NHS braced for toughest winter after record A&E waits
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
Around 18,000 NHS staff in England face redundancy as part of a sweeping government reform. Learn how the voluntary redundancy scheme works and the impact on the health service.
Seven men face over 40 charges for child sexual exploitation against 11 Bristol teenagers. Police describe the case as a 'huge shock' to communities. Read the latest developments.
Seven men charged with over 40 offences against teenagers in Bristol child sexual exploitation case. Police confirm victims were aged in their mid to late teens. Follow for latest updates.
Major NHS restructuring in England will see 18,000 roles cut. Ministers promise £1bn savings for frontline care, while unions warn of expertise loss and service disruption.
Seven men have been charged with over 40 offences against 11 teenagers in a major child sexual exploitation investigation in Bristol. Follow for live updates.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has denied a £1bn emergency funding request from Health Secretary Wes Streeting to cover NHS redundancy payouts for 18,000 staff. Discover the implications for the health service.
Senior NHS manager Paul Lipscombe, 51, has been sentenced to 28 years for raping and sexually assaulting girls. He was arrested in a KFC drive-thru. Police urge other victims to come forward.
An NHS trust has been fined over £500,000 and a ward manager sentenced following the 2015 suicide of patient Alice Figueiredo. Read the full story on the family's fight for justice.
Health bosses warn St George's flags create intimidating 'no-go zones' for NHS staff, particularly black and Asian workers. Read about the impact on community healthcare.
NHS staff report feeling deliberately intimidated by St George's flags, creating 'no-go zones' in communities. Health leaders warn of a return to 'ugly' racism impacting patient care.
The CEO of pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca warns that UK patients may be limited to generic medicines unless the NHS increases what it pays for innovative new treatments, raising concerns about healthcare quality and medical research funding.
New research reveals a surprising physiological phenomenon affecting women's vocal control during climax, explaining the science behind this little-discussed experience.
Fresh wave of junior doctor strikes set to paralyse NHS after Wes Streeting's eleventh-hour pay proposal fails to avert industrial action. Thousands of appointments expected to be cancelled.
Groundbreaking research reveals a concerning connection between gout and increased risk of life-threatening health conditions, prompting urgent warnings for London residents.
A South London GP has been sentenced to prison after admitting to a sophisticated fraud that drained nearly £270,000 from the NHS through fake invoices and false claims.
Groundbreaking NHS research exposes stark racial disparities in neonatal care outcomes, with Black infants facing significantly higher mortality rates despite medical advances.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting reveals shocking accounts of racist abuse against NHS staff, comparing current hostility levels to the worst periods of the 1970s and 80s.
Shocking new NHS data reveals obesity levels in young children have reached their highest point outside of pandemic years, with stark inequalities between wealthy and deprived areas.
A senior counter-terrorism officer warns that mental health services are struggling to cope with the volume of referrals, potentially leaving vulnerable individuals at risk and creating security gaps.
Groundbreaking artificial intelligence system begins NHS trials to accelerate prostate cancer detection and treatment planning, potentially saving thousands of lives annually.
Critical funding reductions for neglected tropical diseases could undo years of medical advances, putting millions at risk of preventable suffering as health leaders warn of devastating consequences.
A London-based NHS doctor shares six unexpected medical reasons why you might be constantly feeling chilly, from iron deficiency to thyroid issues and beyond.
A brand new NHS health centre has officially opened in Crystal Palace, offering comprehensive medical services and cutting-edge facilities to transform local healthcare delivery.
New research reveals cultural activities like visiting museums and art galleries may provide significant physical and mental health benefits, potentially rivalling traditional exercise.
A shocking investigation exposes how Britain's healthcare system is failing older patients, with many facing dangerous delays and inadequate care in A&E departments across the country.
Health authorities issue urgent vaccination plea as flu season arrives unexpectedly early across Britain, with cases surging weeks ahead of normal patterns.
Health authorities urge those with flu symptoms to stay home and avoid contact as cases skyrocket across the UK. Latest data reveals alarming 75% increase in hospitalisations.
A woman who thought she'd pulled a muscle at the gym discovered her pain was actually endometriosis growing in her chest cavity - a rare condition that took years to diagnose.
Leading medical specialists are advocating for a revolutionary targeted screening programme that could dramatically reduce prostate cancer fatalities across the United Kingdom.