NHS Privatisation: 6.15 Million Private Procedures
Exclusive: Private sector delivered 6.15 million NHS appointments, tests and operations this year, raising fears of NHS privatisation and staff shortages. Read the full investigation.
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For-Profit Prison Healthcare: Profits Over Patients Exposed
A groundbreaking Guardian investigation reveals how corporate healthcare providers are prioritising profits over prisoner welfare, leading to devastating consequences and systemic failures.
NHS recruits thousands of Australian healthcare staff
The NHS is launching an unprecedented recruitment drive in Australia to fill critical staffing gaps, offering relocation packages worth thousands amid ongoing healthcare workforce shortages.
GP Crisis: England loses 900+ doctors since 2019
Exclusive analysis reveals England has lost nearly 1,000 full-time GPs since 2019, creating unprecedented pressure on primary care services and leaving patients struggling to secure appointments.
Australian car service delays hit six months amid mechanic crisis
Australian drivers are experiencing unprecedented waiting times for essential car servicing, with some facing six-month delays as the nation's mechanic shortage reaches crisis levels.
Afghanistan health system nears collapse: WHO warning
Exclusive: WHO warns of imminent healthcare collapse in Afghanistan as international funding vanishes and medical supplies dwindle, putting millions at risk.
Rural Britain Crisis: NHS Overwhelmed, Housing Shortages Deepen
Exclusive investigation reveals how rural communities face collapsing infrastructure with NHS at breaking point and thousands on housing lists as 900 male migrants prepare for military base accommodation.
US retailers battle worsening coin shortage crisis
American retailers including Giant Eagle and Sheetz are implementing creative solutions as a nationwide coin shortage forces changes to cash transactions.
NHS Issues Critical Four-Week Diazepam Shortage Warning
Patients face medication disruption as NHS confirms serious diazepam supply issues. Essential guidance for those affected and alternative treatment options revealed.
NHS doctor quits over 'discriminatory' pension scheme
A respected NHS consultant has dramatically resigned after two decades of service, swearing off his pension in protest against what he calls a 'discriminatory' retirement scheme that's pushing experienced medics out of the health service.
Reeves: Private healthcare vital for NHS future
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces controversial tax partnership with private healthcare sector to ease NHS burden, signalling major shift in government healthcare strategy.
Penguin Bar Shortage Hits UK Supermarkets
Britain faces a sweet crisis as Penguin bars vanish from supermarket shelves following McVitie's decision to pause production, sparking nationwide disappointment and frantic searches.
NHS nurse quits after 17 years: 'I give up'
A dedicated NHS nurse with nearly two decades of service has made the emotional decision to leave the profession, revealing the heartbreaking reality of Britain's healthcare crisis that pushed her to breaking point.
Cohealth GP Clinics Close in Victoria Healthcare Shake-up
Multiple Cohealth medical centres across Victoria are shutting their doors, leaving thousands of patients scrambling for healthcare access amid growing concerns about primary care availability.
NHS Blame Culture: The Hidden Epidemic
Exclusive investigation reveals how a toxic blame culture within the NHS is driving staff to breaking point and compromising patient care across Britain.
NY Blood Centre Declares Emergency Shortage
The New York Blood Centre has issued an emergency alert as blood supplies drop to dangerously low levels, threatening patient care across New York City and surrounding regions.
NHS App to introduce text-based diagnosis system
The NHS app is poised to introduce groundbreaking text-based diagnosis features that could dramatically reduce GP waiting times and streamline patient care across Britain.
Farage's Reform UK unveils radical NHS overhaul plan
Nigel Farage's Reform UK unveils radical NHS plan proposing tax relief for private insurance and dramatic service reforms ahead of 2024 general election.
Millions of Older Brits Sacrifice Essentials for Healthcare
Shocking Age UK research reveals nearly 4 million older people are sacrificing essentials as NHS pressures push them towards private healthcare.
North Carolina launches Medicaid expansion for 600,000
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announces historic Medicaid expansion, providing healthcare access to over 600,000 residents and injecting billions into hospital funding.
Native Americans denied diabetes drugs amid weight loss craze
Native American communities face critical shortages of diabetes medications like Ozempic as wealthy New Yorkers exploit prescriptions for weight loss, creating a healthcare crisis for vulnerable populations.
NHS Worker: 'I Wouldn't Trust My Hospital for Treatment'
An NHS healthcare assistant reveals why she'd pay privately rather than use the health service she works for, exposing critical patient safety concerns.
UnitedHealthcare executive charged with healthcare fraud
Luigi Mangione, former chief executive of UnitedHealthcare's US operations, has been charged with conspiracy and healthcare fraud in a case alleging systematic overbilling of Medicare Advantage worth hundreds of millions.
UK Government Confirms Medicine Supply Disruption Crisis
Exclusive: The Department of Health reveals ongoing medicine supply issues affecting NHS patients across Britain, with officials working urgently to resolve critical shortages.
AstraZeneca to Provide Cancer Drugs to Medicaid Patients
In a groundbreaking healthcare development, AstraZeneca announces it will provide expensive cancer medications to low-income Americans through Medicaid, challenging pharmaceutical industry norms.
US Senator's "Socialist" NHS Comments Spark Fury
Republican Senator John Kennedy faces backlash after branding the NHS 'socialist' during a congressional hearing, drawing sharp criticism from British politicians and healthcare advocates.
NHS GP: Why 'Well Enough' Puts Your Health at Risk
An NHS doctor reveals the dangerous health misconception affecting millions and shares crucial advice for proactive healthcare in today's challenging NHS landscape.
Philadelphia Children's Hospital Investigated for Transgender Care Fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals serious allegations of fraudulent billing and insurance misconduct at prominent children's hospital's gender clinic, raising concerns about patient welfare and financial integrity.
Prostate Cancer Care Postcode Lottery Exposed
Shocking new analysis reveals dramatic regional disparities in prostate cancer treatment across England, with survival rates varying significantly based on geographical location and access to advanced radiotherapy.
3 Reasons Women's Health Issues Are Overlooked
New research reveals why millions of women face delayed diagnoses and medical dismissal. Discover the systemic healthcare gaps putting women's health at risk.
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