Flawed disciplinary cases cost UK economy £28.5bn yearly
Poorly handled workplace disciplinary investigations cost the UK £28.5bn annually and should be treated as a public health threat, according to the UK Faculty of Public Health.
Category : Health Policy
At a dying man's bedside, the courage to include the young
An oncologist reflects on a bedside conversation with a dying man's family, including his young grandson, highlighting the importance of including youth in end-of-life realities.
Meningitis B vaccine bookings open for teens in England
Teenagers heading to university in England can book MenB vaccine from today. The jab programme follows outbreaks, with first-year students at seven times higher risk.
Guide dog owners face everyday ignorance across UK
Almost 90% of guide dog owners have been refused access to businesses, despite it being illegal. Guide Dogs calls for stronger Equality Act protections and staff training.
Guggenheim Tests Positive for Legionnaires' Bacteria
New York City's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum tested positive for legionella bacteria, but officials say it poses no risk and remediation is complete.
Eric Lampaert on amnesia, anxiety, and rebirth
In 2019, Eric Lampaert woke up with amnesia, unable to recognize anyone. Now he's back with a new show, Zero Minus One, at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Disability benefits system 'not working', Timms review finds
A landmark government review of the personal independence payment (Pip) has concluded the system is 'not working', with deep-rooted problems that dehumanise and degrade vulnerable claimants.
Inclusive play schemes benefit all children, not just disabled
A parent shares how Bolton's inclusive play scheme in the late 1990s provided essential support for disabled children and taught able-bodied children about inclusion.
Utah revokes license of Provo Canyon School after Paris Hilton abuse claims
Utah revoked the license of Provo Canyon School, where Paris Hilton says she was abused, citing multiple safety failures including neglect and restraint issues.
Consultants in England vote for NHS strikes over pay and hours
Consultant doctors in England have voted to strike over the next year, with 76% backing action amid pay and working week disputes, though dates remain unannounced.
Cyclosporiasis Cases Surge in Michigan, Spread Across 18 States
Nearly 700 cyclosporiasis cases reported in Michigan, up from 170 six days earlier. CDC investigates 'alarming' clusters across 18 states, with symptoms including explosive diarrhea.
Girl endured six rounds of chemo after misdiagnosis
Faye Condon, 12, underwent six cycles of chemotherapy unnecessarily after being misdiagnosed with an autoimmune disease. She was finally diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
UK heatwave sleep tips: Experts warn against cold showers
With a third UK heatwave bringing temperatures up to 34°C, sleep experts advise against cold showers and share tips for better rest, including nasal breathing and freezing sheets.
Readers share memory test experiences in letters
Guardian readers respond to letters about memory tests, sharing anecdotes of unexpected answers and humor in challenging situations.
NHS to rate trusts on tackling racism and violence
From July, all NHS acute, ambulance and mental health trusts in England will be ranked on six workforce wellbeing measures, affecting over 1.5 million staff.
Watchdog warns of risks as private equity's healthcare stake grows
A watchdog report details over 500 joint ventures between private equity and non-profit healthcare providers, calling for greater oversight to protect patients.
Care home staff failed to act as teen lay dying, coroner says
Jake Taylor, 19, died after care home staff failed to perform CPR and no defibrillator was available. Coroner cites 'no beneficial interventions' before ambulance arrived.
Older Generation Finds Joy and Fearlessness in Circus
Circus classes for over-50s are booming, with participants as old as 97 finding joy, health benefits, and community. Studies show juggling improves balance and brain structure.
Coping with grief and guilt after losing a husband
A widow struggles with grief and guilt after her husband's death from a protracted illness, compounded by the sudden loss of her dog. A therapist offers guidance on navigating bereavement.
NHS patients to get three weeks' notice of appointments
NHS England orders hospitals to notify patients at least three weeks before appointments, inspired by Amazon and John Lewis customer service, to end late notice 'farce'.
Former nurse in tent after council denies housing priority
Olivia Hill, 33, a former nurse with severe mental health issues, was given a tent and food vouchers by High Peak Borough Council after being deemed not a priority for emergency housing, leaving her homeless and distraught.
US-UK drug deal may cause 229,000 excess deaths in England
Analysis suggests NHS will divert £45bn to pay for new medicines under UK-US trade deal, leading to 229,000 avoidable deaths by 2036.
Senate restores human oversight to aged care algorithm
The Senate has passed legislation to restore human oversight to an aged care algorithm, the integrated assessment tool, which had been criticised as 'cruel' and 'inhumane' for under-assessing elderly Australians.
Epidural access disparities for minority women in UK revealed
Women from black and Asian backgrounds in the UK are less likely to receive epidurals during childbirth, research shows, highlighting racial inequalities in pain relief across healthcare.
Health pros urge EU climate strategy as heatwaves hit hospitals
Health professionals across Europe call for an EU climate and health strategy after heatwaves overwhelm hospitals, with France raising emergency mobilisation to highest level.
NHS urges irregular period checks for PMOS
Up to 4 million women with irregular periods should be investigated for polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) under new NHS guidance, which aims to improve diagnosis and care.
500,000 New Yorkers lose health insurance after Trump cuts
Nearly 500,000 moderate-income New Yorkers will lose health insurance on July 1 due to HR 1, the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' which slashed $911bn in health spending for tax cuts.
Maternity commissioner role 'fundamentally dangerous', says bereaved mother
Emily Barley, founder of Maternity Safety Alliance, says the new role will not solve wider cultural problems in NHS maternity care, calling it a headline-grabbing move.
Amos report 'watershed moment' for England maternity care
Health secretary James Murray says Lady Amos's damning report reveals 'toxic' culture in NHS maternity units, announces creation of a maternity commissioner.
Met officer smelled underwear to check for cheating in abuse case
A former Met Police officer, Lindsay Blackman, subjected a woman to physical abuse and coercive control, including smelling her underwear to check for infidelity. A misconduct panel found he would have been dismissed if still serving.
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