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Driving test backlog hits 538,000 with 18-week waits

New data reveals the UK's driving test crisis is worsening, with average waits hitting 18 weeks and over half a million learners stuck in the queue. Discover which test centres face the worst delays.

NHS Trust League Tables Launching in 2025

The NHS is set to undergo a transparency revolution as new performance league tables will rank every trust in England from 2025, revealing critical patient safety risks and care quality variations.

Toe warning sign of high cholesterol you might miss

Medical experts reveal a surprising and often overlooked symptom of high cholesterol that can appear on your feet. Learn how to spot this subtle warning sign and when to seek medical advice.

Gut bacteria breakthrough reveals hidden cause of heart disease

Groundbreaking British research uncovers a specific gut bacterium that produces artery-clogging chemicals, directly linking our microbiome to the nation's biggest killer. The discovery opens the door for simple life-saving tests and treatments.

Labour's NHS Reforms: Visionary or Vague?

As the Labour government unveils sweeping NHS reforms, experts and insiders question the lack of a concrete delivery plan. This analysis examines the funding, staffing, and logistical challenges threatening to derail the ambitious health service overhaul.

NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts

Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.

Driving Instructor's Top Tips for Passing First Time

A seasoned UK driving instructor reveals the most common test mistakes and expert techniques to help you pass your test with confidence. Learn the secrets to parallel parking, roundabout etiquette, and conquering test anxiety.

Keto Diet Linked to Fatty Liver Disease in New Study

Groundbreaking research from the University of São Paulo uncovers a dangerous paradox: the popular keto diet, while aiding weight loss, may severely damage liver function and increase heart disease risk. Experts urge caution.

Senior Doctors Issue Dire NHS Collapse Warning

Exclusive: The Royal College of Physicians delivers a stark warning to the UK government, stating the NHS is at breaking point and requires urgent intervention to prevent systemic collapse.

NHS Hospital League Tables Will "Harm, Not Heal"

A damning new report warns that government plans to rank NHS hospitals in competitive 'league tables' will cripple collaboration, demoralise staff, and ultimately harm patient care across the UK.

School Bus Driver Fails Drug Test Before Child Pickup

A school bus driver in the UK was apprehended for speeding and subsequently failed a roadside drug test while en route to collect children. The incident has sparked major concerns over pupil safety and vetting procedures.

NHS Crisis: Record 7.6M on Waiting Lists as A&E Waits Soar

Exclusive analysis reveals the NHS is grappling with its most severe crisis as waiting lists soar to a record high and A&E performance plummets to its lowest level. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm' threatening patient care.

Sussex NHS Trust Placed Under 'Enhanced Support' Amid Crisis

The NHS Sussex integrated care board has been escalated to 'tier 2' oversight following a review that uncovered significant failings in its leadership and culture, raising serious concerns for health services across Brighton and East Sussex.

Heart Attack Risk Could Be 'Contagious', Study Finds

A revolutionary German study suggests the inflammation behind heart attacks and strokes may spread through the body like a UTI, challenging decades of medical dogma on cholesterol and transforming how we view cardiovascular disease.

Watercress: UK Superfood for Heart Health & Weight Loss

New UK research reveals how a daily portion of British-grown watercress can significantly improve cardiovascular health, reduce cholesterol, and support weight management. Discover the science behind this local superfood.

NHS is 'broken' says Labour's Wes Streeting

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers a blistering assessment of the NHS, branding it 'broken' and vowing a fundamental transformation to prioritise patient care and efficiency if Labour wins the next election.

NHS Strike Escalation Threat Over Outsourcing Plans

Exclusive: The UK government faces imminent NHS strike escalation as unions vow to combat plans replacing striking staff with outsourced workers, potentially prolonging the largest walkout in health service history.

4p Daily Pill Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 20%

A groundbreaking new study reveals a cheap, 'polypill' combining four common medications could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes in the UK, offering a simple, life-saving solution for over-50s.

New cholesterol jab cuts heart attack risk by 27%

A groundbreaking 'game-changer' drug, Inclisiran, has proven highly effective in reducing heart attacks and strokes in a major NHS study, offering new hope for millions with high cholesterol.

Heart Attack Myth Exposed: The Real Cause Revealed

Groundbreaking research challenges the long-held belief that cholesterol is the primary driver of heart disease. Discover the new scientific consensus on what truly causes heart attacks and how this changes everything we know about prevention.

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