises ambitious government program prioritizing working people's needs amidst challenges, aiming for improvements before the next election.
UK politics live: Labour under pressure over housing and waiting list targets
Keir Starmer is set to reveal a new ambitious government plan with measurable milestones, raising questions about existing goals and priorities.
NHS England bosses reportedly worried about Starmer's pledge to cut waiting lists
NHS officials are concerned about Keir Starmer's targets for reducing waiting lists and the potential impact on mental health services.
At last, a government willing to spend but this budget will expose it to two great dangers | Aditya Chakrabortty
Keir Starmer's budget promises change but delivers only modest improvements without the transformative impact many voters anticipated.
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.
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.
Starmer to pledge cuts to NHS waiting lists and crime in major reset for Labour
Keir Starmer promises ambitious government program prioritizing working people's needs amidst challenges, aiming for improvements before the next election.
UK politics live: Labour under pressure over housing and waiting list targets
Keir Starmer is set to reveal a new ambitious government plan with measurable milestones, raising questions about existing goals and priorities.
NHS England bosses reportedly worried about Starmer's pledge to cut waiting lists
NHS officials are concerned about Keir Starmer's targets for reducing waiting lists and the potential impact on mental health services.
At last, a government willing to spend but this budget will expose it to two great dangers | Aditya Chakrabortty
Keir Starmer's budget promises change but delivers only modest improvements without the transformative impact many voters anticipated.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NHS doctors say lengthy disciplinary processes have left them feeling suicidal
Long disciplinary proceedings in the NHS severely impact doctors' mental health, leading to anxiety and feelings of being treated unfairly.
One in three consultant child psychiatrist posts in England are vacant, analysis shows
The UK faces a severe shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists, significantly impacting mental health services and patient 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.
They remind me there's a life after cancer': how paintings in NHS hospitals help patients feel better
Art positively impacts health by providing emotional support to patients and enhancing the work environment for NHS staff.
Surge in staff absences at London hospitals due to mental health
Mental health absences among Croydon NHS staff have increased significantly, influenced by the closure of support hubs and rising service pressures.
Alice Figueiredo trial hears self-harm attempts 'not recorded'
Alice Figueiredo's repeated self-harm attempts were inadequately recorded, highlighting systemic failures in patient safety within mental health services.
NHS doctors say lengthy disciplinary processes have left them feeling suicidal
Long disciplinary proceedings in the NHS severely impact doctors' mental health, leading to anxiety and feelings of being treated unfairly.
One in three consultant child psychiatrist posts in England are vacant, analysis shows
The UK faces a severe shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists, significantly impacting mental health services and patient 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.
They remind me there's a life after cancer': how paintings in NHS hospitals help patients feel better
Art positively impacts health by providing emotional support to patients and enhancing the work environment for NHS staff.
Surge in staff absences at London hospitals due to mental health
Mental health absences among Croydon NHS staff have increased significantly, influenced by the closure of support hubs and rising service pressures.
Alice Figueiredo trial hears self-harm attempts 'not recorded'
Alice Figueiredo's repeated self-harm attempts were inadequately recorded, highlighting systemic failures in patient safety within mental health services.
The death of nurse Susan McGowan has raised concerns over the safety of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro, linked to her unexpected health decline.
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.
'My wife died because the NHS used cheap labour'
The tragic death of Susan Pollitt raises serious concerns about the use and regulation of physician associates in NHS care.
NHS patients dying because of problems sharing medical records, coroners warn
Inadequate sharing of NHS patient information has led to preventable deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for improved systems and communication among healthcare providers.
NHS bosses who silence whistleblowers face sack under government plans
NHS managers who silence whistleblowers could face lifetime bans under new government proposals.
Nurse's death linked to approved weight-loss drug
The death of nurse Susan McGowan has raised concerns over the safety of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro, linked to her unexpected health decline.
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.
'My wife died because the NHS used cheap labour'
The tragic death of Susan Pollitt raises serious concerns about the use and regulation of physician associates in NHS care.
NHS patients dying because of problems sharing medical records, coroners warn
Inadequate sharing of NHS patient information has led to preventable deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for improved systems and communication among healthcare providers.
NHS bosses who silence whistleblowers face sack under government plans
NHS managers who silence whistleblowers could face lifetime bans under new government proposals.
NHS turns to DNA sequencing to prevent future pandemic
The UK is developing a real-time surveillance system to enhance pandemic preparedness and response through rapid pathogen detection.
New 38m Hornchurch health hub opens its doors
The St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub officially opened with its first patients, highlighting improved convenience and atmosphere for local residents.
Efficiency, productivity, and public sector technology
The UK's productivity problem is significant, especially in the public sector, affecting economic growth and service delivery.