Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients’ deaths – but they kept using it
Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after. Read More
Advice for PCOS has not changed for 30 years, says patient
Alex Allan says she feels “sad” that treatment for the condition has not moved forward in that time. Read More
NHS waiting list down – how is your hospital doing?
At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England. Read More
Scottish abortion law ‘not fit for purpose’, says expert group
Currently, an abortion is only legal before 24 weeks when two doctors agree that certain grounds have been met. Read More
Children may be hit harder by flu, say officials
Health bosses says the UK often mirrors Australia a few months later. Read More
Resident doctors in Scotland begin ballot for strike action
BMA Scotland says ministers went back on a pay agreement but Health Secretary Neil Gray says it is a “fair, affordable, equitable pay offer”. Read More
‘I could hardly walk’ – the issue that affects one in five mums
Two mothers who experienced pelvic girdle pain say being aware of the risk will help people seek treatment. Read More
Nearly all NHS trusts failing to hit cancer target
Experts say patients are being harmed by cancer diagnosis and treatment delays. Read More
Nurses penalised for trans complaint, says lawyer
Closing submissions are being made in an employment tribunal brought by eight female nurses. Read More
Type 1 diabetes is worse in young children – now scientists know why
They show cells that control blood sugar are more vulnerable in early childhood. Read More