Junior Doctors Strike After Government Offer Rejected
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.
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Starbucks baristas strike in major UK union dispute
Thousands of Starbucks workers across Britain are walking out in what could become the largest strike in the company's UK history, demanding fair contracts and proper union recognition.
End-of-Life Care Needs Overhaul, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental reform rather than simply increased funding, with thousands suffering due to fragmented services and inadequate support.
Monique Ryan urges medical research boost amid Trump cuts
Australian independent MP Monique Ryan calls for accelerated medical research funding amid concerns that Trump administration cuts could leave vulnerable patients behind in global healthcare race.
London Doctor Jailed for NHS £268k Fraud
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.
Putin pledges £1bn for wounded soldiers' prosthetics
In a staggering financial commitment, Vladimir Putin has pledged close to one billion pounds for prosthetic limbs for Russian soldiers wounded in Ukraine, revealing the hidden human cost of the ongoing war.
Baby survives after developing outside womb in UK first
Groundbreaking medical case sees baby survive extraordinary ectopic pregnancy, challenging everything doctors knew about fetal development possibilities.
Trainline profits double as digital ticketing defies rail strikes
Trainline reports staggering 21% revenue growth and doubled profits as passengers flock to digital ticketing despite ongoing industrial action across UK rail networks.
Mamdani Delivers: Turning Campaign Pledges into Policy
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani is breaking political conventions by systematically delivering on his progressive campaign promises, from housing justice to healthcare reform.
Black babies 81% more likely to die in NHS neonatal care
Groundbreaking NHS research exposes stark racial disparities in neonatal care outcomes, with Black infants facing significantly higher mortality rates despite medical advances.
NHS staff face '70s-style racism crisis
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.
MaineHealth sends death notices for living patients
Healthcare provider MaineHealth launches urgent investigation after multiple families receive death notifications for relatives who were still alive, raising serious concerns about patient data management.
Tube workers secure 3-year pay deal with TfL
RMT union members overwhelmingly accept transformative pay package for London Underground staff, ending prolonged dispute with TfL and delivering significant wage increases through 2027.
London Tube strikes suspended after pay deal
Major travel disruption across the capital has been averted after Tube workers received a new pay deal, suspending planned strike action. Get the full details on the agreement that's keeping London moving.
Medicare Bulk-Billing Crisis: GPs Warn of Healthcare Collapse
Australian doctors warn that inadequate Medicare rebates are pushing clinics away from bulk-billing, creating a two-tier healthcare system where vulnerable patients struggle to access affordable GP services.
Headteachers consider strikes after Ofsted legal defeat
England's headteachers union is exploring potential strike action as a High Court ruling dismisses their legal challenge against Ofsted, escalating the ongoing battle over school inspections.
Big Pharma's Tax Breaks: Are We Getting NHS Value?
Exclusive analysis reveals pharmaceutical giants received massive tax incentives while NHS faces funding crisis. Experts demand transparency on whether these breaks are delivering promised benefits to UK healthcare.
Kimberly-Clark acquires Kenvue in $27B mega-deal
In a landmark healthcare deal, Kimberly-Clark announces plans to acquire Kenvue, creating a consumer goods powerhouse worth over $100 billion and reshaping the industry landscape.
Priest accused of kicking nurse in hospital dispute
A Catholic priest faces serious allegations after reportedly kicking a nurse in the groin during a confrontation over his attempted discharge from a London hospital. The shocking incident has raised concerns about healthcare worker safety.
Vote Now: Endo The Battle Fights for Endometriosis Award
A groundbreaking endometriosis awareness campaign fighting to end diagnostic delays needs your vote to win a prestigious Making a Difference Award and transform women's healthcare.
Unregulated Pregnancy Scans Risking Lives in UK
Medical experts sound alarm as unregulated private pregnancy scan clinics operate without proper oversight, potentially missing critical health issues in mothers and babies.
NHS trials AI for prostate cancer diagnosis
Groundbreaking artificial intelligence system begins NHS trials to accelerate prostate cancer detection and treatment planning, potentially saving thousands of lives annually.
NHS auto-correct blunder embarrasses patients
A shocking NHS computer glitch is automatically replacing medical terms with embarrassing slang in patient records, causing distress and raising serious data security questions across UK hospitals.
Art as Medicine: How Culture Heals Body and Mind
Groundbreaking research reveals how museums, galleries and cultural experiences are being prescribed by doctors to treat everything from chronic pain to mental health conditions, transforming healthcare in Britain.
UK End-of-Life Care Crisis Demands Urgent Action
A profound crisis in Britain's palliative care system is leaving thousands to face their final days without proper support, dignity or comfort. Discover why experts warn this growing emergency requires urgent government intervention and public awareness.
Doctors dismissed her until male partner spoke
A shocking personal account reveals how medical professionals dismissed a woman's serious symptoms until her male partner repeated the same concerns, sparking a vital conversation about gender bias in healthcare.
US vows to treat drug smugglers like Al-Qaeda
In a stark escalation of counter-narcotics operations, US Southern Command confirms lethal strikes against suspected drug traffickers in Caribbean waters, comparing their treatment to notorious terrorist organisations.
New NHS Health Centre Opens In Crystal Palace
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.
South London NHS Trust Ordered to Improve After Critical Report
A major South London NHS trust has been told to make urgent improvements after inspectors found significant safety concerns, including issues with risk assessment and patient care at one of its key hospitals.
Israel intensifies attacks in Lebanon amid war fears
Fresh hostilities erupt along Israel-Lebanon border as Israeli military escalates strikes against Hezbollah targets, raising fears of wider regional conflict.
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