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NHS issues alert over 'problem' caused by one in four people

The NHS has issued an alert encouraging users of the NHS app to enable push notifications to reduce missed appointment rates after a survey revealed that one in four people have missed their health appointments.

Mar 2 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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NHS alert to check this number as 4m Brits don't know they have 'silent killer'

Around 4.1 million people in England are undiagnosed with high blood pressure, prompting the NHS to advise citizens to check their health.

Mar 1 β€’ 09:06 UTC
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Free 'silent killer' health check available for people born after 1986

People in England can receive a free blood pressure test at many Tesco and Asda stores starting from age 36 to identify and prevent high blood pressure, a common health issue in the UK.

Feb 28 β€’ 12:37 UTC
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National & Local

NHS maternity units often cover up harmful errors in childbirth, report finds

A report reveals that NHS maternity units in England frequently conceal serious childbirth errors, leading to damaging consequences for families, particularly those from ethnic minorities and lower socioeconomic backgrounds.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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Shocking allegations of bullying, racism, and undignified births revealed in damning maternity report

A report highlights serious issues including bullying, racism, and undignified treatment in maternity services across England.

Feb 25 β€’ 17:19 UTC
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National & Local

Police sorry for failing to arrest Calocane before killings, Nottingham inquiry told

Two police forces and NHS England have apologized for not acting on an earlier arrest warrant for Valdo Calocane, who went on to kill three people in Nottingham.

Feb 24 β€’ 16:58 UTC
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National & Local

Best and worst NHS trusts for cancer treatment revealed

An analysis reveals that almost all NHS trusts in England failed to meet the target of treating 85% of cancer patients within 62 days, with the situation particularly critical for patients experiencing long delays.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:46 UTC
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National & Local

NHS stroke treatment to become available 24/7 as timeline issued

NHS England plans to deliver 24/7 access to thrombectomies for stroke patients across the country by April 2026.

Feb 24 β€’ 03:45 UTC
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National & Local

NHS issues new warning as 4.1 million people could have 'silent killer' unknowingly

The NHS warns that 4.1 million people in England may have undiagnosed high blood pressure, urging them to get checked to prevent serious health risks.

Feb 22 β€’ 11:24 UTC
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NHS facing β€˜second surge’ of winter virus - warning signs explained

NHS officials warn of a looming second surge in norovirus cases as hospitalizations rise significantly in England.

Feb 20 β€’ 13:47 UTC
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Two-day alert as NHS says hospital cases of illness have 'doubled'

NHS England reports a significant rise in hospital cases of norovirus, warning that admissions have doubled in a month.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:02 UTC
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National & Local

Number of norovirus patients in England at highest level this winter

Norovirus cases in England have surged to the highest levels this winter, prompting warnings from health officials about a potential second surge.

Feb 19 β€’ 13:06 UTC
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DWP benefit claimants eligible for free NHS dental check-ups in England - full list

Certain benefit claimants in England are eligible for free NHS dental check-ups and treatments, potentially saving them costs on dental care.

Feb 18 β€’ 14:20 UTC
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β€˜Horrific’ rise in kids needing rotting teeth surgically removed in hospital

A report highlights a concerning increase in children requiring surgical removal of decayed teeth, with 56,000 operations performed in England amid declining access to NHS dental care.

Feb 17 β€’ 10:51 UTC
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NHS eligibility for free 'talking therapies' in England - do you qualify?

The article explains the eligibility criteria for accessing free NHS 'talking therapies' in England.

Feb 17 β€’ 02:25 UTC
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A&Es in England to change how they operate - everything you need to know

The NHS in England is implementing changes in A&E operations to reduce overcrowding and improve care for elderly patients who often wait for extended periods.

Feb 10 β€’ 11:03 UTC
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World

Community health agents of the SUS inspire primary care reform in England

Community health agents from Brazil's SUS are helping to reshape public health policies in England's NHS, stemming from a model that inspired Brazil’s own health system.

Feb 3 β€’ 11:44 UTC
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National & Local

Emergency pneumonia cases surge to half a million a year in England

Emergency pneumonia cases in England have surged to over half a million annually, marking a 25% increase over the past two years, exacerbating pressures on accident and emergency departments.

Feb 3 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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NHS expands access to prostate cancer drug in England to save thousands of lives

The NHS has broadened the availability of the prostate cancer drug Abiraterone to newly diagnosed patients in England, aiming to save thousands of lives by providing treatment earlier in the disease process.

Jan 16 β€’ 18:00 UTC
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NHS limiting number of ADHD assessments despite soaring demand

The NHS has implemented restrictions on ADHD assessments in England, aiming to save costs despite rising demand, without communicating these limitations to GPs or patients.

Jan 15 β€’ 19:37 UTC
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Norovirus symptoms: Key signs of horror diarrhoea infection after 57% surge in cases

A 57% increase in norovirus hospitalizations has occurred in England, prompting the NHS to advise those exhibiting symptoms to minimize contact with others for at least two days.

Jan 15 β€’ 12:34 UTC
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National & Local

How common is violence against NHS staff in England and what is being done to stop it?

A report highlights the alarming rise in violence against NHS staff in England, with over 295,711 incidents recorded from 2022 to 2025, prompting calls for increased protection measures.

Jan 11 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

NHS offers blood pressure checks to certain people in pharmacies - see if you qualify

The NHS is providing complimentary blood pressure checks in select pharmacies for individuals over 40 years old living in England, aiming to raise awareness about hypertension.

Jan 10 β€’ 05:45 UTC
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Life & Tech

Flu cases spike and 'worst not over' - everything you need to know

The number of people hospitalized with flu in England has increased, leading health officials to warn that the worst is not over following festive gatherings.

Jan 8 β€’ 12:07 UTC
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National & Local

NHS England urged to introduce external second opinion when dismissing staff

NHS England is being called to implement an independent second opinion process for staff dismissals following the tragic case of a nurse who took his own life after an unfair dismissal.

Jan 4 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

Flu patient numbers in English hospitals fall for second straight week

The number of flu patients hospitalized in England has decreased for the second consecutive week, indicating a 13% reduction in cases amidst ongoing cold weather concerns according to NHS data.

Jan 2 β€’ 11:24 UTC
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NHS alert to parents as thousands of children to get new jab, start date confirmed

The NHS has announced that a new vaccination will be added to the existing MMR jab for children in England to enhance protection against measles, mumps, and rubella.

Jan 2 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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National & Local

NHS warning as England 'under threat' from cold snap

The NHS has issued a warning about the intense pressure on hospitals in England, with 95% of adult beds filled and cold health alerts in effect, despite stabilizing flu cases.

Jan 1 β€’ 04:10 UTC
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National & Local

NHS under β€˜extraordinary pressure’ as amber cold alerts issued for all England

The NHS is facing significant strain as amber cold health alerts are activated across England in anticipation of a surge in sick patients during the winter months.

Dec 31 β€’ 12:58 UTC

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