Teen's suicide after reading mental health records
A 17-year-old's tragic suicide after accessing her mental health files has ignited calls for reform in how sensitive medical information is shared with young people in the UK.
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Police fined £5,400 for blocking medical cannabis patient
In a landmark legal ruling, Queensland Police face substantial penalties after preventing a registered medical marijuana patient from using his prescribed treatment during a vehicle search, raising crucial questions about patient rights and law enforcemen
Remote Scottish Village Accessible Only By Boat
Discover Hobbister, the astonishingly remote Scottish village where residents battle tidal schedules and weather just to reach civilisation. This hidden community lives in near-total isolation with a lifestyle unchanged for generations.
NHS Online GP Access Puts Patients at Risk
Medical leaders raise alarm as new NHS digital initiative allowing patients to view full medical records online could endanger vulnerable individuals and overwhelm GP practices.
Bus access refusal protest halts Westminster traffic
Shocking footage shows London bus driver refusing to deploy access ramp for wheelchair user and mothers with prams in Westminster confrontation that halted traffic.
Secret art collective shares gallery memberships
An underground network is enabling struggling artists to access premium exhibitions through shared membership cards, challenging London's exclusive art scene in a bold act of creative solidarity.
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.
Turkish Organ Harvest Scandal: Dad 'Was Still Alive'
A British man alleges Turkish medical staff attempted to harvest his father's organs before he was clinically dead, sparking an international medical ethics scandal and Foreign Office investigation.
Rural Hospital Closure Sparks Healthcare Crisis Fears
A small American community faces healthcare devastation as its only hospital shuts down, leaving residents fearing for their lives and highlighting the growing crisis in rural medical services.
Why GP Appointments Always Run Late: The Truth
Discover the real reasons behind endless waiting room delays at your local GP surgery and what it reveals about the state of NHS primary care in Britain today.
Police Access NHS Patient Records in Privacy Breach
Exclusive investigation reveals Derbyshire Police accessing confidential NHS patient data without consent, raising serious questions about medical privacy and police powers.
GP appointment changes: End of 8am phone scramble
Major changes are coming to how patients book GP appointments as NHS England phases out the stressful 8am phone scramble in favour of digital solutions and improved access.
Sophie Turner's private Mona Lisa viewing at Louvre
Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner and Louis Vuitton's creative director enjoyed exclusive after-hours access to the Louvre's most famous masterpiece, bypassing the usual crowds in a luxury Parisian experience.
NHS GP Appointment Changes: What You Need to Know
The NHS is implementing sweeping changes to GP appointment systems across the UK. Discover how new digital tools, extended hours, and streamlined processes will transform how you access healthcare.
Takeaway customers block driveway daily in parking nightmare
Furious resident reveals how constant stream of food delivery customers blocking his driveway has turned his life into a daily parking battle in quiet neighbourhood.
NHS digital booking excludes vulnerable patients
Exclusive investigation reveals how new NHS digital appointment systems are leaving vulnerable patients behind, with doctors warning of a growing healthcare divide across Britain.
Government abandons pavement parking ban plans
The Department for Transport has quietly shelved plans for a nationwide pavement parking prohibition, leaving vulnerable pedestrians at risk across England.
First Direct Offers Record 7.1% Easy-Access Savings
First Direct launches market-leading 7.1% easy-access savings account, beating all competitors and offering savers unprecedented returns with no restrictions.
Robbie Williams tour drivers bribed with VIP treatment
Exclusive investigation reveals how Robbie Williams' touring team allegedly offered bribes to truck drivers with backstage access and luxury perks during his European stadium tour.
GP Surgery Opening Times: Your Guide to NHS Appointments
Struggling to see your GP? New NHS data reveals the exact opening times for surgeries across England, making it easier to book appointments and access care.
Six-month HIV prevention jab for 120 countries by 2027
A groundbreaking HIV prevention injection offering six months of protection with lenacapavir will be available in 120 lower-income countries by 2027 through a landmark access agreement.
UK Worst in Europe for Drug Prices, Says Eli Lilly
Eli Lilly accuses the UK of having Europe's most challenging drug pricing system, threatening patient access to new medicines like Mounjaro amid ongoing NHS negotiations.
Personal letters boost university hopes in deprived areas
A powerful campaign using handwritten letters from graduates is transforming attitudes towards higher education in disadvantaged communities across England, with remarkable results.
Glasgow patients face 100-mile trips for surgery
Scottish health board confirms controversial plan to transfer general surgery from Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital to Edinburgh, sparking patient welfare concerns.
Sarah Ferguson's Charity Role Slashed After Scandal
The Duchess of York has been formally removed as a director of her own charitable trust following revelations of financial difficulties and a controversial cash-for-access scandal.
NHS brings in 'Jess's Rule' after child's tragic death
The NHS introduces 'Jess's Rule', a major patient safety initiative ensuring direct consultant access for parents, following the preventable death of three-year-old Jessica Crich.
Countryside Code updated with new rules for visitors
The iconic Countryside Code for England and Wales has been updated for the first time in a decade, introducing new guidance on nighttime fishing, interacting with livestock, and 'leave no trace' principles for the modern visitor.
Tulsi Gabbard's White House Security Clearances Revoked
Exclusive: Former Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard has been stripped of her White House security clearances, sparking accusations of political retaliation from the Biden administration and raising serious questions about partisan influence
California GOP blocks Trump's primary strategy in 2024 blow
The California Republican Party has dealt a significant blow to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign by closing its primary to non-Republicans, a move that could severely impact his strategy in the crucial state.
Kimmel Urges FCC To Block Trump's ABC Return
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel makes a formal request to the FCC, publicly urging Disney's ABC not to rehire Donald Trump, citing the 'Access Hollywood' tape and broadcasting standards.
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