Healthcare

NHS Faces Financial Crisis Over Surging ADHD and Autism Diagnoses

Health leaders warn of 'unsustainable' costs as private providers multiply and spending increases tenfold in some regions

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NHS Should Look to India's Low-Cost, Tech-Driven Healthcare Model, Says Chair

Dr Penny Dash highlights global examples of digital innovation and efficiency as the health service seeks to boost productivity and reform care

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World First: Real-Time AI Guides Surgeons in Complex Brain Operation

A pioneering technology that maps hidden blood vessels and nerves has successfully assisted in the removal of a man's pituitary tumour, marking a major leap in surgical safety.

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Admits Nearly 200 Patients Harmed by Waiting List Failures

Systemic delays and administrative failures in managing neurological care backlogs have resulted in widespread clinical harm, prompting urgent reviews at the major NHS trust.

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NHS to roll out 3.9m home testing kits to tackle record low in cervical screening

Millions of overdue women will receive self-swab kits by post, though concerns remain over hospital capacity to handle the anticipated surge in follow-up appointments

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Health Boards Turn Guardian As The State Steps Back From Patient Scrutiny

An integrated care board's £1.6 million rescue of its local Healthwatch reveals how far NHS reform has pushed accountability onto whoever is left holding the budget.

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