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Scotland's NHS Prioritises Reputation Over Patient Safety, Officials Warn

Senior health officials claim Scotland's NHS prioritises institutional reputation over patient safety, with systematic cover-ups and dismissal of clinicians raising concerns. The allegations follow a scientist's disclosure that his 15-year safety warnings about Glasgow's super-hospital went unans...

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Tavneos autoimmune drug recalled across Ireland following safety review

Tavneos, a drug for rare autoimmune diseases, has been recalled from Ireland following a European Medicines Agency recommendation to revoke its market authorisation. About 60 Irish patients had received the treatment before the decision.

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A hand holding a series of pharmaceutical drugs in packets.

Affordable Wellness: Budget-Friendly Ways to Boost Your Health Today

Wellness does not require expensive memberships or luxury retreats. From free community yoga meetups to gardening and outdoor running, discover accessible ways to improve your physical and mental health without significant spending.

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Anastasia sits cross-legged meditating in a garden on a sunny day

Robot Teme Trialled at NHS GP Practice to Speed Up Patient Health Checks

A trial at a Dundee GP practice tested Teme, a 3-foot robot that conducts preliminary health checks before patients see their doctor. The robot reduced consultation time by 50%, though privacy concerns emerged during the pilot. Experts say wider adoption requires national strategy and investment.

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A man seated in a clinic or office consultation room using a digital health monitoring device. A blood pressure cuff is attached to one arm, with the device resting on a desk. A touchscreen unit stands nearby, and computer monitors are visible in the background.

Trevor Nelson Says Brain Tumour Surgery Went 'Incredibly Well'

Trevor Nelson has revealed he underwent surgery for a brain tumour after stepping away from broadcasting, saying the operation went 'incredibly well' and that he now feels ready to return to work.

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Trevor Nelson attends night 4 of the "Usher: Past Present Future" tour at The O2 Arena on April 05, 2025 in London, England

Reform Scotland Leader Malcolm Offord Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Successful Surgery

Reform UK's Scottish leader Malcolm Offord says he was diagnosed with prostate cancer on election day, 7 May 2026, and has since had successful surgery, urging men to get checked.

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Malcolm Offord, who has glasses and grey hair swept back, front on to the camera while wearing a business suit

Bluetongue Outbreak Spreads to Six Farms in South Scotland, Triggering Movement Curbs

Scotland has tightened animal movement rules in Dumfries and Galloway after bluetongue virus was confirmed on six farms, with officials citing windborne midges from England as the likely cause.

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A black and white cow is pictured looking directly at the camera. It is standing in a green field and a few other cows and tree-covered hills can be seen in the background. The sky is blue with white fluffy clouds.

Becky Adlington Offers Free Swim Lessons After BBC Report on Children's Skills

Olympic champion Becky Adlington is offering over 5,000 free swimming lessons this summer and urging councils to collaborate, after a BBC report revealed widening gaps in children's swimming ability across England.

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Becky Adlington holds up her medals. She is wearing a navy t-shirt with the word 'swim!' written in light blue writing. She is standing in front of signage that says Swim! in different coloured letters.

Robbie Butler Named NI Health Minister as Causeway Hospital Row Deepens

Robbie Butler has been appointed Northern Ireland's health minister, replacing Mike Nesbitt who resigned over a row with party leader Jon Burrows regarding emergency surgery services at Causeway Hospital. Butler said he would take time to make the right decision on the disputed services.

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Robbie Butler. He has short grey-ish hair and beard, wearing a blue blazer, white shirt and navy tie.

Highland GP Practice Told to Apologise Over Delayed Cancer Diagnosis Before Patient's Death

A Highland GP practice has been told to apologise after a health watchdog found an 'unreasonable delay' in recognising pancreatic cancer symptoms in a patient who died weeks after diagnosis.

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Dr Gray's Hospital Halts All Planned Children's Surgery Over Safety Concerns

NHS Grampian has suspended all planned paediatric surgery at Dr Gray's Hospital in Elgin following an inspection that raised concerns about staff training and the safety of children's care.

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An exterior shot of Dr Gray's on a grey cloudy day, the sandstone building with four columns rises up to a copper dome above an old clock face.

ADHD Charity Files Ofcom Complaint Over Broadcaster's 'Myth' Documentary

ADHD UK has filed a formal Ofcom complaint over a broadcaster's documentary questioning whether ADHD is a genuine disorder, as reports suggest over 1,000 viewer complaints and mounting criticism from psychiatrists.

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Promotional portrait photo of NHS psychiatrist Dr Max Pemberton looking at the camera

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