Junior Doctors Strike Over Pay: What They Really Earn
As junior doctors announce a five-day pre-Christmas strike, we examine their salaries, the inflation gap, and how UK pay compares globally. Discover the facts behind the dispute.
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New NHS Adviser to Tackle Violence Against Women and Girls
Labour MP Jess Asato appointed as Violence Against Women and Girls adviser to the Department of Health. She will lead an NHS overhaul to improve victim support and early identification.
Half a Million Brits Go Abroad for Cosmetic Surgery
A 50% surge in Brits travelling for cut-price medical treatment, from Turkey teeth to tummy tucks, raises serious safety concerns. Experts warn of complications and poor aftercare.
BMA Chair Denies Political Motives for Christmas Strike
BMA chair Dr Tom Dolphin rejects claims he is using junior doctors' strikes to further his political career, as a five-day walkout is set for December. Read the full story.
Teen's lungs blackened after three years of vaping
Shocking images reveal a 17-year-old's blackened, damaged lungs after a vaping habit led to multiple collapses. He warns others of the severe health risks.
New NHS Adviser on Violence Against Women Appointed
Labour MP Jess Asato drafted to overhaul NHS response to violence against women and girls, as concerns mount over government's ability to halve VAWG. Read the full story.
Obesity Speeds Up Alzheimer's Development, Study Reveals
New research shows obesity can accelerate Alzheimer's biomarkers by up to 95%. Learn how blood tests are transforming dementia risk detection and what this means for future treatments in the UK.
Crohn's sufferer vomited faeces after misdiagnosis
Lucy Dare, 21, shares her harrowing journey with Crohn's disease, from being misdiagnosed with an eating disorder to a life-threatening bowel perforation. She urges others to seek help for symptoms.
14-year fight for Chiari malformation diagnosis
A teacher endured 14 years of dismissed symptoms before learning a Chiari malformation was causing her brain to herniate. Read her story of resilience and advocacy.
8 Groups Who Should Avoid Ibuprofen - NHS List
The NHS advises eight specific groups of people to consult a doctor before taking the common painkiller ibuprofen. Learn who is at risk and what the official guidance says.
Mum catches medieval disease from fox on sofa
A London woman contracted a rare form of scabies from a fox that entered her home. Discover the symptoms, diagnosis, and why cases are rising in the UK.
Fox epidemic hits London, causing damage and disease
A surge in urban foxes across central London is causing property damage, spreading disease like fox scabies, and prompting extreme solutions like electric fences. Discover the hidden dangers.
Parents begged doctors to stop as 15-year-old died in hospital
The parents of Antonio Galisi-Swallow, 15, say they begged doctors to stop resuscitation as he died at Leeds Children's Hospital after heart surgery. An inquest hears details.
UK man's body returned from Cyprus without heart
A British widow is demanding answers after her husband died on a Cyprus holiday and his body was repatriated to the UK without his heart, preventing a UK coroner from determining the cause of death.
Record 452,000 patients face 12-hour A&E trolley waits
A damning investigation reveals record-breaking 12-hour A&E trolley waits have soared, with over 452,000 patients affected this year. Experts warn of a systemic failure putting lives at risk this winter.
Nurse sues NHS Fife boss over 'smear' statement
A&E nurse Sandie Peggie launches new legal action against NHS Fife's outgoing CEO Carol Potter over a controversial media statement. Discover the latest escalation in the tribunal battle.
Men's Health Strategy Launched as NHS Faces Overstretch
The UK government's new Men's Health Strategy aims to tackle lower life expectancy and high suicide rates. But with a £300m fund and huge NHS waiting lists, can it make a real difference? Read our analysis.
Mum loses 7st after Ozempic and lifestyle overhaul
Aisling McCarthy, 43, transformed her life after a Christmas photo spurred her to lose 7 stone with weight loss jab Ozempic, therapy, and diet changes. Read her inspiring journey.
Cannabis 'Scromiting' Syndrome Hospitalisations Soar
Doctors issue urgent warning as hospitalisations for severe cannabis hyperemesis syndrome surge fourfold. Learn the symptoms and risks of long-term use.
Teenager dies from rare contraceptive pill complication
Aine Rose Hurst, 19, died from a blood clot days after a night out. An inquest heard the combined pill was a contributing factor. Read the full story.
Five-day NHS resident doctors' strike before Christmas
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day walkout from 17-22 December in an ongoing dispute over pay and job security. The BMA warns the government must act to prevent further industrial action.
Baby died after feed gap in understaffed neonatal unit
A newborn baby died after being left unfed for four hours on cold, damp sheets in an understaffed Welsh hospital NICU. The coroner cited 'persistent and gross' staffing failures.
NHS doctors to strike for five days before Christmas
Resident doctors in England will walk out from 17-22 December after accusing the government of failing to make progress on pay and jobs. The strike threatens major NHS disruption.
Junior doctors to strike for five days before Christmas
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day walkout from December 17-22 in an ongoing pay dispute, the BMA has announced. Follow for the latest on NHS strikes.
19-Year-Old Dies from Contraceptive Pill Blood Clot
Áine Rose Hurst, 19, died from a rare blood clot caused by her contraceptive pill. An inquest heard her GP restarted the medication despite a recent high blood pressure reading. Read the full investigation.
Wayne Lineker's life-threatening illness after leaving Ibiza
Wayne Lineker reveals his year from rehab to a life-threatening pneumonia infection that left him unable to walk. The former 'King of Ibiza' opens up about his sober journey and long recovery.
UK women's hair loss hits self-esteem, costing hundreds
New UK research reveals hair loss is devastating women's lives, with 70% suffering low self-esteem and many spending over £300 annually on treatments. Discover the emotional and financial impact.
Rabies scare after man tries to rescue raccoon in car
A man's attempt to save an injured raccoon by driving it to a nature centre backfired when the animal bit him, leading to a positive rabies test. Learn the vital safety lessons.
Thrush harder to treat as antifungal resistance rises
Common thrush infections are becoming more difficult to treat due to growing antifungal resistance, driven by drug overuse and environmental factors. Learn how to protect your health.
NHS drug costs to rise 25% in US trade deal
The NHS will pay 25% more for new medicines under a UK-US trade agreement, costing taxpayers £3bn. The deal secures zero tariffs for UK pharmaceutical exports to America. Discover the full impact.
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