Entries by BBC News

Health secretary ‘stunned’ by NHS failings July 11, 2024 in /by

Wes Streeting says there is "worse to come" as he orders a review into the health service.

Some smear test scientists investigated over screening July 11, 2024 in /by

Referrals have been made to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) into biomedical staff.

Streeting begins talks to halt junior doctor strike July 9, 2024 in /by

The new health secretary says reaching a fair pay deal is a top priority.

Fall after fall – care home accused of neglect July 9, 2024 in /by

BBC analysis shows nearly 20% of England's care homes - some 2,500 facilities - "require improvement".

Nurse regulator condemned over toxic culture July 8, 2024 in /by

A damning report finds bullying, racism and incompetence in an organisation overseeing UK nurses and midwives.

‘I’ve no idea how I developed asbestos-related cancer’ July 8, 2024 in /by

Emily-Jane Scandrett, 41, hopes to raise awareness of mesothelioma - cancer usually found in men over 75.

Fix NHS gaps or face more attacks – ex cyber chief July 8, 2024 in /by

Experts warn outdated NHS IT systems remain vulnerable after the cyber attack on hospitals.

Starmer pledges to fix ‘broken’ NHS ahead of pay talks July 5, 2024 in /by

Wes Streeting says the health service is experiencing "the biggest crisis in its history".

Lucy Letby sentenced to 15th whole life term July 5, 2024 in /by

The former nurse, 34, attempted to murder the premature baby by dislodging her breathing tube.

Maternity staff faced racism from colleagues – CQC July 5, 2024 in /by

Overseas staff brought in to tackle midwife shortages say they experienced discrimination.