Healthcare

The Darzi report has found that the NHS is in a "critical condition". (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Lord Darzi review: What does it mean for you?

A pharmacist is warning parents to be on the lookout for headlice, worms and other illnesses now summer is over. (Photo: Pexels, Andrea Piacquadio)

The eight most common back-to-school bugs and how to spot the signs

Children have reportedly been left with life-changing injuries. (Photo: Peter MacDiarmid/Getty Images)

Families of 'rogue' GOSH surgeon urged to come forward

Private health insurance was once a luxury but is now becoming more common. (Photo: Pexels)

Everything you need to know about private health insurance

A doctor checks on a patient with sores caused by a mpox infection. (Photo: ERNESTO BENAVIDES/AFP via Getty Images)

Mpox: symptoms and what does mpox rash look like?

New research has revealed the baldest cities in the UK. (Photo: Pexels/Karolina Kaboompics)

These 10 cities are the worst for hair loss in the UK

You should get advice from 111 as soon as possible if you think you have shingles

Shingles vaccine: who is eligible and is shingles contagious?

An optician debunks social media eye health hack myths. (Photo: Pexels/Anna Shvets)

Optician debunks TikTok eye health hacks

In June, research by Community Pharmacy England found that 96% of pharmacies had stopped delivering locally commissioned services. (Photo: Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Where can you get the morning after pill? As pharmacies cut services

It's important to have access to a GP when you're at university. (Photo: Pexels/RDNE Stock project)

Student health: how to register with a GP at university

The RSV vaccination programme has launched across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. (Photo: Gustavo Fring/Pexels)

What is the RSV vaccine and who is eligible?

28 British nationals have died in Turkey following elective cosmetic procedures since 2019 according to the Foreign Office. (Photo: Pexels, RDNE Stock project)

The NHS guidance for surgery abroad as British mum dies in Turkey

A woman infected with Mpox shows her arms at the Kamenge University Hospital's Mpox treatment centre in Bujumbura on August 22, 2024. (Photo: TCHANDROU NITANGA/AFP via Getty Images)

How worried should we be about Mpox - is it the new Covid?

12 hospitals and treatment centres have been rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) (Photo: Google Maps)

The 12 best hospitals in the North West rated outstanding

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Martin Lewis reveals how pensioners can claim up to £5,600 annually

Covid tests are in demand as cases of the new Covid variant are on the rise. (Photo: ManuPadilla - stock.adobe.com)

Here is where you can get Covid tests as cases of new variant rise

Hospital admissions have risen

Sarah McCann

Blackpool Victoria

Former Blackpool nurse to be struck off over "very serious" errors

The public have sent well wishes to Cheryl Fergison and backed the comments she made about the A&E department at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. Credit: Instagram and Getty

Public send well wishes to Eastenders star following hospitalisation

1.7m Brits are expected to be living with dementia by 2040 - more than double today's levels. (Picture: Adobe Stock)

1.7m people could have dementia in the UK by 2040

4,000 patients left needing for new chemist after Lloyds forced to close

North Wales Business Awards - Business Start up of the Year

Healthcare Director makes a triumphant return to Preston

Superdrug to cut cost of sun cream with items available from just £2.79

Superdrug to cut cost of suncream with items available from just £2.79

The NHS will soon allow patients to acces private healthcare

Patients to use NHS app to access private healthcare

Network has partnered with train operator Northern, to offer keyworker discounts on Advance Purchase tickets

New 25% Northern discount announced for key workers

Five money saving tips to keep your pet costs low

Rod Stewart tells Sky News phone-in Tories should ‘give Labour a go’

Research has shown workers from these industries dislike their bosses the most

The top 10 industries with the most hated bosses and reasons why

Research has shown which industries hate their bosses the most and why.

Chelsie Sewell

The My Health Assistant HQ at Strawberry Fields in Chorley

Meet the entrepreneurs behind the private healthcare app putting minds at ease

NHS waiting lists will take ‘many years’ to deal with - your rights as a patient explained (Photo: Shutterstock)

NHS waiting lists will take ‘many years’ to deal with - your rights as a patient...

More than half of UK employers want to recruit new staff in the next three months (Photo: Shutterstock)

More than half of UK employers want to recruit new staff in the next three month...

A study in China found that people who wear glasses appear to be at lower risk of catching COVID-19 (Photo: Getty)

Does wearing glasses or goggles protect you from coronavirus?

How to test if your mask is effective (Photo: Shutterstock)

The ‘candle test’ can show you if your face covering is effective - here’s how t...

Johnson & Johnson will no longer sell Baby Powder in the US or Canada - here’s w...

Drew Thompson with some of the faceshields he has 3D printed

Lytham optician becomes an agent of shields during coronavirus lockdown

These are the most satisfying UK industries to work in

Amazon has defended its new partnership with the NHS

Amazon insists Alexa health info will stay safe

The MHRA warned the drugs could be ineffective (Photo: Shutterstock)

Parkinson's, epilepsy and heart patients are at risk as three types of drugs are...

Elaine Simper with one of her knitted unicorns. Elaine, who works in the Surgical Admissions Unit at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, is travelling to Zambia later this year to share her skills in a mission hospital in the country.

Blackpool Victoria Hospital nurse raising funds to help Zambia hospital

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Lancashire care provider seeks rescue plan after financial pressures