Hospitals in England are reportedly managing well during the 15th walkout by resident doctors, who are striking as part of a long-running dispute over pay, according to an NHS boss.
An NHS employee has been awarded a harassment payout of £1,425 after a colleague repeatedly referred to her as ‘auntie’. The case highlights issues of workplace conduct and harassment within the National Health Service.
Millions of people in the UK living with incontinence are experiencing shortages of sanitary products due to rationing by over half of NHS trusts, forcing patients to purchase their own supplies.
The PASOK party has issued a statement criticizing the suspension of on-call duties and admissions at the two Pathology Clinics of Kalamata Hospital, asserting that Greece's National Health System (ESY) is on the verge of collapse. They also noted the Health Minister's silence on the issue.
An investigation reveals a significant bottleneck preventing junior doctor trainees from securing permanent positions within the UK's National Health Service (NHS).
BBC Verify is examining key metrics to assess the progress of the NHS in Scotland and compare its performance with healthcare systems in other parts of the United Kingdom.
A UK-registered dietician was removed from the professional register after being caught using AI, specifically ChatGPT, during a job interview for an NHS role in the UK.
The NHS has announced the rollout of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) screening for newborns, a move celebrated by singer Jesy Nelson who campaigned for the initiative after her twins were diagnosed with the rare degenerative condition.
NHS England plans to provide weight-loss drugs to 1.2 million overweight individuals, with Britain's drug price regulator NICE recommending Wegovy, significantly expanding its access on the NHS and further extending its reach in the UK.
Palantir's UK head, Louis Mosley, has urged the government not to yield to “ideologically motivated campaigners” as ministers consider triggering a break clause in the company's £330m NHS contract.
The UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has given doctors 48 hours to call off their planned six-day strike, warning that the NHS could lose 1,000 extra training places if the industrial action proceeds.
Patient experiences, gathered through Rights Offices in public hospitals, reveal both dysfunctions and positive aspects within the NHS, according to data referenced as '2025 data'.
A family recounts the tragic story of their mentally unwell son killing his father and criticizes the subsequent failure of the NHS to provide adequate support.
Dr. Rahmeh Aladwan, a British Palestinian NHS doctor, has been remanded in custody ahead of a court appearance after being charged with inciting support for Hamas. She was previously arrested at her South Gloucestershire home.
An NHS healthcare assistant was awarded £1,425 in compensation after an employment tribunal ruled she was subjected to harassment by a colleague who repeatedly called her 'auntie'.
A British NHS doctor, Chris van Tulleken, claimed in a popular podcast that certain everyday foods should be immediately removed from one's diet, sparking discussion on nutrition.
A report criticizes the East Kent hospitals NHS trust for taking two days to alert health authorities about a meningitis outbreak in Kent, missing an earlier opportunity to act. Two people have died, and over 10,000 have been vaccinated since the outbreak.
Public satisfaction with the UK's National Health Service has increased for the first time since 2019, despite ongoing frustrations, though a recent survey indicates satisfaction is notably lower among younger age groups, with only one in four people satisfied overall.
Experts have criticized the NHS for waiting two days before raising the alarm about a recent meningitis outbreak, a delay they deem indefensible and potentially hindering early identification, following an earlier discussion with experts addressing crucial questions about the public health concern.
The Liberal Democrat leader, Ed Davey, launched the party's election campaign, emphasizing policies on the NHS and energy bills ahead of upcoming council polls in England.
Educational materials from the UK's National Health Service (NHS) have sparked controversy by defending consanguineous marriages, claiming their risks are exaggerated.
Key findings from a new Covid report criticize the 'stay at home' advice and deem the rules implemented during the pandemic as too tough, highlighting failures in patient care and risks to NHS staff.
Nikos Androulakis bid farewell to Panagiotis Arabatzis, who passed away, highlighting his significant contribution to the National Health System (NHS) and Didymoteicho Hospital. Arabatzis and his wife had donated their life's savings.
Veoza, also known as fezolinetant, will be offered to women for whom HRT is unsuitable
More than 500,000 women in England are to be offered a drug on the NHS that prevents hot flushes.
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Exclusive: Watchdog finds sharp rise in number of poorer households forced to pay for fillings and extractions
Almost a third of people in England now use private dentistry, with a sharp rise in the…
Exclusive: System brought in after death of 13-year-old is helping ‘transform culture’ of NHS, says patient safety director
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CMA says it wants to ensure market ‘working well for consumers’ as figures show one in five seeking private care
The UK’s competition watchdog has launched a review into the £8bn private dentistry market after the price of a consultation increased by nearly 25% over a two-year period.
One in five people in Great Britain sought private dental care in 2024 in part because they could not access NHS treatment. Announcing its investigation, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it wante...
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Greek National Health System (NHS) are launching the 'Quality-for-All' platform in Athens, with WHO Europe Director Hans Kluge and Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis presenting its goals and actions.
The leader of Plaid Cymru stated that the public does not expect a significant difference to NHS waiting lists within the first 100 days if her party wins May's Senedd election, as Plaid launches its plan for its initial 100 days in power.
A national investigation into England's maternity and neonatal services has published a damning interim report, exposing widespread issues including an overstretched workforce, racism, staff shortages, and the cover-up of harmful errors. The report highlights problems at every stage of the maternity journey.
Ministers in England are planning to set targets for the NHS to help people return to work, alongside linking patient data to benefit claims and employment statistics.
The Senedd in Wales has passed legislation that could allow terminally ill individuals to end their lives, bringing assisted dying a step closer to being available on the Welsh NHS.
The British expert who led a review into children’s gender healthcare says young people have been “weaponised” and misled about the realities of transitioning by social media.
Hilary Cass, a doctor, whose review of National Health Service (NHS) gender care for under-18s led to sweeping changes including a ban on puberty blockers, welcomed the draft published by Britain’s Department for Education earlier this week but accepted it is impossible for it to be “completely foolproof”.
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An exclusive report reveals that one in four people with rare genetic conditions wait at least three years for a diagnosis and face an 'access lottery' for treatment within the NHS.
A report highlights that the UK's NHS is inadequately prepared to meet the palliative care needs of its growing and aging population, necessitating a change in approach.
Despite perceived inertia from political leaders, public sentiment indicates a strong desire among voters for reform within the National Health Service (NHS).
A court ruling mandates the NHS to provide increased compensation to children who suffer brain injuries at birth, a decision expected to have significant financial implications.
Royal Mail staff and customers report that the prioritization of parcels is leading to letters being undelivered for weeks, potentially causing missed NHS appointments and late payment fines.
Nottingham hospitals and two other trusts have declared critical incidents due to high numbers of elderly patients, respiratory cases in A&E, and overall strain, urging people to only use A&E for emergencies.
The NHS waiting list in England has fallen below 7.3 million for the first time since 2023, reaching its lowest level in three years, though concerns remain over long A&E waits.
Episodes of the "Inside Health" podcast delve into critical health topics including the state of NHS dentistry, the link between EBV and autoimmune disease, discussions on NHS plans, and an experiment on air pollution's impact.
The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) announced a new record for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, successfully launching its heaviest girder in just 3.5 hours.
Resident doctors across England are on a six-day strike over an ongoing pay dispute, with hospitals advising patients to avoid Accident & Emergency departments during the industrial action.
Wes Streeting, the Health Secretary, has accused resident doctors in England of 'torpedoing' their own pay rises and training jobs by continuing their strike action, which also threatens to derail NHS progress on waiting times and has led to the withdrawal of additional speciality training roles.
Seven of England's 24 stroke centers are reportedly still not providing mechanical thrombectomy, a life-changing stroke treatment, around the clock despite ministerial pledges. This exclusive report highlights a significant gap in NHS service provision.
Maternity deaths in the UK's National Health Service (NHS) have reached a 20-year high, with reports indicating that warnings about patient safety have been ignored.
The chair of Thailand's Senate health committee plans to examine the finances of the National Health Security Office (NHSO) concerning hospital debt during an upcoming parliamentary debate on the government's policy statement.
Peter Phillips, the eldest grandson of Queen Elizabeth and son of Princess Anne, is reportedly preparing to marry Harriet Sperling, a nurse in the British NHS, marking a happy event for the royal family.
Health leaders warn that a shortage of rehabilitation care staff in the NHS is failing stroke patients and limiting their chances of recovery, with data showing limited access to rehab both in and out of hospital.
A Nigerian individual has been struck off by UK authorities after being caught using ChatGPT during a remote interview for an NHS job, following a hearing at the Heath and Care Professions Tribunal Service.
The NHS is set to offer weight loss injections to individuals at high risk of heart attacks and strokes, as part of a new initiative to improve public health outcomes.
More than a million people in England will soon be offered anti-obesity injections through the NHS, aiming to improve heart health and reduce the risk of strokes.
The ongoing Middle East conflict is causing significant disruptions to global medical supply chains, delaying the delivery of medical and humanitarian goods, with the head of NHS England expressing serious concerns about potential medicine shortages in weeks.
The British Medical Association (BMA) has dismissed Keir Starmer's 48-hour warning regarding resident doctors' strike plans, with the Prime Minister threatening to withdraw NHS training posts if the strike proceeds.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has given resident doctors 48 hours to cancel their planned six-day strike, warning that the NHS could lose 1,000 extra training places if the industrial action proceeds.
Ministers in the UK are reportedly seeking advice regarding the potential termination of the National Health Service (NHS) data contract with Palantir.
US pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly is reportedly pushing for higher drug prices from the NHS, linking the increases to its investment plans within the United Kingdom and expressing optimism about ongoing talks with ministers.
The NHS in England is projected to miss crucial targets for reducing waiting times in A&E, cancer care, and planned hospital treatments, with critics attributing the failures to the recent NHS England restructure.
A family has shared their tragic story, alleging that the NHS failed them after their mentally unwell son killed his father, highlighting issues within mental health care.
The UK government is under pressure to remove controversial American company Palantir from NHS England data systems and is exploring options to trigger a break clause in its contract.
NHS leaders have criticized resident doctors for planning a six-day strike next month over pay and jobs, accusing them of seeking to cause 'maximum harm' to patients. This follows the BMA's withdrawal from talks with the government and NHS chiefs.
A tribunal found that Dr. Baraa Almasri had shown interest in assisting Marius Gustavson, known as the 'eunuch maker', with his website and surgical procedures involving the dismemberment of body parts in their basement.
InterSystems has announced the appointment of Dr. Tim Ferris, formerly a leader at NHS and Mass General, as its new Vice President of Healthcare Practice.
As patients struggle to find NHS dentists, the Labour party has proposed a plan to address the crisis in NHS dentistry, though not everyone is convinced it will be effective.
The British National Health Service (NHS) reportedly came close to collapse during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, with heroic efforts from healthcare staff preventing a worse outcome.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey has launched the party's election campaign for upcoming council polls in England, emphasizing policies on the NHS and energy bills.
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A political clash over NHS appointments erupted between Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis and SYRIZA MP Rena Dourou
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The Chief Minister of Telangana has instructed officials to prepare plans for ring roads around district headquarters and study their connection to National Highways. Additionally, the CM announced that land would be allotted for a bus terminal near the proposed high-speed rail corridor and mandated the use of only EV vehicles for official purposes.
Mumsnet survey shows half of female patients feel they have been ignored or dismissed by medics
‘Medical misogyny’ is letting women down, the health secretary, Wes Streeting, has admitted, as a survey showed half of female patients felt they had been dismissed or ignored because of their sex.
A report from Mumsnet, which examined data taken from the site over the past decade, warned of “structural and deeply embedded” sexism in healthcare. And a survey of women using the site found that more ...
The Stelios Hatzioannou Foundation donation event in support of Greece's public healthcare
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Dentists in the UK have returned £900 million in government funding, representing one in seven pounds received from the NHS, as many opt to prioritize private work over seeing enough NHS patients.
A new report emphasizes the imperative for the National Health Service (NHS) to embrace a digital revolution to significantly improve its services and efficiency.
A new law in the UK will enable a study to track the long-term outcomes of thousands of children who received care for gender-related distress through the NHS.
The Senedd in Wales has voted in favor of legislation that could allow terminally ill people to end their lives, moving assisted dying a step closer in the Welsh NHS.
King's College Hospital NHS trust reportedly tells staff to use "Xey/Xem" pronouns and apologize for mistakes, according to training documents revealed.
Exclusive: One in four wait at least three years for diagnosis and many face treatment ‘access lottery’, according to report
Millions of people living with rare genetic conditions across the UK are being “systematically ignored” by the NHS and facing inadequate care, according to a report.
Rare genetic conditions, such as Williams syndrome and Duchenne muscular dystrophy, affect more than 3.5m people across the UK. One in 17 people are affected by a rare condition at some point during their l...
Exclusive: Five hospitals failed to spot Amisha Adhia had placenta accreta before one obstetrician intervened
After five hospitals failed to spot that she had a rare but potentially fatal complication of childbirth, Amisha Adhia is to launch a campaign urging the NHS to do more to diagnose the condition and save lives.
Pregnant women are at much greater risk of developing placenta accreta spectrum if they have already given birth by caesarean section or had IVF treatment.
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Calls grow for reform of England’s vaccination system including delivery of jabs in pharmacies as take-up falls
Children are at risk of measles because the NHS is “clearly failing” to ensure they get the MMR vaccine and its system needs an urgent overhaul, MPs and health experts have warned.
Calls for major reform of how MMR jabs are delivered are growing as it emerged that vaccination rates in some parts of England are now on a par with those in Afghanistan and Malawi.
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The hit podcaster, author and former GP says a failure to regulate big tech is ‘failing a generation of children’. He explains why he quit the NHS and why he wants a ban on screen-based homework
An exclusive report reveals officials' concerns about the NHS's deal with AI firm Palantir, warning that the company's controversial reputation could hinder the rollout of a new data system. The briefing to Wes Streeting highlighted potential reputational risks.
An interactive tool allows the public to monitor whether hospital waiting times for treatment are improving or worsening at their local NHS facilities.
The chief of NHS England stated that the latest six-day strike by resident doctors in England was deliberately timed to cause maximum disruption over the Easter holiday, making it difficult for hospitals to fill rotas.
Resident doctors in England continue their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute, prompting warnings from the UK Health Secretary about potential £30 billion costs and sparking sharp divisions among readers over pay, patient impact, and the future of the NHS.
A six-day strike by doctors has commenced in England, prompting the NHS to advise patients to use emergency services only when necessary, though confirmed appointments should still be attended.
The NHS is urging patients not to put off seeking necessary care as resident doctors in England prepare to begin industrial action over pay from Tuesday.
The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) is planning to establish a rolling stock depot in Surat to facilitate the commissioning of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project.
Austria has reiterated its policy of neutrality by declining multiple US requests to use its airspace for military flights related to Middle East operations, citing its obligation to reject overflights by parties in a conflict, with the latest rejection concerning operations against Iran.
The NHS is preparing for its longest resident doctors' strike after last-ditch talks failed, prompting Wes Streeting to accuse the British Medical Association (BMA) of 'delusion' and confirming the withdrawal of an offer for extra training places.
NHS staff are boycotting Palantir's data platform due to ethical concerns, following a £330 million contract awarded to the controversial US tech group. This comes as an MP previously rejected Palantir's claim that criticism of the NHS England data deal was 'ideologically motivated'.
BlackRock is partnering with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund in a £1 billion joint venture to increase investment in NHS property, aligning with the government's push for more private finance.
A brain surgeon is suing an NHS trust for over £200,000 after sustaining injuries in a hospital lift fall, with the trust admitting breach of duty but disputing other aspects of the claim.
Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan launched her party's Senedd election manifesto in Swansea, promising that the NHS in Wales would see patients within 48 hours.
A UK family recounts the tragic story of their mentally unwell son killing his father, alleging that the National Health Service (NHS) failed them in providing adequate care.
Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis showcased ongoing projects at Nikaia Hospital, asserting that these developments counter the narrative of a failing National Health System.
A recent survey indicates that public satisfaction with the UK's National Health Service has increased, marking the first rise since 2019, despite ongoing challenges and criticisms of the health system.
The UK Home Office has lifted a ban that prevented asylum-seeking doctors from working in the NHS, a rule change that follows a high court challenge brought by two affected doctors.
Six weeks before the Holyrood election, key issues such as the National Health Service, household bills, and immigration are emerging as the primary talking points for voters in a central Scotland constituency, with a new report detailing the local sentiment.
Labour's Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting has cautioned that Nigel Farage's Reform UK party threatens to dismantle the National Health Service, calling it an 'existential threat'.
As patients in the UK face difficulties finding NHS dentists, the Labour party has put forward a plan to tackle the issue, raising questions about its potential effectiveness.
Ireland's Health Service Executive (HSE) faces the challenge of finding alternative placements for vulnerable patients after the NHS ordered their removal from St Andrew’s Healthcare in Northampton, UK.
Tech giant Palantir has been recruited by key public sector organizations in the UK, including the police, National Health Service (NHS), and the military.
Chair Heather Hallett says pandemic had devastating impact due to NHS being in ‘parlous state’ at time
The NHS “teetered on the brink of collapse” during the Covid pandemic, and only just coped…
Applications for ASEP's 2K/2026 announcement, which concerns 1,696 permanent job positions in hospitals and NHS bodies, are in the final stretch. Interested parties have until...
Health service’s 2025 staff survey found that one in seven had experienced violence from patients or the public
Hundreds of thousands of NHS staff have been attacked, harassed, bullied, or subject to…
Health justice charity Medact says data-sharing potential could be used for UK version of US immigration raids
Palantir’s NHS contract opens the door to the Big Brother-style data-sharing that Reform UK would use for a version of US immigration raids, health bosses have been told.
Palantir Technologies – the data analytics company founded by Peter Thiel and Alex Karp – won a £330m NHS England contract to deliver the Federated Data Platform in 2023.
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Review finds evidence does not back use of treatment for 16 and 17-year-olds with gender incongruence or dysphoria
The NHS is pausing new referrals for masculinising or feminising hormone treatment for 16 and 17-year-olds after an in-depth review found there was insufficient evidence to support its continued use.
Prescriptions for hormones had been available in England for under-18s with a diagnosis of gender incongruence or dysphoria who met certain criteria.
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LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — The government-run Quezon National High School (QNHS) in Lucena City received a bomb threat on Thursday morning, prompting authorities to inspect the campus and temporarily evacuate those inside, police said. In a spot report, the Philippine National Police in Quezon province said the alleged threat was sent through a chat
An event was held today for the donation from the Stelios Hadjioannou Philanthropic Foundation to the National Health System (NHS), aimed at financially supporting doctors serving on small Greek islands with populations under 4,000 during winter.
Maternity services at a Nottingham trust, currently under the largest inquiry of its kind in NHS history, continue to be deemed in need of improvement.
More doctors and patients in the UK are turning to the private sector as increasing demand puts immense pressure on the National Health Service (NHS), leading many GPs to work outside the public system.
Articles compare student debt levels between American and British graduates, highlighting that American graduates generally have less debt, while NHS doctors in the UK face substantial student loan burdens.
Legislation to allow assisted dying on the Welsh NHS has moved a step closer after the Senedd voted in favor, potentially enabling terminally ill individuals to end their lives.
This article explains the mechanisms of action for popular weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy, detailing how they work and their current availability to patients through the NHS and private markets.
A public inquiry has begun into the failures by NHS and police forces that preceded Valdo Calocane's triple killings, with his mother testifying she sought hospital admission for him after an outburst.
Two individuals from southwestern England, despite sharing a love for boats, engaged in a discussion about differing views on university tuition fees and NHS funding.
Leanne Underhill, an NHS executive, faked her mother's death to claim paid leave while simultaneously working a second job 170 miles away, earning £550 a day.
Participants in the NHS 'Triceps' trial are testing a new at-home device that emits electrical pulses in the ear during rehab, with one survivor reporting it 'given me my freedom back'.
Nurses and other staff within the National Health Service are set to receive a 3.3% pay increase, a move the government says demonstrates its commitment to the workforce, despite criticism from unions.
An ombudsman found that NHS staff in Birmingham inappropriately used a teen to relay critical information to her deaf mother about her father's serious condition.