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South Wales Police arrest carer after dementia patient drug overdose

South Wales Police arrest carer after dementia patient drug overdose

A 47-year-old care worker was arrested after an 83-year-old dementia patient in Barry was found following a suspected prescription drug overdose.

NHS ·7 Sep 2026, 00:38 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Adriana Jimenez taken off life support after Canoga Park shooting

Adriana Jimenez taken off life support after Canoga Park shooting

Adriana Jimenez, a pregnant mother shot in a Canoga Park attack, has been taken off life support by her family, prompting prosecutors to upgrade charges.

NHS ·6 Sep 2026, 19:45 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Stevie Nicks' brother, Christopher Aaron Nicks, dies at 72

Stevie Nicks' brother, Christopher Aaron Nicks, dies at 72

Christopher Aaron Nicks, the younger brother of rock icon Stevie Nicks, has passed away at the age of 72 following a private battle with cancer.

NHS ·6 Sep 2026, 19:37 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Tim Andrews lives nine months with genetically modified pig kidney

Tim Andrews lives nine months with genetically modified pig kidney

Tim Andrews lives nine months with genetically modified pig kidney

NHS ·4 Sep 2026, 00:31 ·Owen Patel 4 min read
England faces extreme heat as temperatures hit 38.1C in hottest day of 2026

England faces extreme heat as temperatures hit 38.1C in hottest day of 2026

England faces severe disruption as temperatures hit 38.1C at Kew Gardens, prompting expanded amber heat warnings, travel delays, and wildfires.

NHS ·14 Aug 2026, 06:33 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Andy Burnham confident release of PC Harper's killers will be blocked

Andy Burnham confident release of PC Harper's killers will be blocked

Andy Burnham confident release of PC Harper's killers will be blocked

NHS ·11 Aug 2026, 21:03 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS to trial lung preservation machine to boost transplant rates

NHS to trial lung preservation machine to boost transplant rates

A specialist machine that keeps donated lungs alive outside the body could rescue four in every five donated lungs that currently go to waste in England and Wales.

NHS ·28 Jul 2026, 19:07 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Burnham cuts household electricity VAT to 0% from October 1

Burnham cuts household electricity VAT to 0% from October 1

Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the elimination of VAT on household electricity to help with rising living costs. The cut is funded by scrapping a digital-ID programme, a decision that has faced criticism regarding its financing.

NHS ·21 Jul 2026, 20:34 ·Owen Patel 4 min read
Diphtheria remains a significant health risk requiring consistent vaccination

Diphtheria remains a significant health risk requiring consistent vaccination

Despite historically low rates, diphtheria remains a persistent global threat that can trigger severe complications like myocarditis. Medical experts emphasize that maintaining high vaccination coverage is essential to prevent potential outbreaks.

NHS ·21 Jul 2026, 09:33 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS Wales waiting lists and GP shortages reach critical levels

NHS Wales waiting lists and GP shortages reach critical levels

NHS Wales is struggling with significant patient waiting lists and severe GP workload intensity. Ongoing staffing vacancies and discharge delays continue to impact emergency care performance.

NHS ·21 Jul 2026, 00:16 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS patients in deprived areas face longer wait times for treatment

NHS patients in deprived areas face longer wait times for treatment

New analysis shows significant regional disparities in NHS elective care, with patients in wealthier areas more likely to be treated within 18 weeks.

NHS ·19 Jul 2026, 22:03 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS performance: how do the four nations compare? - Full Fact

NHS performance: how do the four nations compare? - Full Fact

The article examines waiting lists, A&E outcomes, patient satisfaction and GP access across the four UK nations. It stresses that differing data definitions make direct comparison difficult.

NHS ·19 Jul 2026, 07:05 ·Owen Patel 15 min read
NHS waiting list for routine hospital treatment rises for second month

NHS waiting list for routine hospital treatment rises for second month

The NHS waiting list for routine hospital treatment has risen for the second consecutive month, reaching 7.40 million patient pathways. Officials cite new referrals, industrial action, and infrastructure constraints as key drivers behind the service pressures.

NHS ·19 Jul 2026, 03:02 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Burnham says he is finalising cabinet ahead of becoming PM on Monday

Burnham says he is finalising cabinet ahead of becoming PM on Monday

As Andy Burnham prepares to assume the office of Prime Minister, he faces pressure to reveal his legislative agenda and complete his cabinet appointments.

NHS ·19 Jul 2026, 02:02 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Andy Burnham to announce his cabinet on Monday ahead of becoming PM

Andy Burnham to announce his cabinet on Monday ahead of becoming PM

As Andy Burnham prepares to succeed Keir Starmer as UK Prime Minister, attention shifts to his upcoming cabinet appointments and devolution agenda.

NHS ·18 Jul 2026, 07:33 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
UK COVID-19 hospital admissions show rising trend as flu levels fall

UK COVID-19 hospital admissions show rising trend as flu levels fall

Recent surveillance data reveals a summer increase in COVID-19 hospital admissions across the UK, even as other respiratory illnesses remain in decline. A separate report has also detailed critical failures and poor post-death care within the mortuary services at Nottingham University Hospitals.

NHS ·18 Jul 2026, 04:33 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS hospitals declare critical incidents as heatwaves cause equipment failure

NHS hospitals declare critical incidents as heatwaves cause equipment failure

Record-breaking temperatures are causing cooling system and equipment failures across NHS trusts, forcing the cancellation of patient appointments.

NHS ·17 Jul 2026, 23:34 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS anaesthetist shortage prevents 1.5 million operations a year

NHS anaesthetist shortage prevents 1.5 million operations a year

A chronic shortage of anaesthetists is stalling the surgical pipeline across the UK, leaving millions of patients facing treatment delays and deteriorating health.

NHS ·17 Jul 2026, 18:34 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS patients advised on ways to reduce surgery waiting times

NHS patients advised on ways to reduce surgery waiting times

Navigating NHS elective surgery backlogs involves proactive steps, such as reviewing clinical priority and using platforms like My Planned Care. Patients can also explore options like short-notice lists or provider choice to help manage their care journey.

NHS ·17 Jul 2026, 17:39 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
NHS England hits 18-week hospital treatment target as waiting lists fall

NHS England hits 18-week hospital treatment target as waiting lists fall

NHS England has met its 18-week referral-to-treatment benchmark as waiting lists fall for the fifth consecutive month. Experts warn the progress relies on short-term funding sprints and raise concerns about administrative list removals.

NHS ·15 Jul 2026, 04:35 ·Owen Patel 4 min read