Northern Ireland surgeon advocates for specialist surgical hubs to address operation backlog

New data shows a record number of GP appointments this year are seeing waits of four weeks or more. Analysis of NHS data by the Liberal Democrats reveals that in the seven months to July, there

One Health Group, based in Sheffield and recognised as one of the UK’s top independent providers of surgical services to the NHS, has reported impressive statistics in its latest annual Quality Accounts Report. A notable highlight

Yorkshire-based One Health Group, a key independent provider of surgical services to the NHS, has delivered strong results in its latest annual Quality Accounts Report. Among its notable statistics, 98% of patients rated the overall quality

Government plans to reduce the hospital backlog in England are facing criticism from health leaders, who argue that reforming how services are delivered is crucial for success. Labour’s strategy to increase the number of weekly appointments

Children across the UK are experiencing significant health issues due to prolonged delays in receiving NHS care. Conditions such as chronic pain, asthma, weight loss, and developmental problems are becoming more prevalent. Some young patients, unable

A recent study has revealed that one in three Britons is now living with multiple illnesses, and GPs are struggling to keep up with the growing demand. An analysis of 10 million NHS health records shows

Hospital waiting times in Wales have continued to rise, reaching a new record in June with 791,511 patient pathways, representing 615,300 patients awaiting treatment. The number of those waiting over a year or even two years

A recent report from the Health Foundation reveals that the UK’s hospital-based care ranks consistently low in comparison to other high-income countries. The 2023 Commonwealth Fund survey, which included over 21,000 participants across 10 developed nations,

NHS waiting lists in England have continued to rise, marking the third consecutive month of increase, as new data reveals. Health Secretary Wes Streeting attributed this trend to “14 years of Conservative neglect,” which he believes

More than a third of patients in England believe GP wait times are excessively long, and many face difficulties in contacting doctors and securing appointments. According to the NHS England GP Patient Survey 2024, 34% of

In the UK, over 750,000 people are on the waiting list for gynaecological services, marking it as the fastest-growing demand among elective specialities. The waiting list in England has more than doubled since before the pandemic,

A BBC investigation has revealed that many areas in the UK face such extensive backlogs for adult ADHD assessments that it would take at least eight years to clear them at the current rate. This conclusion

Leading medical professionals have highlighted the urgent need to tackle increasing gynaecology waiting lists, noting that many women endure prolonged suffering. The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has reported that these long waits are

In May, nearly half a million people in Greater Manchester were on NHS waiting lists, almost double the number before the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the latest figures from the NHS, 498,079 people were on waiting

A new analysis by the health testing company Forth reveals a dramatic surge in the number of NHS patients in England waiting 18 or more weeks for gynaecology treatment. Over the past decade, this number has

The waiting list for routine hospital treatment in England has increased for the second month in a row, according to the latest figures. At the end of May, an estimated 7.6 million treatments were pending, involving

General practice across the country has been struggling for years, reaching a critical situation with less funding, fewer doctors, and a shortage of staff to meet the growing needs of the Scottish population. This decline has