A national investigation has uncovered severe shortcomings in maternity care at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where numerous women reported feeling dismissed and discriminated against throughout pregnancy …
Dr Leen Tannous, a London-based NHS GP who also works in private healthcare, has shared a frank perspective on patient trust in doctors. Speaking on Instagram, she cautions patients against blindly trusting medical diagnoses …
Booking a GP appointment through the NHS can often feel like a challenging task due to high demand and limited availability, despite recent efforts to improve access. When you do secure an appointment, arriving on time …
During a recent appearance on BBC Morning Live, Dr Punam Krishan emphasized the importance of patients actively questioning their GPs whenever prescribed new medication. Addressing hosts Greg Rutherford and Louise Minchin, …
A new policy known as Jess’s Rule is being introduced across all GP surgeries in England this week, designed to improve patient safety and reduce missed diagnoses. Named in memory of 27-year-old Jessica Brady, who tragically …
The NHS is urging patients taking digoxin to promptly consult their doctor if they experience two or more common side effects linked to the medication. Digoxin, a cardiac glycoside, is frequently prescribed to treat various …
New research, supported by the British Heart Foundation, has led to the development of a rapid blood test that can identify whether someone is experiencing a heart attack in just 20 minutes. Traditionally, when patients …
When you’re unwell, your instinct might be to book a GP appointment immediately, but that isn’t always necessary. The NHS is encouraging people to turn to their local pharmacies as a quick and convenient alternative for many …
A Gloucester father has successfully challenged a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) fine incurred while driving his seriously ill daughter to specialist heart clinics in Bristol. The little girl requires regular treatment at the Bristol …
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital faces a significant challenge as plans to revamp its 50-year-old hospital tower could stretch over the next four years. Hospital chiefs have identified that the existing fire safety system in …
A hospital in Gloucestershire has been without hot water for the past three days, causing significant inconvenience for both patients and staff. The issue, which began earlier this week, has disrupted daily routines and …
A man suffering from a broken hip at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital made the difficult decision to discharge himself after enduring what he described as a “shocking and distressing” experience. Frustrated by the substandard …
A widespread strike involving thousands of doctors began on Friday, lasting for five days as part of an ongoing pay dispute. In response, the NHS has issued urgent guidance to manage medical emergencies during this period. …
During a recent visit to Colchester Hospital’s Wellbeing Centre in Essex, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, shared a candid and heartfelt update on her cancer recovery journey. Dressed in a brown blazer and trousers, she …
A recent flood at Cheltenham General Hospital has caused significant disruption, leading to the cancellation of scheduled medical scans. The flooding, which occurred due to equipment failure in a plant room, forced the …