NHS urges warfarin users to monitor vitamin K in diet
The NHS advises patients on the blood-thinner warfarin to maintain a stable diet, particularly with vitamin K-rich foods like spinach and broccoli, to ensure the medication works effectively.
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Mum details 5 'no joke' super flu symptoms as NHS warns
A mother shares her harrowing experience with the severe 'super flu', detailing five debilitating symptoms. The NHS reports an 'unprecedented flu wave' with record hospitalisations. Learn the symptoms and NHS advice.
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.
NHS Emergency Warning Over Back Pain Red Flags
The NHS issues an urgent alert over back pain symptoms that require immediate A&E care. Learn the signs of Cauda Equina Syndrome to prevent permanent damage.
NHS warning for amlodipine, ramipril and lisinopril users
The NHS advises patients on key hypertension medications about dangerous interactions and side effects. Learn the signs of low blood pressure and when to see your GP.
Uber offers NHS staff Christmas discounts on rides and food
Uber is thanking NHS and HSC staff with discounted rides and Uber Eats vouchers this Christmas. Find out how frontline healthcare workers can claim the festive offer.
NHS Grapefruit Warning for Prescription Users
The NHS warns millions to avoid grapefruit with common drugs like statins and blood pressure pills. Mixing them can cause dangerous side effects. Check your medication now.
Health Secretary Apologises as Doctor Strike Begins
Health Secretary Wes Streeting apologises for disruption as UK-wide doctor strike starts. The 5-day walkout, rejected by 83% of BMA members, runs until December 22.
Junior Doctors Strike: NHS Midlands Issues Urgent Public Advice
NHS Midlands urges public to use 111 for urgent medical help as junior doctors begin a five-day strike. Health Secretary's offer rejected. Key festive period impacted.
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.
NHS warning over 'burning' pain and compartment syndrome
The NHS warns a burning feeling, pins and needles, and severe muscle pain may signal dangerous compartment syndrome. Learn the signs and when to seek emergency help.
Patients turn to private scans amid NHS waiting times
Faced with long NHS waits, thousands are paying for private MRI, CT and X-ray scans via services like Scan.com for faster results and peace of mind. Discover the costs and patient experiences.
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.
Birmingham NHS project transforms diabetes and mental health
A Birmingham NHS-funded diabetes programme is transforming lives, reducing blood sugar levels for 52% of participants and significantly improving mental health. Residents call for expansion.
Flu hospitalisations surge 56% as NHS faces 'unprecedented wave'
Flu patients in NHS hospitals in England have jumped 56% year-on-year. Health chiefs warn of an 'unprecedented wave' and urge eligible people to get vaccinated now.
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.
Paramedic suspended for hiding fatal crash conviction
A London paramedic has been suspended for 12 months after failing to disclose a conviction for killing a pedestrian in South Africa. Read the full tribunal findings.
Birmingham doctor strikes cause 'minimal disruption'
Five-day strike by resident doctors in Birmingham and Solihull saw minimal service disruption. NHS bosses praise planning as 90% of clinical activity was maintained. Read the full story.
NHS 'please don't visit us' warning over winter bug
The NHS issues a plea to avoid hospitals if experiencing vomiting or diarrhoea as a norovirus variant spreads. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
18,000 NHS jobs cut in major health service shake-up
Major NHS England restructuring sees 18,000 staff facing redundancy as health service merges with Department of Health. Voluntary redundancy scheme explained.
NHS Midlands Issues Winter Face Mask Update
NHS Midlands advises wearing face masks in healthcare settings and urges flu jab uptake as Covid and flu cases circulate. Protect yourself and others this winter.
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