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We owe an apology to killer's family, NHS boss says
A review found numerous failings, including that the concerns of Valdo Calocane's family were not always listened to.BBC News - 20h -
The life and death of Jen Bridges-Chalkley: why did a 17-year-old die waiting for NHS therapy?
Jen killed herself after enduring a long wait for the necessary mental health support. Why were so many opportunities missed to save her?. When Sharren Bridges talks about her daughter’s last ...The Guardian - 1d -
Name NHS staff who failed in Nottingham killer's care, families say
The families of the Nottingham attacks victims call for those involved in NHS failings to be held accountable.BBC News - 1d -
Nurse suspended over NHS changing room trans row gives evidence at tribunal
Sandie Peggie, who was suspended after complaining about sharing a changing room with a transgender colleague, gave evidence at an employment tribunal.BBC News - 3d -
First patients seen at NHS clinic in Liverpool tackling teenage vaping
Alder Hey children’s hospital opens its vaping cessation service for nicotine-dependent 11- to 15-year-olds. The NHS has set up a stop-vaping clinic for teenagers in an attempt to curb the rise in ...The Guardian - 4d -
‘Groundbreaking’ sickle cell disease treatment approved for NHS use in England
Clinical trials find one-time gene therapy exa-cel offers ‘functional cure’ in 96.6% of patients. A “groundbreaking” £1.65m treatment offering a potential cure for people in England living with ...The Guardian - Jan. 31 -
'Groundbreaking' sickle cell gene therapy to be rolled out across NHS
The gene therapy Casgevy, which will now be offered to some patients in England, could help people live disease-free, experts say.BBC News - Jan. 31 -
Swinney announces plan to bring down NHS waits
The first minister says the health service will deliver an extra 150,000 appointments and procedures.BBC News - Jan. 27 -
Quarter of people in England had poor NHS care in past year, report says
Survey for patient watchdog finds over half of those who made complaint were not satisfied with process or outcome. A quarter of people in England experienced poor NHS care over the last year but ...The Guardian - Jan. 27 -
Emotional reunions as Israeli hostages see their families
The female IDF soldiers returned to Israel in the second ceasefire hostage and prisoner swap.BBC News - Jan. 25 -
Drugmakers warn NHS clawback tax is putting UK at a disadvantage
Pharma groups say higher levy will stifle growth of life sciencesFinancial Times - Jan. 25 -
Southport killer stopped engaging with mental health team, NHS trust says
Alder Hey NHS Trust said Axel Rudakubana stopped engaging with the service in February 2023.BBC News - Jan. 24 -
Biden’s last-minute family pardons are indefensible
Biden’s preemptive pardon to cover up for potential misconduct involving himself is a totally different ballgame, and puts him within the company of President Donald Trump at the end of his first ...The Hill - Jan. 22 -
One Family in Gaza Returned Home. But Home Was Gone.
“It took us a few minutes to accept that this pile of rubble was our home,” said Islam Dahliz, whose family was ordered by Israeli forces to evacuate Rafah in May.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Behind Biden's shocking family pardons
Former President Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons on the day he left office for some family members. Lawmakers and legal experts are questioning the moves. CBS News' Major Garrett reports.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
Biden pardons family members in final minutes of presidency
President Joe Biden issued pardons to several close family members Monday in the final minutes of his presidency.ABC News - Jan. 21 -
Hostages' families shake Trump's hand at inauguration
The families of people still held hostage by Hamas in Gaza walked onstage to shake President Donald Trump’s hand at the Capital One arena. Many were holding photos of their relatives. “We have to ...NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Pardoned Biden Family Members Were Targets of Republicans
The relatives who were granted clemency in the final minutes of Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s presidency had not been charged with wrongdoing, but some had drawn scrutiny.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Biden pardons his family in final minutes in office
President Joe Biden previously had pardoned his son Hunter Biden, who had been convicted in a criminal gun case and pleaded guilty in a tax case.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
Denmark to ditch ‘parenting competency’ tests for Greenlandic families
Human rights bodies have long criticised the tests as culturally unsuitable for Greenlandic people. Denmark has announced it is abandoning the use of highly controversial “parenting competency” ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
Trump’s family returns to Washington — but not the Oval Office
Donald Trump’s family was front and center at celebratory inaugural events over the weekend, but the incoming president is expected to have a much smaller familial entourage this time around in the ...NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Brain implant that could boost mood by using ultrasound to go under NHS trial
Devices may have potential to help patients with conditions such as depression, addiction, OCD and epilepsy. A groundbreaking NHS trial will attempt to boost patients’ mood using a ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
The moment three Israeli hostages are reunited with their families – video
Video released from the Israeli prime ministers office shows the moments Romi Gonen, Emily Demari and Doron Steinbracher meet with their families, at the Shiva-Tel Hashomer medical centre. The ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Bereaved maternity families' treatment shocking, says Streeting
Health secretary responds to bereaved parents in Leeds, following investigation showing 56 deaths at NHS trust may have been preventable.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
What lies ahead for the Trump family now
Catch up on where the various relatives are heading as Donald Trump prepares to return to power.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Deaths of 56 babies at NHS trust may have been preventable, BBC told
Two whistleblowers also believe the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s maternity units are unsafe.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
‘Better than lying on the floor at home’: how corridor care became the norm in the NHS
About 70% of nurses in the UK are delivering care in ‘inappropriate’ settings, says unionFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Families of hostages grateful but cautious about ceasefire deal
While some may soon reunite with their loved ones, others face the grim possibility of receiving confirmation of deaths during captivity.The Hill - Jan. 16 -
British hostage families cautious but hopeful for reunions
Families tell the BBC they're hoping for reunions with loved ones held in captivity for over 15 months.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain
They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
How to prepare your family for an emergency
As wildfires continue to burn in Southern California, the disaster has people thinking about their own emergency preparedness, whether it's a fire, hurricane or tornado. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi ...CBS News - Jan. 13 -
'I feel blessed to get weight-loss jab' - but can the NHS afford it for all?
We meet some of the first NHS patients, as expert says funding everyone eligible would "bankrupt" the service.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
The Vivienne's family tell vigil 'we're so proud'
Hundreds gathered in Liverpool to pay their respects to the TV star, who died aged 32.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
British hiker's family devastated as items found
Aziz Ziriat's family say they are devastated as his phone case is found by search teams in the Dolomites.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Starmer’s attempt to ‘do a Blair’ on the NHS
Ministers are trying to go further than before — with less moneyFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
Jeremy Hunt apologises to Letby victims' families
The former health secretary has been giving evidence at the Thirlwall Inquiry into the nurse's crimes.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
The hole in Keir Starmer’s plan for the NHS
Also in this newsletter: demand for special educational needs provision doublesFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Winter pressure bad as height of pandemic, NHS says
More than 5,400 patients a day are in hospital with flu, as delays in A&E and for ambulances mount.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Redick says family evacuated due to L.A. wildfires
Lakers coach JJ Redick called attention to the wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, saying his family was among those forced to evacuate.ESPN - Jan. 8