NHS dentistry crisis: minor contract tweaks won't solve the rot
The government's new NHS dental contract fails to address the core funding and recruitment crisis, leaving millions without access to care. Read why experts say it's not enough.
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NHS dental reforms: New patient packages from April 2026
Major NHS dentistry reforms will launch in April 2026, prioritising urgent care and offering new treatment packages to save patients money. Find out what the changes mean for you.
Dentists Paid More for Urgent NHS Care in New Reforms
New government reforms will pay dentists more to treat urgent NHS patients. A think tank also proposes £150 annual dental vouchers to end the 'postcode lottery' of care.
Dentists to be paid more for NHS emergency appointments
The government announces a new payment plan for NHS dentists in England to boost urgent care access. Critics warn the plan lacks new funding and is insufficient to solve the deepening crisis.
Major NHS Dentistry Reforms to Tackle 14 Million Patient Backlog
Major NHS dentistry reforms will see dentists paid more for urgent care from April 2026, aiming to help millions unable to access treatment. The changes follow a Mirror campaign highlighting a crisis in dental care.
Kinnock Announces Landmark NHS Dentistry Reforms
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock unveils the biggest NHS dental contract modernisation in years, boosting urgent care pay by 80% and ending DIY dentistry despair. Read the full plan.
NHS Dentistry Reforms Could Save Patients £225
UK government reforms to NHS dentistry promise savings and better access. But are they enough to end the 'postcode lottery'? Read the full analysis.
Melania Trump Visits Children's Hospital for Holidays
First Lady Melania Trump visited Children's National Hospital, continuing a decades-old tradition. She read to young patients and wished them strength and toys from Santa.
ICU Nurse Answers Unconscious Patient Questions
An ICU nurse shares the realities of caring for unconscious patients, from washing hair to managing delirium. Discover the human side of intensive care. Read the full story.
Flu Hospital Cases at Record Level for Time of Year
Flu hospitalisations in England are over 50% higher than last year, with the season starting early and yet to peak. Experts warn of severe NHS strain this winter.
Cancer patients 'anxious and lost' before treatment
A new poll reveals 92% of cancer patients feel a loss of control during the average three-week wait between diagnosis and treatment. Discover how prehabilitation can help.
NHS Issues Urgent Message on Dental Appointments
The NHS is reminding the public that urgent dental care is available for severe pain, swelling, or injury. Find out if you qualify and how to get help within 24 hours.
Army Doctor Investigated for Secretly Filming Patients
A US Army gynaecologist faces criminal investigation after allegedly secretly filming patients during intimate examinations. Over 65 women have come forward with similar allegations of misconduct.
Cancer patients fight insurance delays for treatment
Exclusive: Cancer patients and doctors reveal how insurance prior authorisations delay critical treatment, with some physicians reporting the process contributed to patient deaths. Read their urgent call for reform.
Health centre closure strands elderly patients
A New England mountain town's health centre closure forces 1,400 patients to travel further for care, severing vital patient-staff relationships. Discover the human impact.
Cancer patients find joy and strength in exercise
Six incredible women battling breast cancer reveal how exercise became their medicine, helping them regain hope and health. Discover their inspiring stories of resilience.
US Catholic Bishops Ban Transgender Healthcare
US Catholic bishops have formally banned gender-affirming care for transgender patients in Catholic hospitals, a move affecting one in seven US patients. Learn the details and reactions.
Transgender patients recorded as female for male NHS issues
Exclusive NHS data reveals over 500 transgender patients were recorded as female for conditions like enlarged prostates. Experts warn this poses serious clinical risks. Read the full investigation.
NHS Cancer Care Crisis: Patients Face Dangerous Delays
Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients face devastating delays in cancer diagnosis and treatment, with some waiting months for vital care as services struggle under immense pressure.
Hospice Chaplain Reveals What Dying Patients Really Ask
An experienced hospice chaplain shares the profound wisdom from patients facing their final days, revealing the universal question that unites us all when confronting mortality.
32 with stage 4 bowel cancer: Symptoms to know
A young mother's shocking stage 4 bowel cancer diagnosis reveals the hidden symptoms that could save your life. Discover her urgent warning to others.
Maine's terminally ill receive chilling 'death letters'
Shocking healthcare policy in Maine sees terminally ill patients receiving letters preparing them for death instead of treatment, sparking national outrage and calls for reform.
Breakthrough Gel Repairs Tooth Enamel Without Fillings
Groundbreaking research from UK scientists develops a revolutionary peptide hydrogel that repairs tooth enamel damage, potentially eliminating the need for traditional fillings and drilling.
Crest Toothpaste Packaging Investigation: Fluoride Concerns
Procter & Gamble faces scrutiny over Crest toothpaste packaging as health experts question fluoride protection. Discover what this means for your dental health routine.
Constant pain after NHS dental cleaning leaves life in ruins
A British woman reveals how a routine dental cleaning left her with debilitating nerve damage and constant facial pain, exposing gaps in NHS dental care and medical negligence support.
Army dentists deployed to Turkey for troops' dental care
British Army dental specialists are conducting emergency treatments for service personnel stationed in Turkey, addressing urgent dental issues that could compromise military readiness and operational effectiveness.
Teen dies after dental surgery, safety investigation launched
Sophie Farmer, a vibrant 17-year-old from Illinois, died unexpectedly after what should have been routine dental surgery, raising serious questions about medical safety protocols and anaesthesia procedures.
Cholesterol drug may prevent chemo brain in cancer patients
Groundbreaking research reveals that a widely-used cholesterol medication may protect cancer patients from chemotherapy-induced cognitive decline, offering new hope for treatment without mental side effects.
US dental anaesthetic shortage forces treatment cancellations
American dental practices face treatment cancellations as FDA confirms ongoing shortage of local anaesthetics, with no immediate resolution in sight.
FDA warns dentists: Fluoride risks for children
American health authorities sound alarm over fluoride treatments for young children, citing potential developmental and health complications. UK dentists urged to reconsider routine procedures.
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