NHS referral 'black hole' harms patients, watchdog finds
A Healthwatch England survey reveals 14% of GP referrals are lost or delayed, causing worsened health for 75% of affected patients. Discover the full impact and official response.
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Labour's Facial Recognition Plan Sparks Privacy Fears
Labour's nationwide facial recognition consultation raises alarms over data security and state surveillance. Experts warn of inevitable leaks and misuse. Read the full analysis.
Man not told he was terminally ill, investigation finds
A father of seven died without knowing his true prognosis after hospital failings. The health ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.
Post Office reprimanded by ICO over data breach
The Information Commissioner's Office has issued a formal reprimand to the Post Office for a significant data breach exposing personal details of over 350 individuals. Read the full investigation.
India scraps order for mandatory state app on smartphones
The Indian government has revoked a controversial order requiring all smartphones to come pre-loaded with a state security app, following fierce opposition from tech giants and privacy advocates. Read the full story.
Brother's fundraiser for filmmaker's funeral after cancer battle
John Izekor, 22, is fundraising for his brother David's funeral and a screening of his documentary 'One In Two', made while battling aggressive glioblastoma. Donate to honour his story.
What patients truly want from their surgeons
A new study reveals patients seek empathy and shared decisions from surgeons, not just technical skill. Discover why holistic care is crucial for patient outcomes in the UK.
Hotel Bathroom Door Crisis: UK Campaign Fights Back
A growing online movement, #bringbackdoors, is fighting the hotel trend of removing proper bathroom doors. Discover the privacy nightmare and the campaign restoring it.
India orders pre-installed state cybersecurity app on phones
India's telecom ministry has privately ordered smartphone makers to preload the undeletable Sanchar Saathi app on new devices, raising privacy concerns. Apple is among the companies affected.
Backdoor Browsing: The Commuter Guilty Pleasure
A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.
Surgeon Sam Eljamel Evades Justice Over Botched NHS Ops
Former NHS Tayside neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel, accused of life-changing botched operations on 200 patients, remains in Libya unlikely to face extradition. Victims demand accountability.
Celebrity Winner's Naked Shower Tip For Privacy
Former I'm A Celebrity winner Giovanna Fletcher advises female contestants to shower naked to avoid cameras. Kelly Brook reveals her own preparation strategy. Read more about the jungle privacy debate.
Harry & Celebrities Sue Daily Mail Over Privacy Breaches
Prince Harry and six high-profile figures are taking Associated Newspapers to the High Court over alleged phone hacking and gross privacy breaches. Discover the full story.
Terminal cancer patient evicted, sleeps on buses
Shaner Osman, 60, with terminal cancer slept rough for weeks after Islington Council eviction. His medication went missing during the controversial procedure.
X's Location Tool Reveals Fake Political Accounts
Elon Musk's X platform reveals foreign accounts posing as American supporters through new location feature. Discover how this impacts misinformation and user privacy.
GP shortage threatens patient safety in England
England's GP crisis deepens as workforce shortages and chronic underfunding compromise patient safety. Top doctor warns of 'unsafe hours' and missed diagnoses. Urgent action demanded.
Hospital failures led to man's death after transplant
A coroner found Barry Loxston died after receiving a kidney transplant when he was medically unfit. Read the full investigation into hospital care failures.
WhatsApp data leak affects billions of users
Security researchers discovered a method to expose WhatsApp users' phone numbers and profile data. Learn how to protect your privacy and what this means for your security.
Essex mum's nightmare breast op caused years of pain
An Essex mother's dream of breast enhancement in Belgium turned into a six-year ordeal of pain and botched surgery. Discover her warning and the campaign for UK patient protection.
Marianne Rigge OBE: NHS Patient Advocate Dies Aged 77
Pioneer Marianne Rigge OBE, who co-founded the College of Health, revolutionised patient information and NHS waiting list transparency. Discover her lasting legacy.
Army Doctor Suspended Over Secret Patient Filming Allegations
US Army gynecologist Blaine McGraw faces suspension and lawsuit over allegations he secretly filmed dozens of patients during examinations at Fort Hood medical centre.
NHS trust fined over £500k for patient safety failings
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.
UNESCO Sets Global Rules for Neurotechnology 'Wild West'
In a landmark decision, UNESCO has adopted the first-ever global framework for neurotechnology, aiming to protect human rights and mental privacy against rapidly advancing brain-reading devices.
Terminal cancer patient's benefits stopped abroad
A mother with incurable cancer faces financial ruin after the DWP stopped her disability payments because she became too sick abroad to return to the UK within time limits.
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.
Strike 3 Porn Lawsuits Target Thousands in UK
Thousands face unexpected legal threats as copyright enforcement firms exploit adult content sites in aggressive 'Strike 3' litigation campaign across the UK.
Tommy Robinson cleared in terror phone case
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been found not guilty of failing to disclose phone passcodes to counter-terrorism police, in a case that raises questions about digital privacy and security powers.
Italian women targeted by deepfake porn sites
A shocking investigation reveals how Italian women are finding their social media photos manipulated into pornographic content and sold on subscription websites, sparking national outrage and legal battles.
Australia's Digital ID Bill Sparks Privacy Debate
The Australian government's proposed Digital ID bill sparks heated debate as critics warn of privacy risks while supporters champion convenience and security benefits.
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.
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