Category : NHS


Kidney transplant crisis as deceased donor numbers fall

A shocking 4% drop in deceased kidney donors has caused a life-saving transplant decline, despite rising live donations. A tragic case and federal oversight have paralysed the system. Can a new national facilitator plan save thousands on the waiting list?

NYC nurses strike for 3rd day over pay and safety

15,000 New York City nurses are on strike for a third day, halting talks with major hospitals. The dispute centres on pay, staffing levels, and workplace safety. Discover the latest.

Nottingham NHS trust unsafe after killer's care, says CQC

A damning CQC report criticises Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust's mental health services, which treated killer Valdo Calocane. Families of the victims warn of 'inevitable' further disasters. Read the full story.

Former NHS Doctor Struck Off Over Hateful Posts

Dr Asif Munaf, a former Apprentice contestant, has been erased from the medical register after a tribunal found he posted antisemitic, racist and sexist content online. Read the full details of the case.

Watchdog slams trust over fatal cancer treatment delays

A hospital trust has been ordered to improve after a 67-year-old woman died waiting for ovarian cancer care. The ombudsman found critical failures in diagnosis and treatment timelines. Read the full investigation.

Broken nail dangers: Abbey Clancy's hospital dash

After Abbey Clancy's acrylic nail injury led to a hospital drip, experts warn a broken nail is a serious health risk. Learn the signs of infection and the hidden dangers of gel polish and UV lamps.

Mum's 'blocked ear' was actually a brain tumour

Amy Frankcom's persistent symptoms were dismissed as a blocked ear. She was diagnosed with a lime-sized acoustic neuroma and lost hearing. Read her story and marathon mission.

NHS: Quit Smoking, Halve Heart Attack Risk in a Year

The NHS urges Brits to quit smoking, revealing it can halve heart attack risk within a year and cut lung cancer risk in a decade. Discover the timeline of health benefits and free support available.

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