Corridor care 'normalised' in NHS, warns top doctor
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.
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Mother and daughter die after Christmas meal 'poisoning'
A mother and daughter in Italy died after a Christmas dinner investigators suspect was laced with rat poison. The family's flour mill had a recent rodent infestation. Read the full investigation.
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.
Wrong body cremated at Glasgow hospital, inquiry launched
An investigation is underway at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital after a human error led to the wrong body being cremated. NHS bosses apologise to the two families affected. Read the full story.
Rare Full-Term Ectopic Pregnancy Ends with Healthy Baby
A California ER nurse gave birth to a healthy baby after an 'essentially unheard of' full-term ectopic pregnancy, hidden behind a 22lb cyst. Read this incredible medical story.
Wrong body cremated in Glasgow hospital error
A grieving family cremated the wrong loved one after a Glasgow hospital mortuary released the incorrect body. NHS bosses have launched a full investigation and apologised.
Conjoined twin dies after separation surgery
Aruna Rodrigues, a conjoined twin, has died from complications months after a historic 19-hour separation surgery. Read the full story of the family's courageous journey.
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.
Made In Chelsea's Louise Thompson's Christmas Eve hospital visit
Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson spent Christmas Eve in hospital for an urgent procedure. The reality TV personality, who has ulcerative colitis, shared her experience and praised the NHS. Read her full story here.
Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed recovering well after surgeries
Ahmed al-Ahmed, wounded confronting Bondi shooters, is recovering well after three surgeries and may soon leave hospital. The community has donated $2.5m for his recovery.
Woman wins €1m after hospital baby switch discovery
A Spanish woman awarded nearly €1 million after discovering she was switched at birth in 2002. The shocking DNA test result revealed her parents were not biologically related. Read the full story.
Doctor reveals cause of argument with hospital patient
An Indian doctor accused of assaulting a patient asks if medics must 'silently accept' abuse. The hospital has launched an inquiry. Read the full story.
Arsenal Players Visit Great Ormond Street Hospital
Bukayo Saka and Arsenal's 'three Gabriels' surprise young fans at Great Ormond Street Hospital, bringing festive joy and unforgettable memories to children undergoing long-term treatment.
Children spending Christmas in Great Ormond Street Hospital
Meet 13-month-old Lenny and 7-year-old Lily, who will celebrate Christmas Day on hospital wards. Discover how their families and NHS staff are creating festive magic at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Rare Florida Squirrels Released After Wildlife Hospital Bond
Two rare Big Cypress fox squirrels, a threatened species, have been successfully released back into the wild in Florida after bonding during rehabilitation. Discover their heartwarming story of recovery.
Doctor Accused of Attacking Patient in Indian Hospital
Shocking footage shows a doctor at an Indian hospital allegedly assaulting a patient who asked for respect. Police and the hospital have launched investigations into the incident.
Toddler killed in A1 collision, five seriously hurt
A two-year-old boy from London has died after a collision on the A1 near Stibbington. Five others are in hospital with serious injuries. Police appeal for witnesses.
Bromley toddler home for Christmas after 500 days in hospital
Little Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks with a serious bowel condition, is finally home in Bromley for his first Christmas after over 500 days in hospital. Read his family's remarkable story of hope.
Reddit tip led police to Brown University shooting suspect
A crucial Reddit post identified a grey Nissan, leading police to the suspect in the Brown University shooting that killed two students. Discover how online sleuthing helped solve the case.
Bondi hero receives $2.5m cheque in hospital
Ahmed Al-Ahmed, hailed a hero after the Bondi Junction attack, is presented with a $2.5 million cheque while recovering in hospital. Read the full story of his bravery and reward.
Guardian corrects Royal Stoke hospital date and doctors' strike details
The Guardian has issued corrections for several articles, including the date a critical incident was declared at Royal Stoke University Hospital and clarifying the junior doctors' strike is in England only. Read the full list of amendments.
Record 'super flu' hospitalisations surge, NHS under strain
NHS figures reveal a record surge in 'super flu' H3N2 hospitalisations, up 18% in a week. See the interactive map and why health officials urge vaccination.
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.
Flu Cases Soar to 3,140 Daily Hospital Patients
NHS data reveals flu hospitalisations in England have risen to a record 3,140 patients daily, with 128 in critical care. Norovirus cases also climb. Get the latest winter health figures.
Royal Stoke Hospital at breaking point amid winter crisis
Exclusive access reveals the immense pressure on NHS staff at Royal Stoke University Hospital as flu cases surge and bed shortages lead to patients treated in corridors. Discover how frontline workers manage the gridlock.
Teen fights for life after rope swing accident in Kent
A 17-year-old boy is in a London hospital with a fractured skull after a rope swing broke in Coldblow Woods. His friends' quick actions saved his life. Read his family's story.
Man detained for Leicester Square stabbing of girl, 11
A man who stabbed an 11-year-old girl eight times in a random London attack has been given an indefinite hospital order. Read the full court details.
Indefinite hospital order for Leicester Square girl stabbing
Ioan-Alexandru Pintaru sentenced after random attack on Australian schoolgirl in central London. Heroic bystanders intervened to save her life. Read the full story.
Leicester Square knifeman given indefinite hospital order
A homeless man who stabbed an 11-year-old Australian girl in a random Leicester Square attack has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act. Read the full court details.
How Florence's abandoned babies shaped Renaissance art
A new book explores the Hospital of the Innocents in Florence, a pioneering foundling home whose story reveals the dark heart and dazzling art of the Renaissance. Discover the legacy.
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