National Health Service (NHS)
Coverage of National Health Service (NHS) in the Nexus archive.
- Over 150 baby deaths linked to UK maternity scandal: probe
A UK hospital trust is linked to over 150 baby deaths and 6 maternal deaths due to poor maternity care, according to a report spanning 13 years. The probe revealed a 'toxic culture' and systemic failures at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust, part of a broader crisis in English maternity care.
- Exclusive: Coalition of Medical groups tells UK government not to enforce 'chilling' NHS censorship on Palestine
A coalition of UK medical groups representing over 13,000 healthcare workers has urged the government to halt NHS censorship measures targeting pro-Palestine advocacy. The groups oppose recommendations by Lord John Mann, including mandatory antisemitism training, bans on political symbols, and restrictions on protests, calling them 'chilling' and lacking community engagement. Critics argue the review prioritizes Israel's interests over addressing systemic racism and Islamophobia in the NHS.
- My life was wrecked by heartburn and I was in agony for 18 months. Doctors gave me tablets for indigestion and antibiotics when it got worse. Then, it turned out I had stomach cancer... these are the signs you can't ignore
A person suffered from heartburn and agony for 18 months before being diagnosed with stomach cancer. Doctors initially treated them with tablets for indigestion and antibiotics. The correct diagnosis was eventually made, highlighting important signs of stomach cancer that should not be ignored.
- GPs will no longer give out sick notes with workers told to do more exercise, take up gardening or see a job coach instead in trial designed to cut benefit claims and keep people in work
GPs will no longer give out sick notes in a trial designed to cut benefit claims and keep people in work, instead workers will be told to do more exercise or take up gardening, and may see a job coach. The goal is to reduce benefit claims and keep individuals employed. This approach aims to promote health and productivity.
- Benefit cheat who raked in £25,000 in handouts and claimed she was housebound while running 10k races and working out at the gym is jailed
A benefit cheat has been jailed for claiming £25,000 in handouts while falsely stating she was housebound, despite participating in 10k races and working out at the gym. The individual's fraudulent activities were uncovered, leading to her imprisonment. She had received a substantial amount of money through deceitful means.
- Footballer was a 'split second' from death after being stabbed by knifeman during train rampage
A footballer was stabbed by a knifeman during a train rampage and was close to death. The incident occurred on a train, where the attacker targeted the football player. Luckily, the victim survived the attack.
- Medic with rat virus symptoms is being treated in London hospital - with nine other Brits set to land back in the UK tonight
A medic with symptoms of a rat virus is being treated in a London hospital. Nine other British citizens are set to return to the UK tonight. The medic's condition and the source of the infection are not specified.
- Campaigners threaten legal action over UK-US deal on prices NHS pays for drugs
Campaign groups are threatening legal action against the UK government over a deal with the US on drug prices, claiming it's an unlawful power grab that could lead to higher NHS costs. The groups oppose changes to how NHS treatments are approved. The controversy surrounds the UK-US deal on drug pricing.
- Doctors say deadly rat virus could spread through Britain's sewers - as passengers of hantavirus-ravaged cruise ship start self-isolation
A deadly rat virus could spread through Britain's sewers, according to doctors. Passengers of a hantavirus-ravaged cruise ship have started self-isolation. The situation poses a significant health risk.
- Can't stop coughing? This is the 'childhood bug' that's to blame, how it's soaring in Britain... and how adults are the main victims. Our experts reveal everything you must do
A childhood bug is causing a surge in coughing cases in Britain, with adults being the main victims. Experts are weighing in on the issue and providing guidance on what to do. The bug's impact is being felt across the country.
- US tourist who fell ill in London with suspected cancer tried to use her hospital notes to get upgrade on flight home - only to be kicked off the plane because she was 'unfit to fly'
A US tourist who fell ill in London attempted to use her hospital notes to get an upgrade on her flight home, but was instead kicked off the plane due to being deemed unfit to fly. The tourist had been diagnosed with suspected cancer. She was trying to return to the US for further treatment.
- UK sends rapid response mobile lab after hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship - as 10 Britons are brought home 'as a precaution'
The UK has sent a rapid response mobile lab to a cruise ship after a hantavirus outbreak, and 10 British nationals have been brought home as a precaution. The move is aimed at preventing further spread of the virus. The incident highlights concerns over infectious diseases on cruise ships.
- Inside Britain's first clinic giving fat jabs to children as young as 12: Desperate parents, horribly bullied kids and the doctors determined to help... despite uncertainty about long-term effects
Britain's first clinic is providing fat jabs to children as young as 12, with desperate parents seeking help for their horribly bullied kids, despite uncertainty about long-term effects. The clinic aims to help children who are struggling with their weight. Doctors are determined to assist these children.
- Britain's turning the tide on obesity: Experts say rates have plateaued among children, are slowing in adults and now fat jabs could see the decades-long trend start to reverse
Britain's obesity rates have plateaued among children and are slowing in adults, according to experts. This trend could potentially reverse due to fat jab treatments. Obesity rates have been a long-standing issue in Britain.
- Ten more Brits will be flown to the UK to be monitored for hantavirus as 20 already in UK are allowed to leave hospital and return home
Ten more British citizens will be flown to the UK for hantavirus monitoring, while 20 others are allowed to leave hospital and return home. The individuals were being monitored as a precautionary measure. This development indicates a controlled situation.
- Revealed: The popular British sandwiches that contain dangerous amounts of salt - with Gail's Smoked Chicken Caesar Club at the top of the list
A list of popular British sandwiches containing high amounts of salt has been revealed, with Gail's Smoked Chicken Caesar Club at the top. The sandwiches pose a health risk due to their excessive salt content. Consumers are advised to be aware of the salt levels in their food.
- Older people risk mental decline if they do long hours of caring, UK study shows
A UK study found that caring for someone for 50 hours or more a week can lead to accelerated cognitive decline in middle-aged and older people, while lighter responsibilities have a positive effect on brain health. Caring for only five to nine hours a week can boost brain health, with benefits lasting until older age. The research highlights the importance of considering the impact of caring responsibilities on mental health.
- Valdo Calocane's triple murder 'could happen again tomorrow' as there's a 'lack of consequences' for police and mental health service failures
Valdo Calocane's triple murder case highlights a lack of consequences for police and mental health service failures, raising concerns it could happen again. The case reveals systemic issues in addressing mental health and policing. There is a need for accountability to prevent similar incidents.
- Brits evacuated from Hantavirus cruise ship cannot be forced to self-isolate when released from Covid hospital - as 'taped-up door' separates passengers from intensive care unit
Brits evacuated from a Hantavirus cruise ship will not be forced to self-isolate after release from Covid hospital. The passengers are separated from the intensive care unit by a taped-up door. This measure is in place due to concerns over the spread of Covid and Hantavirus.
- UK alcohol deaths fall for first time since Covid pandemic
UK alcohol deaths have fallen for the first time since the Covid pandemic, but experts warn against complacency and call for further efforts to reduce deaths. The reduction is described as modest. Experts urge continued action to slash deaths.
- GPs and hospitals in England to be required to share data to create single patient records
GPs and hospitals in England will be required to share patient data under new legislation to create a single patient record for each person. This is part of a £10bn digitisation of the health service. The legislation aims to save lives but has raised concerns among GPs about liability for errors introduced by other providers.
- Brits flown to UK from hantavirus cruise ship will go to hospital dubbed 'Camp Corona' when it housed people flown home from China during Covid
British citizens flown back to the UK from a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak will be taken to a hospital. The hospital was previously used to house people flown home from China during the Covid-19 pandemic and has been dubbed 'Camp Corona'. The facility is prepared to handle potential coronavirus cases.
- Cases of MS are surging in Britain and no one knows why... until now. Our experts reveal triggers behind the rise and common deficiency that makes you more likely to be struck down
Multiple sclerosis cases are increasing in Britain, and experts have identified triggers and a common deficiency contributing to the rise. The exact causes of the surge are still unclear, but research has shed light on potential factors. MS is a chronic and often disabling disease.
- Hospital staff thought woman, 24, struggling to breathe was 'overreacting' and spent hour in corridor with oxygen mask 'not connected to anything' before she died, inquest hears
A 24-year-old woman died after hospital staff thought she was overreacting and left her in a corridor with an oxygen mask not connected to anything for an hour. The incident is being investigated in an inquest. The woman struggled to breathe before her death.
- Teenager who killed herself after saying she had been raped by work colleague suffered 'huge miscarriage of justice', heartbroken family say
A teenager took her own life after reporting a rape by a work colleague, with her family stating that she suffered a huge miscarriage of justice. The incident has sparked outrage and concern over the handling of the case. The family is seeking answers and accountability.
- Damning figures that shame every GP surgery in England: Complaints reach record high, with 'poor communication' and 'staff behaviour' top reasons for patients' anger
Complaints against GP surgeries in England have reached a record high, with poor communication and staff behaviour being the top reasons for patient anger. The figures are shameful for every GP surgery in England. Patients are increasingly frustrated with their experiences.
- Widow whose husband killed himself with legally held shotgun calls for GPs to be forced to alert police when firearm owners suffer mental health crisis
A widow is calling for GPs to alert police when firearm owners suffer a mental health crisis after her husband killed himself with a legally held shotgun. The widow's husband had been suffering from mental health issues before his death. The incident has raised concerns about the need for stricter monitoring of firearm owners' mental health.
- Fury as hospital is left without running water for over a WEEK due to 'sewage contamination': Furious patients raise hygiene concerns amid claims staff are cleaning them with wet wipes
A hospital has been left without running water for over a week due to sewage contamination, prompting patients to raise hygiene concerns and staff to clean them with wet wipes. The situation is causing fury among patients and staff. Hygiene concerns are being raised amid the water shortage.
- 'Your dad's got dementia. He doesn't know where he is, so it doesn't matter if we move him to a cheaper home': A social worker's dismissive words to TV presenter Anna Richardson - an attitude that's shamefully common
A social worker made dismissive comments to TV presenter Anna Richardson about her dad's dementia care, suggesting it didn't matter if he was moved to a cheaper home. The comment reflects a shamefully common attitude towards dementia patients. Anna Richardson's experience highlights the need for better care and understanding.
- NHS to close-source hundreds of GitHub repos over AI, security concerns
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is closing hundreds of GitHub repositories due to concerns over advanced AI and security. The change must be enacted by May. This decision affects the organization's open source projects.
- NHS to close-source hundreds of GitHub repos over AI, security concerns
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is temporarily closing hundreds of GitHub repositories due to concerns over advanced AI and security risks. The decision aims to strengthen cybersecurity while assessing the impact of rapid developments in AI models. This move marks a temporary shift from NHS' longstanding policy of favoring open source.
- Dystopian Tony Blair scheme to use your private HEALTH data to determine pension payout revealed
A scheme by Tony Blair to use private health data to determine pension payouts has been revealed, sparking concerns over privacy and data protection. The plan aims to utilize individual health information to calculate pension entitlements. This initiative raises questions about the ethics of using personal health data for financial decisions.
- Woman became first time mother to TWINS at 51 after spending £22,000 on IVF: 'It's hard... all my friends are empty nesters or grandparents'
A 51-year-old woman became a first-time mother to twins after spending £22,000 on IVF, finding it challenging as her friends are empty nesters or grandparents. The woman's journey to motherhood was costly and emotionally complex. She is adjusting to her new role as a mother at an unconventional age.
- Veteran magistrate admits being addicted to heroin while sitting on criminal cases for years - but denies role in drugs gang
A veteran magistrate has admitted to being addicted to heroin while presiding over criminal cases, but denies involvement with a drugs gang. The magistrate's addiction spanned several years. The case raises concerns about the integrity of the judicial system.
- Doctors' union chief leading pay strikes costing Britain billions has a lucrative sideline selling payroll software to the NHS
The chief of a doctors' union leading pay strikes that cost Britain billions is also profiting from selling payroll software to the NHS, creating a conflict of interest.
- Woman’s fight for sterilisation raises questions over access to procedure
Leah Spasova, a psychologist denied sterilisation on the NHS, successfully challenged the decision through the health ombudsman, sparking debate over unequal access to the procedure for women compared to men. Critics argue funding refusals and strict eligibility criteria violate bodily autonomy, while others cite medical concerns for tighter controls.
- The struggle to get hold of medication in England is set to get worse
People in England with conditions such as heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are facing difficulties in accessing their required medications. This struggle is expected to worsen. The affected individuals rely on these drugs for their health.
- UK healthy life expectancy falls by two years in past decade
The UK's healthy life expectancy has fallen by two years in the past decade, with poor housing, obesity and deprivation being cited as underlying causes. This decline is a concerning trend that highlights the need for improved public health initiatives. The effects of deprivation are particularly noteworthy, suggesting a strong correlation between socioeconomic factors and overall well-being.
- Critics fret over United Kingdom health strategy making it easier for women to procure same-day abortions
The UK government is reforming the NHS payment scheme to incentivize same-day abortions, aiming to remove barriers to timely care. Critics, including Right To Life UK, argue this could pressure women into rushed decisions, while the government claims it ensures women control their care. Key abortion providers like BPAS and MSI Reproductive Choices are highlighted as beneficiaries of the new policy.
- Bill banning people born after 2008 from buying tobacco clears UK parliament
A UK bill banning individuals born on or after January 1, 2009, from purchasing tobacco has passed parliament, aiming to create a 'smoke-free generation' and reduce NHS strain. The law, set to take effect next week, targets those born after 2008 to curb smoking-related health issues.