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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Suspects detained by police denied insulin, cancer and epilepsy drugs, report claims

Detainees in police custody face alarming denial of essential medications, raising serious concerns about healthcare standards.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Brexit costs denying NHS cancer patients life-saving drugs, report warns

Brexit is significantly hindering British cancer patients' access to new treatments and clinical trials.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Is the NHS in crisis? Have your say as public satisfaction hits record low

Public dissatisfaction with the NHS has reached record levels driven by access, wait times, and staffing issues, despite ongoing belief in its founding principles.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Peer who led government NHS review failed to declare shares in health firms

Lord Darzi failed to declare substantial shareholdings in healthcare companies, raising concerns over transparency regarding conflicts of interest.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Brexit led to 1,500 deaths a year as EU nurses left UK, study finds

Brexit has significantly harmed the NHS, resulting in increased patient mortality due to a shortage of skilled nurses.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Suspects detained by police denied insulin, cancer and epilepsy drugs, report claims

Detainees in police custody face alarming denial of essential medications, raising serious concerns about healthcare standards.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Brexit costs denying NHS cancer patients life-saving drugs, report warns

Brexit is significantly hindering British cancer patients' access to new treatments and clinical trials.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Is the NHS in crisis? Have your say as public satisfaction hits record low

Public dissatisfaction with the NHS has reached record levels driven by access, wait times, and staffing issues, despite ongoing belief in its founding principles.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Peer who led government NHS review failed to declare shares in health firms

Lord Darzi failed to declare substantial shareholdings in healthcare companies, raising concerns over transparency regarding conflicts of interest.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Brexit led to 1,500 deaths a year as EU nurses left UK, study finds

Brexit has significantly harmed the NHS, resulting in increased patient mortality due to a shortage of skilled nurses.
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#budget-cuts
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Doubtful the government will give teachers and the NHS pay rises which threatens strike action - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Treasury mandates that recommended pay rises for teachers and NHS workers come from existing budgets, potentially inciting strike actions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
UK politics

Hospitals in England reducing staff and services as part of NHS financial reset'

NHS hospitals in England face significant staff cuts and service closures amid demands for unprecedented financial savings to avert a projected deficit.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Doubtful the government will give teachers and the NHS pay rises which threatens strike action - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Treasury mandates that recommended pay rises for teachers and NHS workers come from existing budgets, potentially inciting strike actions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
UK politics

Hospitals in England reducing staff and services as part of NHS financial reset'

NHS hospitals in England face significant staff cuts and service closures amid demands for unprecedented financial savings to avert a projected deficit.
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#compensation
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
UK news

NHS worker likened to Darth Vader awarded 29,000

An NHS worker received £30,000 compensation after being disparaged by a colleague through a Star Wars-themed personality test that labeled her as Darth Vader.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago
UK politics

More blood victims will die without compensation - minister

Victims of the infected blood scandal may die without receiving compensation, with only 106 awards paid out to date.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
UK news

London NHS worker awarded 29,000 after being likened to Darth Vader

Lorna Rooke received £30,000 in compensation after being compared to Darth Vader at work, which the tribunal deemed a workplace detriment.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
UK news

NHS worker likened to Darth Vader awarded 29,000

An NHS worker received £30,000 compensation after being disparaged by a colleague through a Star Wars-themed personality test that labeled her as Darth Vader.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago
UK politics

More blood victims will die without compensation - minister

Victims of the infected blood scandal may die without receiving compensation, with only 106 awards paid out to date.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
UK news

London NHS worker awarded 29,000 after being likened to Darth Vader

Lorna Rooke received £30,000 in compensation after being compared to Darth Vader at work, which the tribunal deemed a workplace detriment.
more#compensation
#healthcare-funding
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK politics

Streeting accused of 'betrayal' over maternity funding plan

Funding for maternity safety has been drastically reduced, raising concerns among campaigners and health professionals.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK politics

Streeting accused of 'betrayal' over maternity funding plan

Funding for maternity safety has been drastically reduced, raising concerns among campaigners and health professionals.
more#healthcare-funding
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
6 days ago

Medical AI trained on whopping 57 million health records

Foresight AI model utilizes 57 million NHS health records for predicting health conditions, marking a significant leap in health research.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago
UK politics

Swinney pledges to tackle GP appointment 'lottery'

The NHS will be prioritized in Scottish legislative plans to improve health service capacity before the next Holyrood election.
#health-policy
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

The English neighbourhood that could hold the secret to fixing the NHS

The NHS plan aims to improve healthcare by shifting services from hospitals to community settings.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK politics

We all know the crisis in UK social care damages lives and the economy: it's the Treasury we must convince | Layla Moran

The cost of not reforming social care affects individuals, the economy, and the NHS.
A lack of data limits accurate assessment of social care's economic impacts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
UK politics

Wes Streeting pledges 8.3m extra GP appointments funded by tax rises

Wes Streeting defends tax rises as crucial for NHS funding, promising more GP appointments and improved health service access.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK politics

Doing nothing on social care 'untenable', MPs warn

Reforming England's social care is crucial to avoid financial and human cost, according to cross-party MPs.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Starmer freezes prescription charges in England days before the local elections - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK prescription charges frozen at £9.90 for the first time in three years, saving patients approximately £18 million in 2026.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

The English neighbourhood that could hold the secret to fixing the NHS

The NHS plan aims to improve healthcare by shifting services from hospitals to community settings.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK politics

We all know the crisis in UK social care damages lives and the economy: it's the Treasury we must convince | Layla Moran

The cost of not reforming social care affects individuals, the economy, and the NHS.
A lack of data limits accurate assessment of social care's economic impacts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
UK politics

Wes Streeting pledges 8.3m extra GP appointments funded by tax rises

Wes Streeting defends tax rises as crucial for NHS funding, promising more GP appointments and improved health service access.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK politics

Doing nothing on social care 'untenable', MPs warn

Reforming England's social care is crucial to avoid financial and human cost, according to cross-party MPs.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Starmer freezes prescription charges in England days before the local elections - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK prescription charges frozen at £9.90 for the first time in three years, saving patients approximately £18 million in 2026.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Mental health

Coroner expresses concerns over NHS menopause care after death of teacher

The NHS requires urgent improvements in menopause care following a woman's suicide linked to inadequate mental health support.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK news

Second daily endometriosis pill approved for NHS

Linzagolix, a new NHS-approved pill, offers additional management options for endometriosis symptoms in over 1,000 women in the UK.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Mental health

Coroner expresses concerns over NHS menopause care after death of teacher

The NHS requires urgent improvements in menopause care following a woman's suicide linked to inadequate mental health support.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK news

Second daily endometriosis pill approved for NHS

Linzagolix, a new NHS-approved pill, offers additional management options for endometriosis symptoms in over 1,000 women in the UK.
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#teachers
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

No extra money for NHS staff and teacher pay rises, says Downing Street

NHS staff and teachers' pay rises may prompt strike action if not funded correctly by the Treasury.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Labour braces for 'unrest' as millions of public sector workers could strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour faces potential unrest as public sector workers may strike over insufficient pay rise recommendations.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Labour braces for 'unrest' as millions of public sector workers could strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour faces potential unrest as public sector workers may strike over insufficient pay rise recommendations.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Starmer claims tech will take NHS out of dark ages' as report says A&E care worse than pre-Covid UK politics live

Local elections are crucial for confirming Reform UK's political significance and the potential end of the two-party system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour ads use NHS to attack Farage's views before major Reform rally

Labour targets Nigel Farage's NHS views in anticipation of upcoming local elections, challenging his healthcare policy proposals.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Starmer claims tech will take NHS out of dark ages' as report says A&E care worse than pre-Covid UK politics live

Local elections are crucial for confirming Reform UK's political significance and the potential end of the two-party system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour ads use NHS to attack Farage's views before major Reform rally

Labour targets Nigel Farage's NHS views in anticipation of upcoming local elections, challenging his healthcare policy proposals.
more#labour-party
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Urgent care worse than pre-pandemic, think tank says

The NHS's emergency care performance is significantly worse now than pre-pandemic, with record A&E waiting times.
The Health Foundation criticizes the government for not addressing the underlying issues in the NHS.
#patient-safety
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Exhausted hospital staff putting patients at risk, says watchdog

NHS staff fatigue severely impacts patient safety, causing medication errors and impaired decision-making.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
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Royal Free Hospital trust 'pays out 26m in misdiagnosis claims'

Royal Free London NHS Trust has paid over £26 million in misdiagnosis claims since 2019, indicating significant issues in diagnostic practices.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Exhausted hospital staff putting patients at risk, says watchdog

NHS staff fatigue severely impacts patient safety, causing medication errors and impaired decision-making.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

Royal Free Hospital trust 'pays out 26m in misdiagnosis claims'

Royal Free London NHS Trust has paid over £26 million in misdiagnosis claims since 2019, indicating significant issues in diagnostic practices.
more#patient-safety
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Sex ruling: we must have a more balanced debate | Letters

The uncertainty surrounding trans rights today causes significant distress for individuals and impacts their everyday lives.
#innovation
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
Healthcare

GPs and sports centre join forces

New healthcare service combines NHS and sports facilities in East Sussex.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
London startup

Drones could deliver NHS supplies under UK regulation changes

Drones may be permitted for long-distance missions in remote areas by 2026, advancing NHS services and other sectors.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
Healthcare

GPs and sports centre join forces

New healthcare service combines NHS and sports facilities in East Sussex.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
London startup

Drones could deliver NHS supplies under UK regulation changes

Drones may be permitted for long-distance missions in remote areas by 2026, advancing NHS services and other sectors.
more#innovation
fromBBC News
1 year ago
UK politics

Can health secretary name NHS trusts performing well?

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins declined to name health trusts successfully cutting waiting lists during an interview, raising concerns about NHS performance.
#uk-government
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

Drones set to deliver NHS supplies and inspect offshore sites under new UK rules by 2026

UK plans new drone regulations for BVLOS operations could enhance NHS services and remote area access by 2026.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Ministers to review hundreds of public bodies

The UK government is reviewing public bodies to identify potential cuts and enhance ministerial control over taxpayer-funded organisations.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

Drones set to deliver NHS supplies and inspect offshore sites under new UK rules by 2026

UK plans new drone regulations for BVLOS operations could enhance NHS services and remote area access by 2026.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Ministers to review hundreds of public bodies

The UK government is reviewing public bodies to identify potential cuts and enhance ministerial control over taxpayer-funded organisations.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Doctors in end-of-life cases can be named

The Supreme Court ruled that doctors in high-profile end-of-life cases can be named, emphasizing transparency and public interest over confidentiality.
#patient-care
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London startup

London heart attack patient, 71, is Britain's first to get lifesaving chemotherapy-style' treatment

A pioneering heart attack treatment could reduce deaths by nearly two-thirds and improve patients' quality of life.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK news

Care of 800 patients reviewed amid surgeon concerns

An external review will evaluate care provided to 800 patients at Addenbrooke's Hospital following a surgeon's suspension due to treatment concerns.
London startup
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

London heart attack patient, 71, is Britain's first to get lifesaving chemotherapy-style' treatment

A pioneering heart attack treatment could reduce deaths by nearly two-thirds and improve patients' quality of life.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK news

Care of 800 patients reviewed amid surgeon concerns

An external review will evaluate care provided to 800 patients at Addenbrooke's Hospital following a surgeon's suspension due to treatment concerns.
more#patient-care
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Skin cancer patients could join vaccine project

A new needle-free cancer vaccine trial aims to significantly boost the immune response in patients with advanced melanoma.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A back to work' approach to mental illness is no panacea | Letters

Mental illness disproportionately impacts lower socioeconomic classes, exacerbated by financial stress and systemic inequalities.
Mental health
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Almost one in two hospital workers at NHS trust 'so stressed they feel sick'

High levels of work-related stress reported by BHRUT staff, indicating significant mental health issues.
Increased harassment instances towards staff from patients and public, surpassing NHS average rates.
Low percentage of staff feel safe and adequately supported in their work environment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

It brings you in and shelters you': NHS creates recovery gardens' for staff and patients

NHS staff are increasingly using garden spaces for stress relief and mental wellbeing.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

NHS mental health trusts announce merger plan

Two NHS trusts will merge to strengthen mental health services in North London.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A back to work' approach to mental illness is no panacea | Letters

Mental illness disproportionately impacts lower socioeconomic classes, exacerbated by financial stress and systemic inequalities.
Mental health
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Almost one in two hospital workers at NHS trust 'so stressed they feel sick'

High levels of work-related stress reported by BHRUT staff, indicating significant mental health issues.
Increased harassment instances towards staff from patients and public, surpassing NHS average rates.
Low percentage of staff feel safe and adequately supported in their work environment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

It brings you in and shelters you': NHS creates recovery gardens' for staff and patients

NHS staff are increasingly using garden spaces for stress relief and mental wellbeing.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

NHS mental health trusts announce merger plan

Two NHS trusts will merge to strengthen mental health services in North London.
more#mental-health
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'The NHS can't tell me where my job will be'

Newly-qualified medical students face uncertainty over job placements due to NHS changes in job allocation.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London politics

Government rejects House of Lords bid to exclude NHS hospitals from 75 million 'high street levy' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

NHS Hospitals will incur a new 'levy' to support tax cuts for high street firms, totaling £75 million annually.
Healthcare
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Report discovers rats, cockroaches and silverfish in NHS buildings

NHS buildings are in disrepair, facing pest infestations and safety hazards, according to a survey of health workers.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

From rats to sewage leaks: NHS staff expose reality inside UK hospitals

The Independent emphasizes the importance of journalism in critical issues without paywalls, aiming to inform all Americans.
NHS buildings face significant pest issues, raising concerns about hygiene and safety among health workers.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Queen's Hospital bid for 35m to transform 'inadequate' A&E gets boost

MP Margaret Mullane is advocating for £35 million to improve Queen's Hospital A&E services due to capacity issues.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

I've got to move to Scotland because I can't get the cancer drug I need in England'

The struggle for access to life-saving treatment exposes the inequality in healthcare across regions.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Public satisfaction with NHS hits record low

Public satisfaction with the NHS reached a record low of 21% in 2024, driven by concerns over waiting times and staff shortages.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
Medicine

Thamesmead doctor repeatedly hit woman with a stick in fit of anger

Dr Osman Hajahmed was banned from practicing medicine after being found guilty of assault, with the tribunal noting the seriousness of his actions.
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Two north London maternity services face closure at crunch NHS meeting

Significant changes to maternity and neonatal services in North London are proposed, including the closure of services at the Royal Free Hospital.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Post-Brexit reliance on NHS staff from red list' countries is unethical, Streeting says

Brexit has increased NHS reliance on healthcare staff from countries deemed unethical to recruit from, posing ethical dilemmas and risks to their health systems.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London food

Three deaths linked to listeria detected in NHS desserts

A listeria outbreak linked to Cool Delight Desserts is under investigation after three deaths and two non-fatal cases were reported among vulnerable patients.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Murder cops find 'no foul play' over woman's hotel room drugs death

Ellena Pierre's cause of death involves unprescribed, high doses of drugs with no sources identified, raising suspicions around her boyfriend's actions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Observer view: NHS job cuts may exacerbate health service's challenges | Observer editorial

Keir Starmer plans to abolish NHS England for improved efficiency and reduced bureaucracy.
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