Flu Cases Fall in London Hospitals, Vaccinations Rise
Flu hospitalisations in London have fallen to 424 beds a day, lower than last year. NHS officials credit vaccination efforts but warn of winter pressures. See the data and interactive map.
Flu hospitalisations in London have fallen to 424 beds a day, lower than last year. NHS officials credit vaccination efforts but warn of winter pressures. See the data and interactive map.
The NHS app will launch video consultations for conditions like prostate issues and severe menopause in 2026, aiming to cut waiting lists. Health Secretary Wes Streeting promises healthcare as easy as ordering a takeaway.
Men with prostate cancer symptoms will get fast video appointments via an upgraded NHS app from next year, part of a new 'online hospital' to cut waiting lists.
Rosie Brooks shares her mother Dawnie's tragic journey, as early-onset Alzheimer's was dismissed as menopause for 15 months. Her story highlights the urgent need for timely dementia diagnosis and support.
Strictly Come Dancing star and NHS GP Dr Punam Krishan shares her breast cancer journey, urging early detection after completing treatment. Read her powerful message.
A major new report declares the NHS a 'priceless resource' for the UK, highlighting its value and resilience despite funding and staffing pressures. Discover the key findings.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35, a month after revealing her terminal cancer diagnosis and criticising health policies. Read the full story.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35 following a diagnosis of a rare form of acute myeloid leukaemia. Read the full story.
Singer Jessie J reveals plans for a surprising career shift into comedy and film in 2026, while continuing music after her cancer journey. Discover her inspiring story.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting admits to 'hardest days' in the job, balancing hospice funding wins with junior doctor strikes and record flu cases. He vows focus is on those still receiving poor care.
A journalist's perspective shifts from critic to patient, discovering the profound humanity and shared purpose that defines the NHS in a London hospital ward. Read this powerful personal account.
Ania Hough's Boxing Day instinct led to a life-saving brain tumour diagnosis for her son Jamie, 8. She urges parents to push for scans if children have persistent headaches.
Around 50 NHS organisations are using an AI forecasting tool to predict emergency department demand, aiming to reduce wait times and free up beds this winter. Discover how the technology works.
Over 50 NHS organisations are using a new AI forecasting tool to predict patient surges and reduce A&E waiting times this winter. Discover how technology is boosting efficiency.
NHS bosses apologise after a blunder at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital led to the wrong body being cremated. An investigation is underway. Read the full story.
Annie Bennett shares her journey after a terminal cancer diagnosis in July 2024, exploring her calm acceptance of death and why she believes society should talk about it more openly.
A Manchester woman's cultural awakening came through a JMW Turner print after a thyroid cancer diagnosis. Discover how art provided a mirror for her struggle and a path forward.
A leading medical figure warns the NHS is at risk as overseas doctors and nurses are put off by a 'hostile environment' of racism and anti-immigration rhetoric. Read the full story.
We delve into the late mystic's alleged 2026 prophecies, from first contact with aliens to major earthquakes and a cancer breakthrough. Are we heading for a pivotal year?
Actor Pat Finn, famed for roles in The Middle, Friends and Seinfeld, has passed away at 60 after a cancer diagnosis. Read the full tribute and career retrospective.
Donna Ockenden, chairing the Nottingham maternity review, invoices up to £26,000 monthly for advice. The final report is due by June 2026. Read the full investigation.
Music legend Barry Manilow reveals early-stage lung cancer diagnosis, requiring surgery. The 82-year-old has postponed Las Vegas shows but plans a Valentine's Day comeback. Read his full statement.
Music legend Barry Manilow, 82, announces a cancerous spot was found on his lung, forcing him to reschedule January concerts. He says it was caught early and he will not need chemotherapy.
Music legend Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis. The 82-year-old says the spot was found early, requiring surgery but no chemo. January concerts are postponed.
Junior doctors in England return to work after a five-day walkout. Health Secretary Wes Streeting thanks staff but warns of tough weeks ahead and pledges to avoid strikes in 2026. Read the latest.
Doctors in England return after a five-day walkout. Health Secretary Wes Streeting thanks staff but warns of a challenging winter ahead. Read the latest on NHS strikes and pay disputes.
Sandy Whitelaw was given 18 months to live with a glioblastoma in 2022. Now, defying the odds, he shares his story of resilience and the support that helped him cherish life. Read his inspiring journey.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the NHS is coping during the junior doctors' strike but warns of a difficult recovery period over the busy Christmas holidays. Read the latest.
A major independent review calls for urgent reform of NHS gender identity services for children and young people in England, prioritising holistic care and evidence-based treatment. Read the full findings.
Broadcaster Adrian Chiles reflects on the flood of concern after media headlines misrepresented his mild skin cancer diagnosis, exploring the awkwardness and unexpected kindness of public sympathy.