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NHS buildings face significant pest issues, raising concerns about hygiene and safety among health workers.

Mental illness disproportionately impacts lower socioeconomic classes, exacerbated by financial stress and systemic inequalities.

The struggle for access to life-saving treatment exposes the inequality in healthcare across regions.

The effectiveness and safety of physician associates in the NHS are under question due to insufficient supporting evidence.

Royal Free London NHS Trust has paid over £26 million in misdiagnosis claims since 2019, indicating significant issues in diagnostic practices.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust has seen a rise in surgical error claims, impacting compensation payouts significantly.

Norovirus hospitalizations in England have reached an all-time high, putting pressure on healthcare systems.

GLL is partnering with the NHS to promote breast cancer screenings in Croydon and Lewisham for underrepresented communities.

The NHS's failure to record biological sex endangers trans patients by leading to missed health screenings and incorrect medical evaluations.

The NHS waiting list in England has decreased to 7.43 million, but the percentage of patients treated within 18 weeks remains below government targets.

Labour targets Nigel Farage's NHS views in anticipation of upcoming local elections, challenging his healthcare policy proposals.

An external review will evaluate care provided to 800 patients at Addenbrooke's Hospital following a surgeon's suspension due to treatment concerns.

Cuts to specialist eating-disorder services for children in England could worsen outcomes and accessibility for those in need.

High levels of work-related stress reported by BHRUT staff, indicating significant mental health issues.

Increased harassment instances towards staff from patients and public, surpassing NHS average rates.

Low percentage of staff feel safe and adequately supported in their work environment.

NHS staff are increasingly using garden spaces for stress relief and mental wellbeing.

Mental health challenges persist for NHS staff, particularly in London, where burnout and work pressures are exacerbated by the pandemic's long-lasting impact.

Victoria Thorpe, an NHS worker, died after being struck by a car, prompting a police investigation and charges against the driver.

Dr Osman Hajahmed was banned from practicing medicine after being found guilty of assault, with the tribunal noting the seriousness of his actions.

Brexit has increased NHS reliance on healthcare staff from countries deemed unethical to recruit from, posing ethical dilemmas and risks to their health systems.

Keir Starmer plans to abolish NHS England for improved efficiency and reduced bureaucracy.

NHS England faces major cutbacks with 6,500 job losses as part of a government strategy to avoid redundancy and achieve annual savings.