West Midlands urged to use NHS App this winter
NHS bosses in the West Midlands urge residents to download the NHS App to ease winter pressure. App usage is below the national average, risking longer waits for care.
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Birmingham Health Centres Upgrade to Cut Waiting Lists
Stockland Green and Summerfield health centres in Birmingham will transform into neighbourhood health hubs with GPs, dentists and pharmacists under one roof as part of a national NHS initiative to reduce waiting times.
Cardiff Health Board Freezes Recruitment Amid 350 Job Cuts
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
Premier Modular Secures £1bn NHS Framework Spot
East Yorkshire's Premier Modular has been appointed to a £1bn NHS framework, positioning it to deliver vital modular buildings for healthcare and public services across the UK.
Gran beats cancer with groundbreaking NHS treatment
Sue Harley from Kings Heath defies incurable blood cancer through innovative drug talquetamab after years of misdiagnosis. Discover how this NHS-approved treatment is transforming lives.
Cold hands could be a sign of Raynaud's condition
Cold hands and feet might indicate Raynaud's, a condition affecting circulation. Learn the symptoms, when to see a GP, and how to manage it effectively.
BBC Breakfast guest shares terminal cancer diagnosis
BBC Breakfast hosts announced guest Danny Burkey's terminal prostate cancer diagnosis, highlighting a new national screening trial aiming to save thousands of lives annually.
Louis Tomlinson donates £4k to bodyguard's surgery
One Direction's Louis Tomlinson donates £4,000 to former bodyguard Preston Mahon, who needs life-saving leg surgery after NHS says it cannot intervene. Read the full story.
Stepping Hill Hospital Honours Long-Serving Staff & Volunteers
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates over 150 years of volunteer service and 2,720 years of staff dedication in special awards ceremonies. Read more about the local heroes.
NHS workforce crisis as foreign doctor exodus grows
The GMC warns the NHS could face catastrophic staff shortages as foreign-trained doctors leave. A 26% exodus increase threatens healthcare delivery. Read the critical report.
Early Flu Outbreak: NHS Urges Vaccination
Health officials issue urgent warning as H3N2 flu strain drives unusually early outbreak. NHS makes 2.4 million appointments available with pop-up clinics nationwide.
Long Covid cause found: 20x more microclots
Groundbreaking UK study reveals long Covid is linked to persistent microclots, disrupting blood flow. Discover the science and new NHS winter mask guidance.
NHS alert over penicillin allergy recording errors
A national patient safety alert has been issued after healthcare staff incorrectly recorded penicillin allergies, posing a risk of fatal reactions. Find out what this means for you.
Hertfordshire Property Awards raise £89k for NHS hospitals
East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity raised £89,000 at its glittering property awards. The funds will support patients, families, and staff across four local NHS hospitals.
Doctor explains biggest migraine trigger for women
A TV doctor explains the crucial link between oestrogen drops and debilitating migraines in women, and how new treatments are offering hope. Learn more about the science.
GP waits deter cancer checks, survey finds
A Cancer Research UK survey shows over half of Brits delay checking cancer symptoms due to GP appointment difficulties. Learn the key symptoms and why early action is vital.
Check If You Qualify for Free NHS Prescriptions
A leading pharmacist urges UK patients to check if they qualify for free prescriptions and flu jabs. Find out if your age, benefits, or health status makes you eligible.
Health Warning Over 'Triple Threat' Before Christmas
Health experts urge eligible Brits to get flu and RSV vaccines as cases surge. Protect yourself now against the early seasonal peak of respiratory illnesses.
Peer worker transforms mental health care with lived experience
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
13 UK counties escape Met Office snow and ice warnings
The Met Office has issued snow and ice warnings across the UK, with only 13 counties escaping the alert. NHS urges public to take precautions during cold snap.
Gran's joy as new cancer drug approved for NHS
A Birmingham grandmother's campaign helps secure NHS approval for a next-generation myeloma treatment, allowing her to see her grandchildren grow up. Discover this life-extending story.
Birmingham's worst GP surgeries according to patients
Exclusive: Patient survey reveals Birmingham GP surgeries with the poorest ratings. Discover if your local practice made the list as government plans service overhaul.
Birmingham Hospital Secures Prestigious Double Gold Awards
Practice Plus Group Hospital in Birmingham earns dual Gold awards for outstanding patient safety and data quality. Discover how this impacts NHS and private care.
NHS pregnancy advice: Take folic acid and vitamin D
The NHS advises taking folic acid before conception and for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, plus daily vitamin D. Learn about the benefits and the Healthy Start scheme.
Alton Towers crash survivor's life after amputation
Leah Washington-Pugh reflects on losing her leg in The Smiler crash ten years ago and now volunteers to support fellow amputees at a new NHS rehabilitation centre.
Paediatric Diabetes Nurse Wins NHS Great Patient Experience Award
Paediatric diabetes nurse Becky Taylor receives top NHS award for transforming the life of a young patient. Discover how specialist care empowers children with diabetes.
NHS Flu Jab SOS: 2.4 Million Slots Available
The NHS issues an urgent flu jab warning as cases triple. With 2.4 million appointments available, eligible adults are urged to get protected now ahead of the winter peak.
UK flu surge: H3N2 cases higher than last year
Experts warn the H3N2 flu strain is surging across the UK, with cases higher than last year. Protect yourself with the flu vaccine and know when to seek medical help.
West Midlands Ambulance Delays Worst in UK
West Midlands Ambulance Service faces the UK's worst hospital handover delays, losing 41,000 hours in October alone. Discover the impact on patients and the call for an independent review.
Hospital breathing issues raise death risk sixfold
Harvard study finds hospital patients reporting shortness of breath face dramatically higher mortality. Learn how simple breath monitoring could save lives.
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