A doctor reveals why NHS emergency departments are inundated with patients suffering from hiccups and coughs, highlighting a system at breaking point. Read her urgent call for investment and public support.
New NHS figures show a tenfold increase in A&E visits for minor ailments like coughs and blocked noses, piling pressure on emergency services. Experts call for better access to primary care. Read the full analysis.
Millions in England are turning to overwhelmed A&E departments for minor conditions like coughs and hiccups, as data reveals a near tenfold surge, highlighting a critical failure in primary care access.
A leading emergency doctor warns corridor care is now standard in overwhelmed A&Es, with over 16,600 deaths linked to long waits last year. Read the urgent call for political action.
A leading UK medic warns A&E is 'in big trouble' as corridor care becomes normalised, with 16,600 deaths linked to long waits. Read the full analysis and official response.
Official data reveals a sharp rise in deaths during December and January. Experts explain the complex mix of healthcare pressures, festive excess, and cold weather driving this tragic seasonal trend.
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.
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Former classmates of Claudio Valente, the suspect in the Brown University shooting, describe a gruelling academic climate that took a severe mental toll. Read the full investigation.
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Meet the Australians who spend Christmas Day on the job. From emergency nurses to pilots and zookeepers, discover how they bring festive cheer to their essential roles.
Some people experience temporary hearing loss after climax, known as transient tinnitus. Medical experts explain the causes, duration, and when it might be a concern.
A writer explains his deliberate choice to not teach his children about Santa Claus, fearing the 'moral economy' of Christmas that judges parents by spending. With 1 in 3 UK families struggling, he calls for honesty over festive fantasy.
Doctors detail case of man in his 50s who had a stroke after consuming eight high-caffeine energy drinks daily. His blood pressure normalised only after quitting. Read the full health warning.
Health leaders warn a mutated flu strain could hospitalise up to 8,000 people. The virus is hitting younger patients early and hard. Learn the symptoms and risks.
The NHS is battling a record flu wave this winter, driven by the H3N2 K variant. Learn about the symptoms, vaccine effectiveness, and which groups are most at risk.
Vladimir Putin visits India for talks with Narendra Modi, focusing on defence and energy. The summit occurs as the US pressures India to cut Russian trade. Get the latest analysis.
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.
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NHS England reveals thousands attended A&E for minor issues like hiccups and sore throats last winter. Health chiefs urge public to use services wisely as flu cases rise and strikes loom.
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
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.
Gareth Butterfield reveals five simple, no-cost checks to keep your car running in freezing conditions and avoid a winter breakdown. Essential reading for UK drivers.
Shoppers are flocking to family-owned department store Boyes, praising its vast product range and nostalgic 90s vibe. With over 80 UK stores, it's being called a modern-day Woolworths. Discover why.
London Ambulance Service urges public to call 999 only for life-threatening emergencies after receiving over 7,500 calls daily, matching typical New Year's Eve demand. Help ease the pressure.
Discover London's most spectacular Christmas displays for 2025, from Fortnum & Mason's crimson lights to Annabel's Narnia wonderland. Plan your festive tour today!
Dramatic aerial video captures massive fire engulfing Hong Kong residential complex. Emergency services battle intense flames as investigation begins.
Rachel Reeves transfers Send funding responsibility to DfE, facing £20bn deficit. OBR warns of 4.9% real-terms cuts to mainstream schools without reforms. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive: Internal justice department memo shows Trump administration framing Caribbean boat strikes as collective self-defense, contradicting public overdose narrative. Read the full analysis.
President Trump signs bill compelling the Department of Justice to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents by 19 December, following months of political pressure. Discover the full timeline.