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NHS Doctor Warns of Rising Medical Scams

BBC's Dr Punam Krishan warns about a surge in fake GP calls, AI doctor deepfakes and fraudulent online pharmacies. Learn how to protect yourself from these health scams.

UK woman dies after BBL surgery in Turkey

Inquest into Hayley Dowell's death after cosmetic surgery in Istanbul is postponed. The coroner raises concerns over Brits seeking elective procedures abroad.

Life Sciences Week 2026 Dates Announced

Birmingham will host Life Sciences Week 2026 from Sept 21-25. The event unites biotech, pharma, and academia leaders. Book your place now to join the UK's premier life sciences gathering.

Man dies in Sutton Park medical emergency

A man has died in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police responded. His death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the full statement.

Drink-Drive Limit Could Be Cut Across UK

Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.

Wednesbury Pharmacy to Use Robot for Prescriptions

A Wednesbury medical centre will become one of the UK's first pharmacies to use robotic technology for dispensing prescriptions, serving hundreds of new homes planned for Friar Park. Discover how this innovation will transform local healthcare services.

New Child Rights Checklist Launched for Healthcare

Edge Hill University introduces a credit card-sized checklist to protect children's rights during medical procedures. Healthcare professionals can now ensure better communication and reduce distress.

InvenireX secures £2m for disease detection tech

Newcastle University spin-out InvenireX has secured a £2 million investment to accelerate its pioneering technology for early disease detection. Discover how this could transform healthcare.

Unfit driver jailed after fatal crash kills woman

A 74-year-old man from Rugby has been sentenced to prison after a crash caused by a medical episode killed one woman and seriously injured another. He had ignored doctors' orders to stop driving. Read the full story.

Man dies in Birmingham city centre medical emergency

A man has tragically died on Corporation Street in Birmingham city centre. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirms despite advanced life support, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.

ITV cancels Malpractice after series two

ITV has confirmed the medical drama Malpractice will not return for a third series. Discover the cast details and the official statement from the broadcaster.

Tissue Regenix warns of funding challenges ahead

York-based regenerative medicine company Tissue Regenix faces significant financial headwinds as it warns of potential funding challenges ahead, despite recent strategic progress.

Scrubs Reboot: Release Date & Cast News

The beloved medical comedy Scrubs is officially returning! Get all the exclusive details on the release window, returning cast members, and what to expect from the long-awaited reboot.

West Brom fans save Charlton supporter with CPR

In a remarkable display of humanity, West Bromwich Albion supporters united to perform life-saving CPR on a Charlton Athletic fan who collapsed during their Championship clash at The Hawthorns.

Reeves' £20bn dilemma: Taxes or cuts?

Rachel Reeves faces an impossible choice as new analysis reveals the staggering scale of tax rises or spending cuts needed to fix Britain's finances. Discover what this means for your wallet.

Hospital drug error affects thousands of women

Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands of women across the Midlands were administered incorrect drugs during hospital procedures, with some suffering severe allergic reactions and long-term health complications.

Older Drivers Face New Licence Rule Changes

Significant changes are coming for older motorists as DVLA introduces stricter medical checks and shorter licence validity periods. Discover how these new rules could affect drivers over 70.

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