Hospitals working to get patients home for Christmas after five-day doctor strike
Health experts have warned that the impact of the strike will be felt into the new year “and beyond”. Read More
Epidural kit shortage could last until March, regulator says
The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says. Read More
Young people will feel burden of UK’s ageing society, report suggests
The House of Lords said raising the state pension age and increasing immigration would not be a solution. Read More
Resident doctors in Scotland to go on strike for first time
Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels. Read More
People fake weight to obtain skinny jabs, says GP
A doctor from Chelmsford calls for more checks to stop the drugs being sold inappropriately online. Read More
Caesarean sections overtake natural vaginal births for the first time
Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery. Read More
Nicotine pouch rise driven by young men – study
Around 7.5% of 16 to 24-year-old-men are using the small sachets that fit under the top lip, research suggests. Read More
Starmer calls doctors’ strike ‘dangerous’ as five-day walkout begins
The doctors’ union, the British Medical Association, said it was time the government came up with “a genuinely long-term plan” on pay and jobs. Read More
Plans to fix NHS dental care and save some patients hundreds of pounds
The new proposals mean those needing complicated care over numerous appointments could save up to £225. Read More
Children with cancer scammed out of millions fundraised for their treatment, BBC finds
Huge amounts appear to have been raised for seriously ill children who never received the money. Read More