Queensland bans puberty blockers for gender dysphoria
Queensland passes law banning puberty blockers for gender dysphoria in under-18s from 2031. Read the full details on the controversial new legislation and its implications.
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Levy Review Calls for Overhaul of NHS Youth Gender Services
A major independent review calls for urgent reform of NHS gender identity services for children and young people in England, prioritising holistic care and evidence-based treatment. Read the full findings.
Trump Admin Bans Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
The Trump administration unveils sweeping actions to eliminate transition-related medical care for minors, targeting Medicaid funding and FDA regulations. Read the latest.
French 'Doctor Death' jailed for life for killing 12 patients
Former anaesthetist Frederic Pechier, dubbed 'Doctor Death', is sentenced to at least 22 years for poisoning 12 patients in France. Read the shocking details of the case.
Flu hospital cases surge 18%, NHS on high alert
Flu admissions in England have surged by 18% to a record high for the season, with the NHS on 'high alert' as industrial action continues. Health chiefs urge the public to seek care when needed.
French 'Doctor Death' jailed for life for poisonings
Former anaesthetist Frédéric Péchier sentenced to life for murdering 12 patients by contaminating IV bags. Read the shocking details of the case.
Junior Doctors' 14th Strike Hits NHS Amid Winter Flu Surge
Thousands of junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike, the 14th since 2023, over pay erosion and a severe training post shortage, as the NHS faces a winter flu epidemic.
Junior doctors' five-day strike begins in NHS dispute
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay and training posts, as letters reveal a growing rift with consultants and concerns over the NHS's future. Read the full analysis.
Junior Doctors Strike: Streeting Faces Backlash Over NHS Crisis
Junior doctors reveal the brutal reality of working in a 'war zone' NHS, striking over pay and conditions. Health Secretary Wes Streeting's criticism labelled 'harmful' as the service reaches breaking point.
Congress votes on first national bans for youth gender care
US health workers condemn two House bills aiming to criminalise and defund gender-affirming care for minors, warning they will 'hurt people' and increase suicide risk.
NHS Flu Warning as Doctors' Strike Hits Amid Record Cases
The NHS warns patients will feel the impact of a five-day junior doctors' strike starting Wednesday, coinciding with record hospital flu cases. Health bosses urge the public to get vaccinated.
NHS Resident Doctors Begin 14th Strike Over Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England launch a five-day strike, the 14th in 33 months. With public support waning and both sides entrenched, the NHS faces a 'never-ending' dispute. Read the full analysis.
Prashasti Singh's Divine Feminine at Soho Theatre
Comedian Prashasti Singh explores modern India, gender politics and singledom in her compelling show 'Divine Feminine' at London's Soho theatre until 20 December.
US funding cuts shutter 1,394 family planning clinics
Exclusive figures reveal over 1,000 clinics closed due to US aid cuts, leaving millions without vital reproductive healthcare. The crisis is most acute in Africa and the Middle East.
Outgoing NHS Trust Chief Issues Dire Warning on Service's Future
Nick Hulme, departing after 46 years in the NHS, warns the service must improve rapidly or the public will turn to 'charlatans'. He highlights warped spending and systemic inertia.
Anaesthetist 'poisoned 12 patients to show off skills'
A former French anaesthetist is accused of fatally poisoning 12 patients to demonstrate his resuscitation skills. The trial, described as 'the trial of a lifetime', is now awaiting a verdict.
NHS referral 'black hole' harms patients, watchdog finds
A Healthwatch England survey reveals 14% of GP referrals are lost or delayed, causing worsened health for 75% of affected patients. Discover the full impact and official response.
Soaring specialist fees create 'impossible choices' for patients
Rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are pushing Australians into financial hardship. Experts warn of a 'system without guardrails' and call for urgent government action on fee transparency and affordability.
Gender Care Gap: Do Men Leave Ill Wives More Often?
Examining the painful stereotype that men abandon sick partners. Featuring real stories from long Covid and cancer survivors, plus expert analysis on relationship strain.
Labour bars trans women from main 2026 women's conference
Labour will bar trans women from the main hall of its 2026 women's conference, denying voting rights. The party seeks a legal compromise after a Supreme Court ruling.
Professor argues 'mansplaining' term is still vital
A leadership professor counters calls to retire 'mansplaining', citing research that shows authority is still perceived as male. Read the full debate on gender and language.
NHS wheelchair service failing young disabled, letters reveal
A father reveals his daughter reapplied for a wheelchair seven times, exposing a crisis in NHS services for young disabled people. Read the full story and letters.
Italy's restrictive sex education bill sparks protests
Italy's far-right government passes a restrictive sex education bill requiring parental consent, sparking protests. Critics argue it undermines violence prevention. Discover the clash over 'gender ideology'.
Flu patients in England's hospitals up 56% on last year
NHS England data reveals a 56% jump in flu patients compared to last year, with an average of 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Experts warn the season started early and is yet to peak.
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.
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
Gender pension gap grows to 32%, report finds
The gender pension gap has widened to 32%. Scottish Widows expert Jill Henderson asks if a new, digitally-native generation of women can close it through better tools and support. Discover the data.
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.
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