National Care Service Plan Raises Questions About Social Care, NHS Pressure and Family Costs
A proposed NHS-style national care service could change how people in England pay for social care, but the idea remains at an early stage. Here is…
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Healthy Babies Support to Reach Every Family Hub in England by 2028
The government says Healthy Babies support will be expanded to every Best Start Family Hub in England by 2028, alongside new measures aimed at strengthening adult social care and NHS support for women and girls experiencing violence.
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NHS Expands Rapid Genomic Testing Pilot for Brain Tumour Diagnosis
NHS England is extending a rapid genomic testing pilot that could give some people with suspected brain tumours a more precise diagnosis in days rather than…
NHS Records Investigation Renews Questions About Patient Privacy
An NHS trust is investigating whether staff accessed the records of Oliver McGowan without a legitimate reason. The case highlights why confidentiality, audit trails and clear…
Healthy Start Payments Rise as Eligibility Expands for Some Families
Updated government guidance confirms higher Healthy Start payments and extends access to some British children under four whose parents or guardians have no recourse to public…
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Martha’s Rule to Expand Across NHS A&E Departments and Waiting Rooms
NHS England is expanding Martha’s Rule to A&E departments and waiting rooms, allowing patients, families and staff to request an urgent review when they…
Enhertu Approved on NHS in England: What the Breast Cancer Drug Decision Means for Treatment Access
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Dementia Care Moves Up the Agenda as Social Care Workforce Pressure Grows
A government speech on dementia has put adult social care, care-worker pay and the growing need for staff at the centre of the healthcare…
Government Sets Out NHS Patient Safety Action After Thirlwall Inquiry
The government has outlined initial safeguarding, accountability and neonatal-care measures after the Thirlwall Inquiry, while it considers the report’s recommendations in full.