Flu Cases Up 56% in England, NHS Winter Report Reveals
NHS data shows a sharp 56% rise in flu patients compared to 2024, with 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Norovirus cases are lower. Read the full winter health update.
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NHS: Over 200k Unnecessary A&E Trips Last Winter
NHS England reveals over 200,000 people visited A&E for minor issues like sore throats last winter, urging the public to use alternative services. Health Secretary warns of a 'busiest ever' winter amid flu and strikes.
NHS: A&E 'under siege' from minor ailments like hiccups
NHS England warns A&E is overwhelmed as over 200,000 patients sought emergency care for minor issues. Health Secretary urges public to use services appropriately. #NHS #AandE
Man not told he was terminally ill, investigation finds
A father of seven died without knowing his true prognosis after hospital failings. The health ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.
Brother's fundraiser for filmmaker's funeral after cancer battle
John Izekor, 22, is fundraising for his brother David's funeral and a screening of his documentary 'One In Two', made while battling aggressive glioblastoma. Donate to honour his story.
Nurses warn NHS patients 'set up to suffer' this winter
Nursing leaders warn of a devastating winter for NHS patients, with 12-hour A&E waits and corridor care set to worsen. A looming junior doctors' strike adds to the crisis. Read the full report.
A&E Exodus Triples as 320,000 Leave Untreated
Shocking NHS data reveals a threefold surge in patients leaving emergency departments without treatment. Explore the causes and urgent calls for investment in our full report.
What patients truly want from their surgeons
A new study reveals patients seek empathy and shared decisions from surgeons, not just technical skill. Discover why holistic care is crucial for patient outcomes in the UK.
Immersive Christmas Cinema Experience Opens in London Bridge
Backyard Cinema transforms a London Bridge warehouse into an enchanted forest for a festive film and live performance extravaganza, running until 31 December 2025.
Two-Year NHS Wheelchair Service Delay Leaves User Stranded
A London man's 24-month battle with the NHS wheelchair service reveals a system in crisis, leaving him isolated and struggling for basic independence. Read his story and the official response.
Kew Gardens plans major overhaul of its 'tired' entrances
Kew Gardens has submitted plans to overhaul its outdated Brentford Gate entrance, the first step in a project to improve visitor experience at three of its four gates. Read about the proposed changes.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
London's Magical Christmas Cinema with Real Snow
Discover Backyard Cinema's festive wonderland in London Bridge. Experience an enchanted forest, live performances, and real snow before classic Christmas films. Book your magical cinema trip now!
Warwick Castle Santa Sleepover 2025 from £67pp
Warwick Castle's magical Santa Sleepover returns for 2025 with overnight stays, private Santa meetings and elf visits from £67 per person. Book now for unforgettable Christmas memories.
The Traitors Live Experience Opens in London
The hit BBC show comes to life in Covent Garden with immersive missions, mystery and deceit. Book tickets from £29.50 for this unique London night out.
Surgeon Sam Eljamel Evades Justice Over Botched NHS Ops
Former NHS Tayside neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel, accused of life-changing botched operations on 200 patients, remains in Libya unlikely to face extradition. Victims demand accountability.
Restaurant Secrets for Home Dining Transformation
Discover how top UK restaurants create magical dining experiences and learn practical tips to elevate your home meals with expert insights on tableware, lighting, and ambiance.
Free Harry Potter Immersive Experience Hits London
Audible UK brings magical Harry Potter immersive experience to Outernet London from December 1-3 2025. Free entry with cutting-edge visuals and audio.
NHS blood cancer care move saves £700k, angers patients
King's College Hospital NHS plans to relocate haematology care from Orpington to Camberwell, saving £700k annually while patients fear longer journeys and isolation from families.
Best Gift Ideas for Women 2025: Ultimate Guide
Discover over 50 thoughtful gift ideas for women in 2025. From personalised jewellery to experience days, find the perfect present for any occasion and budget.
NHS negligence costs hit £3.1bn, Reeves criticised
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.
NHS PFI Protest: Didcot Health Centre Funding Crisis
Campaigners protest NHS private finance schemes as Didcot's Great Western Park health centre faces 10-year delay over developer return demands. Read the latest developments.
Public Outcry Over New BoM Website Design
The Bureau of Meteorology's new website launch sparks user fury over functionality. Discover why the public is demanding websites that simply work.
Terminal cancer patient evicted, sleeps on buses
Shaner Osman, 60, with terminal cancer slept rough for weeks after Islington Council eviction. His medication went missing during the controversial procedure.
NHS Pay Debate: Doctor's £100k Salary Sparks Outcry
A heated debate on NHS salaries erupts as a consultant calls her £100,000 wage 'pathetic', while a retired teacher defends his £50,000 pay. Read the full story and share your views.
Stranger Things 'Upside Down' Christmas Tree in London
An 'Upside Down' Stranger Things Christmas tree has been unveiled at London's Waterloo Station. Discover the festive Hawkins-themed installations and a new '80s radio station.
Tech Critic Explains Internet 'Enshittification'
Discover why the internet feels worse, from Amazon to Instagram. Tech critic Corey Doctorow explains his three-step 'enshittification' theory and what can be done to stop it. Listen now!
Thinktank: Shrink Hospitals to Solve NHS Permacrisis
Major report urges fundamental hospital reinvention with care shifting to homes. Thousands of beds could disappear as NHS embraces community-based treatment models.
Understanding Homesickness as a Form of Loss
Explore how homesickness functions as profound loss that may never grant closure, yet hearts divided between places can still discover unexpected joy and meaning.
NHS pathologist crisis leaves bereaved parents waiting
Bereaved parents face 'harrowing' year-long waits for child postmortem results due to critical NHS pathologist shortages. 37% of consultant posts lie vacant nationwide.
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