Philippa Roxby Health reporter Mills/Laity family photograph/PA Wire Martha Mills died from sepsis in a London hospital in 2021 The failings of a doctor responsible for Martha Mills’ care, who died from sepsis, amounted to “gross negligence” and were “particularly grave”, a medical tribunal says. Her death gave rise to Martha’s Rule in hundreds of […]

The backlog in routine hospital treatments in England has reached its lowest level for two years. Data for the end of April showed the waiting list dropped to 7.39 million, down from 7.42 million in March. But it is nine years since the NHS has met its target of 92% of patients being seen in

BBC A “Trojan horse” therapy that sneaks toxic drugs inside cancer cells is being made available on the NHS in England in a world first. It can halt the blood cancer myeloma for nearly three times longer than current therapies. The drug is an advanced form of chemotherapy that hits cancer with a bigger dose,

Shutterstock “We just wanted a relaxing conversation with our dad and we weren’t able to have one,” says Jack Blumenthal. “It was horrible. And it was constant.” Raw pain is etched on Jack’s father’s face as he finally realises how his undiagnosed mental illness – and erratic manic behaviour – hurt the ones he loves

NHS Confederation A senior NHS leader has criticised the health service, saying his mother received a “black service, not an NHS service” as she died. Lord Victor Adebowale, chair of the NHS Confederation, which represents health managers, described his mother Grace’s death as “undignified”. The 92-year-old died in January of suspected lung cancer, although it

Joe Skirkowski BBC News, Somerset Getty Images Glastonbury kicks off in just two weeks People heading to Glastonbury and other festivals are being reminded to remain aware of health risks so they can enjoy events safely. Glastonbury kicks off the festival season – but ongoing risks around measles, sexually transmitted diseases and illegal drugs remain.

Angie Brown BBC Scotland, Edinburgh and East reporter Kieran Innes Brian and his son Kieran say they now have a strong bond following the transplant Kieran Innes was just 25 when he was diagnosed with kidney failure and told he would need dialysis three times a week. He was devastated and worried that he would

Patients in Jersey will receive a more personalised cervical screening service from July, health bosses have said. The Government of Jersey said it would be following recommendations from the UK National Screening Committee due to more accurate human papillomavirus (HPV) testing being available. The screening detects HPV – the type of infection which is the

Philippa Roxby and Smitha Mundasad Health reporters Getty Images Pollen levels are forecast to be high or very high in many parts of the UK over the coming days. The fine powder released by certain grasses, trees and plants can cause chaos for those who are allergic to pollen. What are the main symptoms of

Chris Craddock BBC Jersey communities reporter BBC A panel of experts talked about the issues facing women in Jersey A campaign group has called for more support and better care for endometriosis patients in Jersey. Endometriosis Jersey hosted a special screening of the documentary ‘Below the Belt’ at Jersey Arts Centre on Tuesday. Its organiser