Heart transplant pioneer Sir Terence English dies aged 93
Sir Terence English, the surgeon who led Britain's first successful heart transplant in 1979, has died peacefully at home aged 93. Discover his remarkable legacy.
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Woman wakes in coffin before cremation in Thailand
A 65-year-old Thai woman, presumed dead, was found alive in her coffin just before her cremation. Discover the incredible story of her awakening and subsequent hospital treatment.
Woman found alive in coffin before cremation
A 65-year-old Thai woman was discovered alive and knocking from inside her coffin just before her scheduled cremation. The miraculous event occurred at a temple in Nonthaburi, shocking staff and family.
Boy, 8, dies after breaking his arm at school
Matthew Breen, 8, from County Wicklow, passed away after complications arose following a broken arm. A fundraiser has been launched to support his grieving family.
Boy, 11, dies after being told he 'just had a virus'
An 11-year-old boy from Essex died just hours after a doctor diagnosed his sore throat as a virus. His family are now seeking answers. Read his tragic story.
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.
Slender Man stabber escapes custody in Madison
Morgan Geyser, convicted in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing, has escaped custody after removing her police tag. Police are urgently searching the Madison area. Call 911 with information.
Royal Darwin Hospital roof partially collapses
A section of the Royal Darwin Hospital roof collapsed during heavy rain. Officials confirm all staff and patients are safe with no injuries reported.
Hospital failures led to man's death after transplant
A coroner found Barry Loxston died after receiving a kidney transplant when he was medically unfit. Read the full investigation into hospital care failures.
US Healthcare Crisis: Trump Cuts Force Clinic Closures
Hospitals and family planning clinics across America are shutting down due to Trump's healthcare legislation, leaving millions without vital medical services. Discover the devastating impact.
UK family's fight after son's brain cancer diagnosis
A Hertfordshire family shares their story after their four-year-old son was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Months later, his mother discovered she had breast cancer. Read their emotional journey and their fight for Raffi's future treatment.
Chemical spill at Staffordshire school hospitalises five
Three teenagers and two adults hospitalised after chemical exposure at Biddulph High School. Emergency services responded to the incident on Conway Road. Read the latest updates.
Hospital cleaners secure £2,000 pay rise after strike vote
Nearly 400 hospital cleaners and porters in South London have won improved pay and conditions after threatening strike action over unequal contracts.
NHS nurse died after 'indigestion' misdiagnosis
Paediatric nurse Paula Ivers, 47, died from an aortic dissection hours after being sent home from Tameside Hospital with Gaviscon. Her family says the NHS 'let her down in the worst way possible'.
Hospital criticised after woman dies of sepsis
A coroner has criticised King's College Hospital for disjointed care leading to Joan Talbot's sepsis death. The trust must respond to prevention measures by January 2026.
NFL's Kris Boyd shot, in critical condition
New York Jets player Kris Boyd is in a critical but stable condition after being shot in Midtown. The NFL team has issued a statement. Get the latest updates.
NHS staff secure improved contracts after strike action threat
Over 330 low-paid NHS workers at St George's, Epsom and St Helier hospitals have secured full Agenda for Change contracts following strike vote. The deal addresses pay disparities and provides backdated benefits worth millions.
Hans Asperger: Nazi Ties of Neurodiversity Pioneer
New research reveals Hans Asperger's collaboration with Nazi regime while pioneering autism research. Explore the complex legacy of the neurodiversity figure.
Son's tribute walk for mum who died suddenly
Jake Keogh completed a gruelling 52-hour walk in memory of his mother, Karen Andrews, a nurse who died from a brain aneurysm. His journey raises vital funds for men's mental health.
GOSH Christmas Advert 2025: The Heartbreaking Film
Great Ormond Street Hospital's 2025 Christmas advert showcases the incredible courage of seriously ill children and their families. Discover the moving story and how you can support the GOSH Charity Christmas Appeal.
NHS doctors' strike continues in pay dispute
Junior doctors begin 13th strike in ongoing NHS pay restoration battle with Wes Streeting. Over 1.5 million appointments cancelled as dispute shows no sign of resolution.
Mum dies before holding newborn son after brain bleed
Ilona Kazik, 32, tragically died from a catastrophic brain haemorrhage days after giving birth. Her husband demands answers as inquest begins.
NHS Consultants Threaten Strike Over Pay Dispute
Hospital consultants demand 5.5% pay rise and threaten industrial action if government fails to meet December deadline. Read about the escalating NHS crisis.
London A&E Crisis: Longest and Fastest Waits Revealed
New NHS data exposes stark contrasts in London's emergency care, with Kingston Hospital having England's lowest 4-hour wait performance. Discover the full story behind the figures.
Scotland Led NHS Private Hospital Takeovers in 2002
Scotland's NHS secured a £180m hospital for just £37.5m in 2002, predating England's recent private facility acquisition. Discover this healthcare bargain and more Guardian letters.
Marianne Rigge OBE: NHS Patient Advocate Dies Aged 77
Pioneer Marianne Rigge OBE, who co-founded the College of Health, revolutionised patient information and NHS waiting list transparency. Discover her lasting legacy.
Putin's three replica offices prevent assassination plots
Vladimir Putin uses three identical presidential offices across Russia to conceal his location and thwart assassination attempts, according to new investigation. Discover the elaborate security measures.
Australia's postcode lottery for free specialist care
Exclusive investigation reveals how free healthcare access depends on location and condition. Discover your rights and options for affordable specialist treatment in Australia's strained public system.
NHS trust fined over £500k for patient safety failings
An NHS trust has been fined over £500,000 and a ward manager sentenced following the 2015 suicide of patient Alice Figueiredo. Read the full story on the family's fight for justice.
Nurse on trial over fatal hospital monitoring error
A senior nurse faces gross negligence manslaughter charges after a seven-year-old boy died when she failed to reconnect his monitors at a private London hospital. The trial continues at Southwark Crown Court.
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