Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients’ deaths – but they kept using it
Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after.
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Streeting accuses doctors’ union of acting ‘like cartel’
The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday's strike by resident doctors.
Type 1 diabetes is worse in young children – now scientists know why
They show cells that control blood sugar are more vulnerable in early childhood.
Pharmacist suspended after BBC Botox sting
Cornelius Agoye was filmed supplying Botox to an undercover BBC researcher in a breach of the rules.
‘My son, 4, has childhood dementia – I’m heartbroken’
Tammy McDaid is raising funds to help her make memories with her son Tate.
Thousands of NHS staff in England to lose jobs after deal approved
The compromise deal would allow the NHS to overspend this year.
Nurses penalised for trans complaint, says lawyer
Closing submissions are being made in an employment tribunal brought by eight female nurses.
Hospital trust fined £500k over death of patient
Alice Figueiredo, 22, took her own life at Goodmayes Hospital, east London, in July 2015.
Nearly all NHS trusts failing to hit cancer target
Experts say patients are being harmed by cancer diagnosis and treatment delays.
