NHS Sends Flu Jab Reminders Amid Virus Rise
The NHS is sending thousands of reminders to parents as flu hospitalisations rise by 9%. Top doctors warn the 'worst is far from over' this winter. Get vaccinated now.
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NHS worker's kidney gift inspires donor plea for 2026
An inspirational NHS worker from Teesside who donated a kidney to a colleague's son is sharing her story to encourage more people to become living donors in 2026, as the recipient now needs another transplant.
Dorothy Rogers marks 50 years with NHS pharmacy
Dorothy Rogers has dedicated 50 years to the NHS at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. Discover her incredible journey and how she's seen pharmacy evolve.
GP leaves UK after racist abuse, moves to Canada
Dr Saad Khan, a Pakistani-born GP, has relocated to Canada after facing racial slurs from patients in Kettering. He cites a broken system and a desire for a better life. Read his full story.
NHS issues £100 fine over HRT prescription certificate error
A woman faces a £100 NHS penalty after her HRT pre-payment certificate was used for uncovered medication. The pharmacy accepted it, but the patient is held responsible. Read the full story.
NHS flu cases steady but hospitals remain under pressure
The NHS reports flu cases are steadying but hospitals are still extremely busy. Health chiefs warn the service is 'not out of danger yet' as winter viruses circulate. Read the latest figures and advice.
NHS issues winter virus warning despite steadying flu cases
A senior NHS leader warns winter pressures remain high despite flu cases steadying. Over 3,000 were hospitalised with flu before Christmas. Public urged to get vaccinated and use services wisely.
NHS: 48 Hours Left to Fill 2,755 Blood Donation Slots
The NHS issues an urgent appeal for donors as blood stocks run low. Over 2,700 appointments need filling before New Year's Eve to save lives.
Essex NHS Christmas pharmacy opening hours revealed
Find out which pharmacies in mid and south Essex are open on Christmas Day for essential medicines and advice. Use the NHS 'find a pharmacy' service for urgent help.
Christmas Day Pharmacy Opening Times in Mid & South Essex
Find out which NHS pharmacies are open on Christmas Day in mid and south Essex for essential medicines and health advice. Check times and locations here.
Free NHS Prescriptions and Dental Care for Young Care Leavers
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
NHS staff: 24 hours left for £30 Uber Christmas offer
NHS workers must link their Uber account to an NHS email by 11.59pm on Dec 21 to claim £30 in festive discounts for rides and food on Christmas Day.
Birmingham flu hospitalisations more than double elsewhere
New NHS data reveals Birmingham hospitals have the UK's highest flu patient numbers, with figures more than double those in Manchester. See the full regional breakdown.
NHS dentist payment changes for emergencies from April 2026
Dentists in England will receive higher payments for NHS emergency appointments from April 2026 under Labour government plans, aiming to improve patient access and save costs.
Junior Doctors Strike After Rejecting Government Deal
Junior doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from December 17th after BMA members overwhelmingly rejected a government offer. The walkout coincides with record flu cases, sparking a patient safety row.
Anger over plan to close Willenhall stroke rehab centre
Over 600 people protest Walsall NHS Trust's plan to close Hollybank House stroke unit. Trust cites £500k upgrade costs, proposes moving services to Wolverhampton. Campaigners fear loss of local care.
NHS issues urgent flu warning as hospital cases surge
The NHS warns of an unprecedented winter flu wave, with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year and no sign of a peak. Health leaders urge the public to get vaccinated and use services wisely.
Record flu hospitalisations strain NHS ahead of Christmas
The NHS faces an 'unprecedented flu wave' with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year. Health chiefs urge eligible people to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and ease pressure on hospitals.
Record flu hospitalisations put NHS under severe pressure
The NHS faces an unprecedented winter flu wave with record hospitalisations. Health chiefs urge eligible people to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and the health service.
BP pulls out of Teesside hydrogen scheme for data centre
BP withdraws from H2Teesside hydrogen project, citing land clash with a planned data centre. The move could unlock thousands of tech jobs for the region. Read the full story.
Birmingham Hospitals Report £31.2m Deficit
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust reports a £31.2m deficit, £17.1m worse than planned, driven by rising staff pay costs. A financial recovery plan is underway.
Berwick Hospital Work Resumes After Collapse
Construction restarts on Berwick's £35m community hospital with a new interim contractor after Merit's administration. The NHS trust reassures the community on progress.
Family Ambassador Transforms Mental Health Support at EPUT
Discover how Nazila Husanovic-Gladwyn uses her lived experience to support families and improve mental health services at Essex NHS Trust. Learn about this vital role making a real difference.
Specific cough could signal serious lung disease
A persistent, phlegmy cough could be a sign of COPD. Experts urge anyone with this symptom, especially smokers or over-35s, to see a GP immediately for assessment.
Schoolgirl's Death After Sectioning Reveals Treatable Disorder
An inquest hears 12-year-old Mia Lucas had treatable autoimmune encephalitis, not just psychosis, before her death in a mental health unit. Read the full investigation.
LV Shipping expands regional presence at Monkton Business Park
Teesside logistics firm LV Shipping expands its North East footprint to 25,000sqft at Infinity Park, supporting new contracts and regional economic growth. Discover the details.
NHS: Avoid hospitals if you have sickness bug
The NHS urges people with sickness or diarrhoea to stay away from hospitals as a norovirus variant spreads. Protect your community and NHS services.
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.
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.
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