Record 554,018 NHS patients waited 12+ hours on trolleys
Shocking figures reveal over half a million NHS patients endured 12+ hour trolley waits in 2025, a record high. Lib Dem leader brands it a 'national emergency'. Read the full analysis.
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Record High Abortions in England and Wales
New government data reveals an 11% surge in abortions in 2023, the highest rate since 1967. Experts cite the cost of living crisis and barriers to contraception as key drivers.
New Claims Emerge in Julio Iglesias Sexual Assault Case
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias faces new allegations from former staff, including claims they were ordered to undergo sexual health tests. Two women have filed a formal complaint.
NHS ADHD crisis: £164m overspend, patients failed
An investigation reveals NHS England's ADHD services are set to overspend by £164m, pushing desperate patients into an under-regulated private market. Discover the systemic failures.
Two Nottinghamshire NHS Trusts Declare Critical Incidents
Two NHS hospital trusts in Nottinghamshire declare critical incidents due to severe winter pressures, rising demand, and staff shortages. Patients face significant delays. Find out more.
LGB+ mortality risk 1.3x higher than straight peers
First ONS data reveals LGB+ people in England & Wales are significantly more likely to die by suicide, drug overdose, or alcohol-related disease. Urgent action needed to address health inequalities.
Study: Vagina nicknames linked to sexual health and body image
New research reveals the nicknames women use for their genitals are linked to sexual pleasure, body image, and health behaviours. Discover what your choice says about you.
Four NHS Trusts Declare Critical Incidents
Four NHS hospital trusts in Surrey and Kent have declared critical incidents due to severe pressure from flu, norovirus, and cold weather. Read the latest on the crisis.
NHS ADHD spending overshoots by £164m
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS ADHD services are overspending by £164m annually, with funds flowing to under-regulated private clinics. Experts warn of unreliable assessments.
1 in 10 NHS Staff Face Violence, Report Shows
Shocking data reveals over 10% of NHS staff in England experienced violence in 2025. Explore the scale of the crisis and the urgent calls for better safeguards and prevention.
NHS violence: 285 attacks on staff daily in England
Exclusive analysis reveals nearly 300,000 violent and sexual assaults on NHS staff in three years. Unions warn of a 'national emergency' for worker safety. Read the full investigation.
NHS staff overwhelmed by violence and abuse from patients
Exclusive: Doctors and nurses reveal a crisis of physical and sexual assaults in NHS hospitals, with many leaving the profession due to inaction from police and trusts.
Paralysed man's damning account of NHS wheelchair service
After a climbing accident left him paralysed, Paul Sagar faced an NHS wheelchair service he describes as incompetent and illogical. Read his shocking story.
NHS Clinics Launch in Probation Offices in England
A groundbreaking pilot scheme in England embeds NHS health clinics within probation offices. The initiative aims to tackle the root causes of reoffending by providing immediate mental health and addiction support. Discover how this could transform rehabil
BMA: GP Shortage and Public Behaviour Strain A&E
BMA's Dr Katie Bramall defends GPs as A&E pressures mount. She cites a critical shortage of 750 GPs and a public responsibility shift. Read the full analysis.
Flu Cases Fall in London Hospitals, Vaccinations Rise
Flu hospitalisations in London have fallen to 424 beds a day, lower than last year. NHS officials credit vaccination efforts but warn of winter pressures. See the data and interactive map.
NHS Video Appointments for Prostate & Menopause in 2026
The NHS app will launch video consultations for conditions like prostate issues and severe menopause in 2026, aiming to cut waiting lists. Health Secretary Wes Streeting promises healthcare as easy as ordering a takeaway.
NHS 'Priceless Resource' Despite Challenges, Report Says
A major new report declares the NHS a 'priceless resource' for the UK, highlighting its value and resilience despite funding and staffing pressures. Discover the key findings.
Men describe the sensation of getting an erection
We asked men to explain the physical and emotional feeling of an erection. Their candid answers range from pride and power to practical inconveniences.
Chickenpox vaccine offered on NHS for first time
The NHS begins its first-ever chickenpox vaccination programme, offering the MMRV jab to young children to prevent serious illness and reduce school absences.
Guardian's 20-Year Sex Advice Column: 23 Memorable Moments
As The Guardian's iconic 'Sexual Healing' column ends after two decades, we revisit 23 of its most memorable reader dilemmas and Pamela Stephenson Connolly's expert advice.
Streeting: 'Hardest days' as NHS faces strikes and flu surge
Health Secretary Wes Streeting admits to 'hardest days' in the job, balancing hospice funding wins with junior doctor strikes and record flu cases. He vows focus is on those still receiving poor care.
An NHS Emergency Revealed Its True Human Heart
A journalist's perspective shifts from critic to patient, discovering the profound humanity and shared purpose that defines the NHS in a London hospital ward. Read this powerful personal account.
AI Slashes A&E Wait Times in 50 NHS Organisations
Around 50 NHS organisations are using an AI forecasting tool to predict emergency department demand, aiming to reduce wait times and free up beds this winter. Discover how the technology works.
AI Helps NHS Tackle Winter Flu and A&E Waits
Over 50 NHS organisations are using a new AI forecasting tool to predict patient surges and reduce A&E waiting times this winter. Discover how technology is boosting efficiency.
Wrong body cremated after Glasgow hospital mortuary mix-up
NHS bosses apologise after a blunder at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital led to the wrong body being cremated. An investigation is underway. Read the full story.
Anti-migrant rhetoric deters foreign NHS staff, warns top doctor
A leading medical figure warns the NHS is at risk as overseas doctors and nurses are put off by a 'hostile environment' of racism and anti-immigration rhetoric. Read the full story.
Sexual offences on London Underground reach five-year peak
Reported sexual offences on the Tube hit a five-year high, with campaigners warning harassment is 'routine' for women. New TfL data reveals 595 incidents in 2024/25.
NHS pays maternity inquiry lead up to £26,000 a month
Donna Ockenden, chairing the Nottingham maternity review, invoices up to £26,000 monthly for advice. The final report is due by June 2026. Read the full investigation.
E-fit released after Milton Keynes sexual assault
Thames Valley Police issue an e-fit image of a suspect following a sexual assault on a teenage girl in Milton Keynes in November. Witnesses urged to come forward.
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