NHS AI Receptionists Face Patient Backlash
Patients in Doncaster and Thurrock report frustrating experiences with AI receptionists like EMMA, calling for more human staff instead of technological solutions in the NHS.
Category : NHS Services
London NHS Trust Urged to Reject Palantir Software
Campaigners in Hackney call on Homerton Healthcare to shun NHS data platform built by Palantir, citing privacy fears and firm's controversial global contracts.
Free NHS Eye Tests: Who Qualifies & How to Claim
Discover who is eligible for free NHS eye tests and optical vouchers, including age groups, benefit recipients, and medical conditions. Learn how to check your status and claim refunds if you've paid incorrectly.
NHS staff face 285 violent attacks daily
Violence against NHS staff in England has reached emergency levels, with 285 attacks reported daily. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls for action to protect the health workforce.
NHS sexual safety charter failing, unions warn
A flagship NHS charter to tackle sexual harassment is not being implemented, unions say, as reports of abuse against female staff continue to climb. Calls for urgent action.
NHS secretly caps ADHD assessments to save money
Exclusive: Over half of NHS boards limit ADHD assessments without telling GPs or patients, as waiting lists stretch to eight years. Discover the hidden rationing affecting thousands.
NHS ADHD crisis: £164m overspend, patients failed
An investigation reveals NHS England's ADHD services are set to overspend by £164m, pushing desperate patients into an under-regulated private market. Discover the systemic failures.
NHS pays up to £20k for botched surgery complications
New research reveals the NHS is spending thousands treating complications from cosmetic and weight loss surgery abroad, with over half of 'medical tourists' suffering serious issues.
Overseas surgery complications cost NHS up to £20k per patient
New research reveals the staggering cost to the NHS of fixing botched surgeries from medical tourism, with complications often requiring intensive care. Experts warn of a 'false economy'.
Four NHS Trusts Declare Critical Incidents
Four NHS hospital trusts have declared critical incidents due to a surge in flu, norovirus, and complex A&E admissions. Learn about the pressures and affected areas.
Four NHS Trusts Declare Critical Incidents
Four NHS hospital trusts in Surrey and Kent have declared critical incidents due to severe pressure from flu, norovirus, and cold weather. Read the latest on the crisis.
NHS ADHD spending overshoots by £164m
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS ADHD services are overspending by £164m annually, with funds flowing to under-regulated private clinics. Experts warn of unreliable assessments.
My Month on the NHS 'Soup and Shake' Diet
A journalist's first-hand account of trying the NHS-style total meal replacement plan for weight loss. Discover the results, expert insights, and whether it's a viable option in 2026.
1 in 10 NHS Staff Face Violence, Report Shows
Shocking data reveals over 10% of NHS staff in England experienced violence in 2025. Explore the scale of the crisis and the urgent calls for better safeguards and prevention.
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.
NHS Video Appointments for Prostate & Menopause in 2026
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.
NHS App Adds Video Appointments for Key Conditions
The NHS app is being upgraded to offer fast-track video consultations for conditions like prostate cancer symptoms and endometriosis from next year, aiming to cut waiting lists.
Private MRI scans offer faster results amid NHS waits
Facing long NHS waiting lists, patients are turning to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300 with direct booking. Discover a quicker path to diagnosis.
NHS 'Priceless Resource' Despite Challenges, Report Says
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.
NHS urged to adopt 'Amin's rule' for staff dismissals
NHS whistleblower Dr Narinder Kapur calls for an independent second opinion in staff dismissals, named after nurse Amin Abdullah, to prevent unfair treatment and protect wellbeing.
Starmer accused of diverting NHS billions to appease Trump
Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism over a US-UK drug pricing deal that could cost the NHS £3bn annually. Lib Dems demand the funds be spent on social care instead. Read the full story.
Chickenpox vaccine offered on NHS for first time
The NHS begins its first-ever chickenpox vaccination programme, offering the MMRV jab to young children to prevent serious illness and reduce school absences.
NHS Launches Chickenpox Vaccine for Children
The NHS begins a historic childhood immunisation programme, offering a combined MMRV vaccine to protect against chickenpox, measles, mumps, and rubella from 12 months. Learn about the benefits and evidence behind this major public health step.
A&E overwhelmed as millions seek help for minor ailments
A doctor reveals why NHS emergency departments are inundated with patients suffering from hiccups and coughs, highlighting a system at breaking point. Read her urgent call for investment and public support.
Huge rise in A&E visits for coughs and colds
New NHS figures show a tenfold increase in A&E visits for minor ailments like coughs and blocked noses, piling pressure on emergency services. Experts call for better access to primary care. Read the full analysis.
Streeting: 'Hardest days' as NHS faces strikes and flu surge
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.
An NHS Emergency Revealed Its True Human Heart
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.
AI Tool Deployed to Reduce A&E Waiting Times in England
NHS hospitals in England are using an AI forecasting tool to predict A&E demand this winter, allowing for better staff and bed planning to reduce waiting times. Discover how technology is modernising emergency care.
AI Helps NHS Tackle Winter Flu and A&E Waits
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.
Anti-migrant rhetoric deters foreign NHS staff, warns top doctor
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.
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