Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified
Sir Stephen Powis says points-based tool was drawn up should need to prioritise patients have arisen. Read More
NHS offers ‘improved’ stop smoking pill
People in England will be able to get free varenicline tablets to help them quit cigarettes. Read More
Covid inquiry told Treasury blocked NHS bed request
NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard says the decision, in July 2020, was very disappointing. Read More
NHS urges vulnerable to get Covid and flu vaccines
Thousands of those eligible for free winter vaccinations fail to take up the offer, the NHS says. Read More
Health boss quits after ‘deliberate’ accounts errors
Sue Hill will not receive a settlement after “systemic cultural failings” in her department. Read More
Nurse’s death linked to approved weight-loss drug
Susan McGowan from North Lanarkshire died two weeks after taking the drug tirzepatide, brand name Mounjaro. Read More
Thousands of lung cancer cases detected in lorry clinics
Specially adapted lorries have been visiting towns to offer NHS checks in the community. Read More
HRT does not impact life expectancy – health body
Information on the menopause drugs’ benefits and risks have been included in updated guidance. Read More
Bill to ban police cell mental health detentions
The move is part of an overhaul of decades-old mental health legislation in England and Wales. Read More
NHS bosses attack ‘rip off’ doctor overtime rates
NHS England says hospitals being forced into paying premium rates of over £200 an hour. Read More