Record 3.7m workers in England will have major illness by 2040, study finds Health Foundation report also predicts people in poorest areas will be three times more likely to die by the age of 70 The Guardian - UK · Apr 17, 2024
Rats and cockroaches among thousands of pests found at English hospitals Exclusive: NHS bosses forced to spend millions on pest control in decrepit, rundown buildings The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2024
Junior doctors urged to ‘be reasonable’ as latest round of strike action begins The walkout begins at 7am on Saturday and will end at 11.59pm on Wednesday. Evening Standard · Feb 24, 2024
Eating disorder rates four times higher in girls than boys, survey shows The statistic was one of the findings of a report into young people’s mental health published by NHS England. The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
Needs of patients with learning disabilities not being met in hospitals – report An investigation by the Health Services Safety Investigations Body found the current system is not always designed to provide effective care. The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023
‘Postcode lottery’ for A&E care as NHS and government failing to tackle crisis, MPs warn MPs warn government they have ‘serious doubts’ over NHS A&E rescue plan The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023
One million NHS appointments cancelled during strike action ‘The immediate concern has to be with patients – more than a million and counting – whose care or treatment has been delayed’ - NHS Providers Evening Standard · Sep 25, 2023
NHS appointments cancelled during strike action to ‘surpass one million’ Industrial action has been ongoing since December 2022. The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2023
‘Biggest walkout NHS has ever seen’ will put patients at risk, health body warns NHS Confederation says hospitals will cancel more appointments and operations than ever before this week The Guardian - UK · Sep 19, 2023
Government plans to extend strike laws to doctors and nurses New rules on minimum service levels could come into force next year. The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2023
Doctors’ strike to disrupt care ‘unlike anything seen before’, warn NHS officials Consultants and junior doctors in England will take joint action this week for the first time in escalating pay dispute The Guardian - UK · Sep 18, 2023
NHS braced for week of disruption as consultants and junior doctors strike Health bosses said the action by medics in England will see planned care grind to a halt. The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2023
‘Cowboy’ Rishi Sunak hit by new concrete crisis as it threatens pledge to cut NHS backlog Exclusive: Hospital buildings plagued by crumbling concrete are holding back progress on NHS waiting lists, health chiefs warn The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023
Use of virtual wards for patients with acute respiratory infections recommended The recommendation was made by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in new draft guidance. The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023
The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023 A&E crisis fears as NHS leaders ‘too busy with strikes to prepare for winter’ Exclusive: NHS services ‘need to be preparing for winter... instead they’re preparing for strikes’
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023 NHS buildings ‘in a bad way and getting worse’ Data on hospital chemical leaks and fire alarms was compiled by the Liberal Democrats following a number of Freedom of Information requests.
The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023 Experts warn of ‘unintended consequences’ of leaning on private sector capacity Plans for 13 new diagnostic centres, eight of which will be privately run, were announced on Friday.
The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023 Thousands of scans cancelled as a result of radiographer strike – figures Radiographers carry out X-rays, MRI and CT scans, ultrasounds and breast screening, as well as radiotherapy for cancer patients.
The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2023 Almost half of doctors say their mental health is worse than during pandemic The survey from the Medical Protection Society also found the majority of doctors do not think the Government is doing enough to support staff.
The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023 Junior doctors mount picket lines as five-day strike begins The industrial action will cause huge disruption, affecting operations and consultations.
The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023 NHS strikes could ‘break relationship’ between staff and bosses – health leaders NHS Providers has urged eleventh hour talks to prevent upcoming strikes.
The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023 Trainee doctors ‘experiencing micro-aggression and negative comments at work’ A General Medical Council survey was completed by more than 70,000 people.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 12, 2023 Three-day strike by doctors in England expected to have ‘enormous impact’ Junior doctors are seeking a 35% salary rise to restore the value of their pay to 2008-09 levels
The Guardian - UK · Jun 8, 2023 NHS chiefs blame staff shortages for record 7.4m people on waiting lists in England Leaders urge government to publish long-awaited workforce plan as figures reveal unsustainable pressure on NHS
The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2023 NHS England workforce plan delayed amid rumours of cost issues Health secretary Steve Barclay not confirming when strategy to increase numbers of doctors and nurses will be published