Barchester's 12 Ways to Care This Christmas Initiative
Barchester Healthcare launches a national '12 Ways to Care This Christmas' campaign, highlighting simple acts of kindness and encouraging career consideration in care. Read the full story.
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AU$33m Pharma Payments to Doctors Raise Ethics Concerns
New data reveals over 6,500 Australian doctors received payments from drug firms. Experts warn this influences prescriptions, raising serious healthcare ethics questions. Read the full investigation.
Cancer patient's struggle as Trump ends remote work for husband
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
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.
US Army Veteran Detained by ICE in Georgia
A US Army veteran and legal permanent resident has been detained by ICE in Georgia, sparking outrage and legal action. Read the full story on the fight to stop his deportation.
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.
Mangione Hearing Previews High-Stakes Murder Trial
A New York court hearing for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, offered a dramatic preview of a trial set to tackle America's healthcare crisis, gun violence, and wealth inequality. Follow the latest developments.
88-year-old veteran gets £1.3m to retire after viral story
An 88-year-old army veteran forced to work five days a week will finally retire after strangers donated over £1.3 million. Read the heartwarming story of community support.
Veteran, 88, gets £1.2m to retire after viral plea
Ed Bambas, an 88-year-old US army veteran working full-time in a supermarket, has been gifted over £1.2m to retire after his financial struggles went viral online. Read the heartwarming story.
Poverty's 'Massive Impact' on NHS Healthcare Quality
A leaked report reveals how poverty overwhelms hospitals in England's most deprived areas, impacting staff and patient care. Explore the systemic challenges facing the NHS.
BBC broadcaster Brian Hayes dies aged 88
Tributes pour in for Brian Hayes, the legendary BBC radio presenter known for his sharp wit and commanding voice, who has passed away at 88. Read about his remarkable career.
HSBC Names Brendan Nelson as New Chairman
HSBC appoints Brendan Nelson as chair after a turbulent search. The move follows a major leadership reshuffle and a strategic pivot towards Asia. Read the full story.
Trump Administration Moves to Block Medicaid Funds for Planned Parenthood
The Trump administration announces a rule to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, sparking a major political and legal battle over reproductive healthcare access.
What patients truly want from their surgeons
A new study reveals patients seek empathy and shared decisions from surgeons, not just technical skill. Discover why holistic care is crucial for patient outcomes in the UK.
Veteran killed in chicken wing row, friend jailed
A 'hero' army sergeant died from internal bleeding after being pushed in a pub beer garden argument over chicken wings. His friend has been sentenced to over four years. Read the full story.
Lords' 1,000 Amendments Stall Assisted Dying Bill
The Assisted Dying Bill, backed by MPs, faces a logjam in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Critics call it a democratic outrage as dying people await a compassionate law.
Resident Doctors Announce 5-Day Christmas Strike
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from 17-22 December over pay and job security, following November's action. The BMA urges the government to act.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
NHS test delays put hundreds of thousands at risk
Exclusive analysis reveals 386,849 patients in England faced dangerous diagnostic test delays in September. Doctors warn of worsening health outcomes and preventable deaths.
Taxpayers Subsidise Rising Specialist Fees in NHS
British taxpayers are subsidising rising specialist fees as Medicare-style gaps emerge in NHS funding. Discover how healthcare costs are shifting to patients.
Susan Loppert's arts revolution in hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert pioneered arts in healthcare, transforming Chelsea and Westminster Hospital with 2000 artworks and performances. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
RBC Expands Healthcare Team, Mayer Brown Promotes 36
RBC Capital Markets strengthens its European healthcare division with key hires as Mayer Brown announces 36 partner promotions globally. Discover the strategic moves shaping finance and legal sectors.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
Insurance CEO Murder Case Examined in New Book
Explore the controversial case of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering insurance CEO Brian Thompson, and John H Richardson's new book that examines his motives and public reaction.
NHS PFI Protest: Didcot Health Centre Funding Crisis
Campaigners protest NHS private finance schemes as Didcot's Great Western Park health centre faces 10-year delay over developer return demands. Read the latest developments.
NHS gets 250 new health centres and £300m tech funding
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major NHS overhaul with 250 neighbourhood health centres and £300m technology investment to cut waiting times and modernise care.
Quarter of GPs use AI without training
New research shows 25% of UK GPs now use AI tools like ChatGPT in clinical work, yet 95% lack professional training. Discover the risks and implications for patient care.
Dr John Stuart Brown: GP who transformed minor surgery
Discover how Dr John Stuart Brown's pioneering work and lobbying led to GPs performing minor surgeries, saving the NHS thousands and reducing waiting times for patients.
Udo Kier dies aged 81 after six decade film career
Hollywood veteran Udo Kier has died at 81. The German actor known for Ace Ventura and horror classics passed away in Palm Springs. Read more about his legendary career.
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.
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