Medical neglect contributed to Bilston mother’s death, inquest concludes.

A devastating inquest has concluded that medical neglect played a significant role in the tragic death of Sue Howell, a 73-year-old mother-of-four from Bilston. Mrs. Howell succumbed to a pulmonary…

Atrial fibrillation: First of its kind therapy for ‘debilitating’ heart condition

The Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast has become the first in the United Kingdom to pioneer a groundbreaking new therapy for atrial fibrillation (AF), a prevalent and often debilitating heart…

Sunbed ads targeted at young people spread harmful misinformation.

Health reporters Jim Reed and Sam Singh have uncovered a concerning trend: tanning companies are exploiting social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook to disseminate dangerous falsehoods about the…

Bereaved families have ‘lost trust’ over Leeds maternity inquiry, MPs say

Bereaved families who suffered devastating losses due to maternity failures at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTH) have expressed a profound loss of trust in the Health Secretary’s ability to…

Birmingham hospital asked teen to tell deaf mum her dad might die

In a deeply distressing and ethically questionable incident, a Birmingham hospital has been found to have repeatedly asked a teenage boy to convey critical and potentially life-altering medical information to…

What are PFAS -‘forever chemicals’- and are they bad for us?

PFAS, a ubiquitous family of synthetic chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, have woven themselves into the fabric of modern life. Their remarkable properties – water, grease, and stain…

Deaf patients condemn shortage of BSL interpreters in NHS

A critical shortage of British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters within the National Health Service (NHS) is leaving deaf patients feeling ignored, frustrated, and facing significant delays in receiving vital medical…

Using AI for medical advice ‘dangerous’, Oxford study finds

Dr. Rebecca Payne, a co-author of the study and a practicing General Practitioner (GP), expressed significant concern, stating, "Despite all the hype, AI just isn’t ready to take on the…

Could this spider’s silk help repair nerve senses?

In a groundbreaking intersection of nature’s ingenuity and medical innovation, scientists are harnessing the remarkable properties of spider silk to develop revolutionary surgical devices aimed at regenerating damaged nerves. Dr.…

Inside Health – Why is it so hard to find an NHS dentist? – BBC Sounds

The persistent and growing crisis in NHS dentistry is a critical issue dominating public discourse and political agendas across the United Kingdom. For countless individuals, securing a dental appointment under…