The Latest Breaking News from NHS

The Guardian view on protecting NHS staff: ministers must take a lead in reducing attacks on the health workforce

Editorial: Rising violence in hospitals is part of a disturbing pattern that must be addressed with actions as well as words

The Guardian - UK · Jan 19

Jesy Nelson and Rapper Zion Foster Split Weeks After Revealing Twins' SMA Battle

Jesy Nelson and rapper Zion Foster have reportedly split just weeks after publicly sharing their twins' battle with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

International Business Times UK · Jan 19

Investigation launched after NHS guidance suggested ‘potential benefit’ of marriage between cousins

‘The NHS absolutely recognises the genetic risks of consanguineous relationships’, the service said, and is removing the wording

The Independent UK · Jan 19

Researchers discover new treatments to prevent growth of two cancers

The research looked at the genes which can cause cancer, with a focus on the bowel and liver

The Independent UK · Jan 19

Grandmother says two-minute test in her 30s saved her life

Gayle Maxwell had a smear test in January 2015, after delaying it to enjoy the Christmas holidays

The Independent UK · Jan 19

Cancer charity to expand nutrition lessons after trial cut NHS waiting lists

Maggie’s describes approach that uses food to help patients with recovery as ‘win-win’ and calls for collaboration in new government strategy

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18

Got a Nespresso machine? You need to try these 3 delicious coffee pods right now – while you still can

Add these three exciting flavours to your next order – you won't regret it.

TechRadar · Jan 18

Presenter Piers Morgan in hospital after tripping on a step in London hotel

The 60-year-old said he had fractured his femur in the incident.

Evening Standard · Jan 18

Charter to tackle sexual harassment across NHS in England has failed, say unions

Rights of Women charity says abuse is ‘an entrenched, systemic issue’ amid calls for improved protection

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18

The sudden rise of scabies: ‘I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy’

These microscopic mites, which burrow under your skin and cause ferocious itching, are incredibly hard to get rid of – and cases in the UK have soared. What is causing the outbreak, and is there anything we can do about it?

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18